Originally Posted by: magicninjaWhat I always thought was Interesting was a metrenome. Speed it up after you learn to play the scale at one speed. Try to beat your record. Also try playing with some backing tracks and lay down killer solos. There are some in the Jam section of This site. Well Thats all I have.

I agree. Metronomes and drum machines will not only make practice less boring, but they will increase your sence of timing.

Practice your scales using the "string skiping" technique. It`ll give you a different sound and keep your attention.