[mickyramone]

Ive just got back into drumming after a 30 year gap and i fully appreciate how frustrating it can be when your hands dont wanna do what ya want em to do, or your feet for that matter. Like a lot of the other guys have said, relax dont pressure yourself, take time to count out, learn the rudiments at your pace. I am currently going through the basic learning process now, give yourself 30 mins or an hour a day on things like single and double stroke rolls, take your time, count out and it will happen, it is for me right now. Choose some songs you would like to play along with,keep up with the beat, if you can get some tutoring.

One question for you guys, i am struggling with my grip, i am ok on doubles and single strokes and can get a good consistent sound and tempo, however when i try playing paradiddles at speed my left (weaker hand) seems to turn up like 45degrees and this does feel more comfortable for me. I am also doing some hand/wrist drumming exercises on my weaker arm to try and improve it, any advice would be great.