Discussions

A member asked for clarification on what constitutes 'kicking' into inverts, sharing a video of their attempts at a shoulder mount and basic invert. They were concerned about performing the moves incorrectly and potentially causing injury.

The author, a beginner in a rural area, is trying to decide between a 45mm or 50mm pole for home practice with online lessons. They are also considering chrome versus other materials.

Someone shared a link to a website selling pole dancing jewelry, expressing excitement about the products. They wanted to share the find with others.

Someone is selling a chrome 50mm X-Pole in good condition to help cover moving costs. They are hoping for around $250 plus shipping and can provide pictures and original packaging.

The author shared an embarrassing story about meeting a pole dancer she admires, Michelle Mynx, and feeling starstruck. They wanted to hear about others' experiences meeting their pole idols.

Someone asked if others have lower back dimples and if pole dancing can help them appear. They were curious if anyone had developed them through pole.

Someone is asking for help transferring videos from their iPhone to the forum. They are having trouble figuring out the process and initially didn't have access to a computer with the necessary software.

The author started a thread asking members to share pictures of their tattoos. Many people responded with photos and stories about their ink.

Someone is selling a used Xpole and asked the community what a reasonable price would be, mentioning they were hoping for $300. They were also looking for information about the selling experience.

The author announced that registration for workshops at the Midwest Pole Dance Competition is now open, and encouraged people to sign up quickly due to limited space. They shared a link with schedules and registration details.

The author asked if anyone had heard of a performer named Katarina Kat, who they competed against in a pole dancing contest. They were upset to learn after the competition that she had a career in adult entertainment and didn't tip the DJ.

Someone asked for advice on cleaning and maintaining their 50mm chrome X-Pert pole, specifically regarding the best cleaning products and frequency of disassembly. They were hoping to find the previous thread on this topic.

Someone new to the forum shared that they finally remembered to join the online community after meaning to for a while. They playfully asked to be reminded if they don't check in often.

Someone described a pole move they remembered from a now-lost video, involving a knee hook, shoulder on the pole, and a leg lift. They were hoping to identify the name of the trick.

The author, new to pole fitness, shared their excitement and frustration with the learning process, especially as someone who hasn't been consistently active. They wondered if others had started pole with a similar fitness level and still found success.

A member shared a competition they entered, offering to donate the prize money (and money earned from likes on a Facebook post) to breast cancer research. They are hoping others will support them by liking a photo on Facebook.

Someone asked about continuing to pole dance during pregnancy, wondering if any moves are safe or if they should wait. They are currently pregnant and looking for advice.

The author shared the tragic news of a friend's death in a plane crash and expressed feeling too heartbroken to pole. They were looking for understanding and support during this difficult time.

The author noticed a weight gain of about a stone despite increased exercise and a generally healthy diet, and wondered if it was muscle or fat. They were unsure how to interpret the changes in their body.

The author shared that they are returning to pole after a long recovery from surgery to remove a tumor and reconstruct their femur. They are looking for suggestions for new moves to learn as they rebuild their strength and prepare for a competition.

The author is new to pole dancing and looking to purchase equipment for home practice. They live outside of areas with many studios and are hoping to find an affordable pole for sale, ideally shipping to Europe.

The author expressed sympathy and concern for the pole dancing community and people affected by a tragic event in Norway. They shared a news article about the incident and offered support to those grieving.

Someone suggested adding a search bar to the lessons section, as it can be difficult to locate specific tricks or lessons within the existing categories. They find themselves opening many tabs in their search.

The author shared a positive experience with studios referring clients to each other and asked if this was common. They were interested in hearing about collaboration within local pole communities.

Someone was trying to remember the name of a move taught in lessons. They asked the community for help recalling what it was called.