How To Create A 7 Day Weekly Guitar Workout For Better Results

In today's lesson, we are going to learn how to create a 7-day weekly guitar workout for better results. This will help you to progress more effectively, efficiently, and with a better understanding of concepts and techniques as they relate to the guitar. No matter if you play acoustic or electric.

A weekly guitar workout

This is a structured practice routine designed to enhance a guitarist's skills, dexterity, and musicality over time. Typically, it involves dedicating specific days to different aspects of your learning to play the guitar. Remember, learning to play the guitar is not just physical, but also mental, and both areas must be developed. A weekly guitar workout can help you to achieve this.

Developing a consistent practice routine is essential for improving your guitar skills. This seven-day plan is designed to help you focus on various aspects of guitar playing, from technique and theory to creativity and performance. Feel free to adjust the time spent on each section based on a schedule of your own and the goals you have set for yourself.

Day 1: Warm-Up and Finger Exercises

• Objective: Improve finger dexterity and strength.
• Activities:

1. Finger Stretching: Start with light finger stretches to prevent strain.
2. Chromatic Exercises: Practice chromatic scales up and down the neck.
3. Spider Walks: Use all four fingers to walk up and down the strings.

Day 2: Scales and Modes

• Objective: Enhance your understanding of scales and their applications.
• Activities:

1. Major and Minor Scales: Practice these scales in different positions.
2. Pentatonic Scale: Explore both major and minor pentatonic patterns.
3. Modes: Introduce yourself to modes like Dorian, Phrygian, and Mixolydian.

Day 3: Chords and Harmony

• Objective: Expand your chord vocabulary and improve harmonic knowledge.
• Activities:

1. Chord Progressions: Practice common progressions (I-IV-V, ii-V-I).
2. Barre Chords: Work on transitioning smoothly between barre chords.
3. Chord Inversions: Experiment with different chord voicings and inversions.

Day 4: Rhythm and Timing

• Objective: Strengthen your sense of timing and rhythm.
• Activities:

1. Metronome Practice: Use a metronome to practice strumming patterns.
2. Syncopation Exercises: Work on syncopated rhythms and off-beat accents.
3. Playing with Backing Tracks: Jam along with tracks to improve timing.

Day 5: Ear Training and Theory

• Objective: Develop your ear and understanding of music theory.
• Activities:

1. Interval Recognition: Practice identifying intervals by ear.
2. Chord Progression Analysis: Listen to songs and identify chord changes.
3. Theory Study: Review key signatures, circle of fifths, and basic harmony.

Day 6: Improvisation and Creativity

• Objective: Boost your creative expression and improvisational skills.
• Activities:

1. Soloing Practice: Improvise over backing tracks using various scales.
2. Riff Creation: Create riffs of your own and experiment with different styles.
3. Jamming with Others: If possible, play with fellow musicians to inspire new ideas.

Day 7: Rest and Reflection

• Objective: Reflect on your progress and rest your fingers.
• Activities:

1. Listening Session: Listen to inspiring guitarists and note what you enjoy.
2. Goal Setting: Assess your progress and set goals for the next week.
3. Rest: Give your hands a break to prevent overuse injuries.

By following this structured plan, you can ensure a well-rounded development of your guitar skills while keeping your practice sessions engaging and rewarding. Remember, consistency is key, so try to stick to the routine and watch your skills grow!

Private instruction is also available

In addition to my blog post lessons, I also offer private guitar instruction. These are a great way to keep you on track. They provide quick results, a well-rounded understanding of the music you are learning as well as help you to stay motivated to practice daily.

With the right guitar teacher. learning to play the guitar can be a fun, enjoyable journey. No matter if you are just getting started as a beginner or you have been playing a while, I'm sure I can help you reach your goal of being the best guitar player you can be.

This can be accomplished in person or online. Whichever method best fits your schedule. So, if you feel this method might work for you, feel free to contact me at my website, and we'll set up a free consultation.

Thank you for your time, and remember, I'm always here to help.

Until our next guitar lesson, take care.

Sincerely, Dwayne Jenkins.