Some drummers find it difficult to make progress because they are not practicing properly. You should focus on practicing the right things. It is possible to get more out of a well spent thirty minute practice session than you can get out of two hours ill spent.
Many drummers do not practice, so much as they "play". It is important to realize that there is a difference. Often we will simply sit at the drum kit and play things that we already know. This is fun, and it can be useful for developing skills. However, it is hard to improve and learn new skills when you always practice things you already know.
The following is a list of things which you can work on while practicing at your drum set.
Drum Sticks: Be sure that you use the same type of sticks while practicing that you use while playing.
Holding The Drum Sticks: Focus on holding the sticks correctly. This should be done before you learn anything else.
Height Of The Drum Sticks: After you strike the drum you should let the sticks bounce back up. Allow the left and right stick to bounce up to the same height. Start with the sticks higher for a harder stroke and lower for a softer stroke.
Use a metronome: You are a drummer and it is your duty to keep the band in time. Always practice with a metronome.
Drum Rudiments: Learn your rudiments. They are a very useful tool.
Make Drum Practice A Habit: Do not get lazy with your practice. Keep it up!
Be a perfectionist: Make sure that you work on things until they are at a high level.
Variety: Make your drum practice interesting by adding interesting rhythms, songs and exercises.

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