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  Heatstroke in the Marching Band Activity
Jun 19, 2009
Desert HeatSummer rehearsals are often long and hot and if you aren't lucky enough to have access to a grass field, usually happen on asphalt which makes matters even worse.  The best way to avoid any health complications is to make sure to keep your marchers well hydrated with water (not soda!!).  Also try and schedule your outdoor marching rehearsals in the evenings or early morning to avoid the onslaught of the midday sun.  However, sometimes it is just plain hot out no matter what the time is and you should definitely keep an eye out for heat related health issues.
  Getting in Shape for Marching Band / Drum Corps Season
Mar 10, 2009
Marching Band season is right around the corner or in some cases already here, and it is more important than ever to start getting your body ready for the demands of the upcoming season.  The following column will talk about the unique demands that marching band places on the body's muscles and skeletal system and how to prepare ahead of time to avoid extreme fatigue and prevent injury.
  Nutrition and Fitness for Marching Band- Part 2
Dec 12, 2008
cute girl stretchingThe following column will talk about the unique demands that Drum Corps places on the body's muscles and skeletal system and how to prepare ahead of time to avoid extreme fatigue and prevent injury.
  Nutrition and Fitness for Marching Band- Part 1
Dec 12, 2008
cute girl stretchingWhether you are a Division I drum corps member wanting to get into tip-top shape for those difficult spring practices or a weekend DCA member looking to be in better shape for the summer, this article will give you a quick introduction into nutrition and point out some websites for you to check out if you want to learn more.