Alt strumming

hey im just starting out, and i've been practicing strumming which isnt too hard but i find it difficult to alt strum, probably because im still new but i wanted to know if there were some tips or tricks to this? can anyone give me a decent explanation?

I don't know if this is a decent tip, but I was once told to to keep my wrist loose like a pool shooter ( if you shoot pool). That help me a lot years ago. Then I improved again when I practiced strumming with the strings mutes. That is a trip from here at GT..
Good luck and happy strumming.
Gordon

The best way to think about the strumming movement is to imagine you are fanning yourself with a piece of paper. On a down strum, your palm should face the ground. On an up strum, your palm should face your chin.

Keep a light grip on the pick so it can flex in your finger. Use only your thumb and index finger to hold the pick.

Lastly, your down strums should strike all of the strings relevant to the chord in a light, brushy motion. Your up strums should only strike 3 or 4 of those strings in a slightly lighter, brushy motion.

If you do those things and your strumming will sound great!

Earle Wood
www.ewguitar.com