Bass Guitar Basics

Gently stretch each wrist and arm before and after playing. Spend 5 mins either side of your practice doing this to avoid injury over time like RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury.)

Don`t put too much pressure down on the strings with your fretting hand (the hand making the chord shapes.)

Relax and breathe as you practice.

Pay attention to your posture. Try to sit upright with a straight back (dont slouch!)

Try to keep your fretting wrist straight extending into your hand and use your fingers to curve rather that than the wrist.

Learn to play with fingers and a plectrum.