How to Build a Practice Routine That Sticks

We've all been there: a burst of motivation leads to a 4-hour practice session, followed by three weeks of not touching the instrument. This "feast or famine" approach is the enemy of progress.

The 20-Minute Rule

Commit to just 20 minutes. It's short enough to not feel like a chore, but long enough to get meaningful work done. Often, you'll find that once you start, you'll want to keep going. But the commitment is only 20 minutes.