The Well Musician

08/27/2023

Thanks for the support, fam! 🙈🍾

I’m working on some exciting new content for y’all… hope you continue to find value from my work 🤗🥁
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Want to take your performance to the next level? Book a clinic with me at www.thewellmusician.com

08/26/2023

Just a girl, dreaming about possibilities… to the woman 12 years later seeing those dreams become a reality 🥲

I always wanted to make a difference, to innovate, to be courageous. But I wasn’t sure how. And I had/have plenty of moments of self-doubt and questioning if who I am or what I do “really matters”.

Well, these past few weeks getting back on IG has been surprisingly invigorating for me, thanks to YOU all! 🙏🏻😌

Thank you for engaging with my content and reminding me that I do make a difference. Even if I help just one musician feel less alone, overcome an injury, or believe in themselves, it’s all worth it to me.

I have a love/hate relationship with social media (as most of us do). I want to continue building this page as a vessel for human connection, community, and realness. I’m going to count on y’all to hold me to that.

Always remember, even if you think you don’t matter or don’t make a difference in this world, you DO for someone. You matter 💙

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08/24/2023

It’s hottttt out there, y’all! 🔥🥵

Did you know… heat stroke is the leading cause of death in student athletes?

Athletes most at risk are those who participate in high intensity outdoor sports, especially those who wear thick uniforms (hellooooo marching band!) 🎺🥁

Follow this crucial tips to prevent heat stroke and if need be, provide FIRST AID that could potentially save someone’s life!

Have you ever had signs of heat exhaustion during rehearsal?? 🥵☀️ I have! ✋🏻
The info I provide will always be based on the latest evidence. Below are the sources I used for these recommendations:
Heat Acclimatization and Heat Illness Prevention Position Statement
National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC)

POSITION STATEMENT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR MAINTAINING HYDRATION TO OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND MINIMIZE THE RISK FOR EXERTIONAL HEAT ILLNESS
National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC)

NCAA Heat Illness and Hydration Guidelines
ncaa.org/sports

NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Course 2023
NFHS Band Safety Course 2023

Synthetic Sports Fields and the Heat Island Effect. National Recreation and Parks Association. 2019.

08/16/2023

Having a hard time easing back into normal life since getting home from tour? 🫣You’re not alone!

There’s a new blog post just for you 💙 **click the link in bio**

Check it out for tips, my personal experience, and insights on how to successfully transition back into the “real-world”.

🎶Share with your corps friends to help them thru it!

We gotta stick together 💪🏻

10/15/2021

Whatever you’re working toward, don’t give up. Trust the process. Trust yourself. ✨

08/31/2021

➡️That feeling when you realize you’re living out the dream that you created in the very place you’re standing… exactly ten years ago 🥲
In 2011 I was a junior in college taking a cadaver lab in preparation to apply to OT school. I remember learning the muscles of the forearms and being absolutely fascinated. In rehearsal, I began thinking about which muscles were allowing me to turn my wrist to drum and had my first “aha” moment that MAYBE I could combine my two passions for drumming and helping others into a career. 🙉
I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has followed this page, engaged with my content, and supported me along this journey. 🙏🏻 I plan to continue making valuable content that will help inspire you in your musical/education career!
I hope you experience this page as a safe, accepting, empowering space. Thank you for being a part of this community of Well Musicians 💙 I am forever grateful to YOU! 🎶

08/30/2021

Take a moment. Stop scrolling. Stop distracting. 🙏🏻
It’s Monday. I know it’s overwhelming. You have a long to-do list and lots of goals. I see you. I AM you. 🥴
Here’s your gentle reminder to pause and check in with your body and mind before you tackle this day.
I believe in you! You WILL accomplish your goals. And - You will accomplish them better if you take care of yourself along the way 🙏🏻 Also - it’s okay to have a day of rest if that’s what you need right now.
Have a great week, fam! 🙌🏻🎶

08/28/2021

Hey you! Just a friendly reminder that you are in one of the most special communities in the world and you BELONG! 🥁😀
If you’re brand new to a group or coming back into a leadership role, you may be feeling those nagging imposter syndrome vibes. If you are - don’t worry about it. You are not alone in them!
Just remember: You are in your position because you earned it and you are meant to be there 🙏🏻 Never lose sight of that and enjoy every minute! Lean on your peers and support each other as you get back into the groove of things. 🎶
💙Sense of belonging is one of the most important factors in our health and well-being! Marching band is an incredible way to fulfil that basic human need.

08/23/2021

08/22/2021

LET’S GOOOO 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
The amount of body control, core strength, hip flexibility, and overall power/endurance it takes to achieve these high steps is INTENSE.
If you are in marching band, you are an INSTRUMENTAL ATHLETE. That’s right I said it! This is why learning the proper dynamic warm up routine is crucial to preventing injury and optimizing your performance!
Check out these incredible performers throwing down and integrating everything that was learned about posture and ergonomics into this fundamental marching exercise.

08/22/2021

College band is BACK! 🙌🏻🎉
Ready to kick off our 2021 partnership with the today with our Wellness Clinic for the student leaders! Excited to spend time with these incredible performers to help them level-up their health AND performance this season 💪🏻🥁
What will they learn today?
-Proper dynamic warm up and stretches for instrumental athletes
-Principles of injury prevention
-Band ergonomics and posture
-Stress management techniques
-Self awareness and leadership development
HOW will they learn it?
-Classroom presentation
-Group discussions
-On-field training blocks
-Reflection Sessions
-Surprise challenge with prize! 🙈
Want to get your band ready for 2021? Book a clinic at www.thewellmusician.com

07/22/2021

Throwing it back to a solo I wrote a couple of years ago for the staff performance at ! My “old lady hands” weren’t perfect, but it is always SO energizing for me to get behind the drum again and do what I love! 🥁

Side note: I may look totally confident in this video, but I hate solo performances and always get too in my head about it. *Imposter Syndrome Alert!*

One strategy I use to combat performance anxiety is to imagine myself in a practice room with no one watching where I can just be free to play and enjoy the experience. Another technique I use is visualization, which is very popular in the sports psychology world. I will be posting more in depth content on performance anxiety and imposter syndrome soon! 🙏🏻

How are you gonna throw down today?? 🙌🏻🎶⚡️