Originally posted by Pantallica1
Very good advice. Muscle memory is a key aspect of guitar playing. That's why I always suggest playing scales while doing something else like watching TV, or reading something..because then you get used to playing that scale or lick subconsciously and when you go back to actually play it, it becomes very easy.

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yeah, I remember the first time that was suggested to me..i was like...'WHAT?? watch TV while practicing??are you crazy?" then i read about subconscious learning and all the related information, and then it made complete sense.