Discussions

The author was wondering if the type of flooring – carpet versus hard flooring – affects the stability of a Lil Mynx pole. They were concerned about a non-slip pad shifting and sought experiences from other users.

Someone is trying to set up aerial yoga at home but is concerned about their ceiling height of just under 7 feet. They asked for information on the minimum height required for aerial yoga.

Someone is helping a friend sell a used pole for $200, located in Oregon. The pole has been used in several music videos and the seller needs to sell it quickly due to financial hardship.

The author is struggling to find the energy to pole dance after work and is wondering about strategies for maintaining energy levels throughout the day. They are considering dietary changes or pre-workout supplements.

The author is motivated to achieve a full split and thanked another member for previous advice. They are hoping to gain the last 13cm needed to reach the floor in a few months with daily stretching.

The author is having trouble uploading a video from their iPhone to the forum, encountering an error during the compression stage. They are wondering if they are doing something wrong.

Someone asked about a pole move called a 'momentum turn' which is part of a challenge. They were unfamiliar with the name and wanted a description of the move.

A member is experiencing elbow pain during one-handed spins and wonders if others with similar anatomy have encountered this. They have slightly hyperextended elbows and are trying to compensate with bicep engagement.

Someone shared a video of their first successful attempt at the Teddy pose. They were excited to have achieved it on the first try!

Someone is asking about conditioning exercises to help them achieve handspring mounts, both tucked and regular. They are looking for advice on how to prepare their body for this move.

Someone is looking to buy a specific type of pole extension – an older style that screws together – to make their pole fit their ceiling height. They’ve already contacted one company without success and are asking the community for help.

The author recently got a pole and is excited to start self-teaching, but is finding upper body strength a limiting factor. They asked for advice on how long the 'training phase' lasts and how often to practice.

The author is concerned about a former student who has started teaching pole at home and is demonstrating unsafe practices online. They are worried about potential injuries to students and the possible impact on their own reputation.

Someone asked for tips on entering, holding, and exiting the poisson pose, specifically struggling with the pelvic tilt. They also inquired about a lesson on a similar move, the Lux.

Someone recently began pole lessons and is considering participating in both a flexibility challenge and a take-off challenge simultaneously. They are unsure how to manage the differing rest day schedules.

Someone remembered a spin from a promotional video for a particular studio and asked if anyone could help them find it. They described a ground-based spin with arms overhead while circling the pole.

Someone is experiencing issues uploading videos from their iPad, with the process getting stuck during compression. They were hoping to find out if others were having similar problems.

The author shared their frustration with recent stretching sessions, describing discomfort and a need for many props to make it tolerable. They wondered if stress or other factors were contributing to the difficulty.

The author is planning new pole dance lessons and asked the community for move suggestions, particularly for spins and combos. They also mentioned replacing some older lessons with updated versions.

The author announced their intention to start a vegan diet and asked for recipe suggestions, particularly for comfort foods like meatloaf and shepherd's pie. They are using a book called Engine 2 to guide them.

Someone recently achieved Aysha and is curious about the different grip options used in this move and Straight Edge. They asked about the pros and cons of each grip type.

The author shared feelings of discouragement after a doctor recommended a knee replacement, fearing it means the end of high-impact activities like pole dancing. They are struggling with the idea of slowing down and feeling 'old', especially alongside menopausal symptoms.

Someone is having trouble with video lessons playing automatically, needing to manually enter fullscreen to see the video alongside the audio. They are hoping for a solution to make the lessons start playing immediately.

The author noticed asymmetry in their body during a stretch for a flexibility challenge and wondered about the underlying anatomy. They shared a picture and asked if others experience similar imbalances.

Someone shared a funny video about the realities of pole dancing, specifically the struggle and pain that can come with it. They found the video relatable and wanted to share a laugh with the community.