October 2025

20 Fit for the Stage How Musicians Worldwide Stay Tour-Ready For fans, live shows feel effortless—an artist steps under the lights, energy explodes, and the music flows like magic. But behind the scenes, staying “tour-ready” is a discipline that musicians world - wide take seriously. Constant travel, irregular schedules, and high-intensity performances demand more than talent; they require stamina, balance, and strategy. In 2025, musicians are redefining what it means to prepare for the stage, blending fitness, nutrition, and mental health in ways that inspire fans far beyond the music world. Photos by | Jake Coughlin