I am explaining the two types of Heel-Up technique: "Stomping" flat-footed and Playing "Heel Up" on the ball of your foot. Both are "Heel Up"-techniques but they produce very different sounds.
What is important to know about drumming shoes? What to pay attention to anyhow to choose the right shoe. I am talking about what kind of drumming shoes I like.
Here are a few very simple Heel-Down exercises that I enjoy practicing for strength -building and for endurance.
I am demonstrating the mechanics of Ankle Strokes. You must consider seat height, type of throne and distance from the drum set to play this technique properly. I am breaking down the exact motions and mechanics.