Running, only during summer band. Other than that, stretching, pilates for abs, and some sort of calf/ankle exercize. This usually totals about 20 minutes of rehersal, at the beginning.
Student Leadership, role models, and tradition. It's fairly simple.
We have social gatherings, like pool parties and lock-ins. All the sections have signs with everyone's name. Some sections have parties and/or make shirts.
Rehersal is directed by the directors, and implemented by the techs and higher-level leaders. Set is a director command. Water breaks every 10 minues, no excuses.
No talking is allowed during instructions, period. Student leaders can address concerns and questions during down time, and instruct others during "field time", usually about 30 seconds to a minute, every once in a while.
Our band survives on strong leadership or motivation to be a leader. It's truly unprecedented and I have never seen any group stronger or closer than our leaders (Please don't rebutt that statement, it's not an attack on anyone! ). They do a fantastic job.