[JeHanne]

Tuck invert requires a lot of strength and control but is such an amazing move to position you for other moves. I know how frustrating it is but keep working at it. I bet if you posted a video here you may get some specific pointers if the issue is form related. 

Allow yourself time to recover and strengthen. Just keep in mind how sweet its gonna be when you nail it!

Cheering you on! : )

[JeHanne]

Thanks for the recipes Chem! I'm definitely adding Vanilla protein powder to my list. Yum!!! 

[JeHanne]

When your hungry, you're hungry!!! I've hit up Sonic for some tator tots after pole class when I am ravenous!

[JeHanne]

I do strength training and flexibility training on alternating days and that allows me to really focus.

Strength days consist of warm up (usually dance/squats/lunges/plies), pole holds, climbs, push ups, work on pole moves etc. Flexibility days consist of warm up (usually core work) and a zillion lower body stretches. When I have extra time I work on transitions and dance into either a strength or flexibility day.

I set a goal to do 2-3 strength training days a week and 2-3 flexibility days a week. I normally take one day off a week where I do either light dance and transitions or absolutely nothing at all to allow my muscles to recover. Strength days are usually shorter… I can only do so many inverted V holds, climbs and push ups before I wear out. ; )

Breaking my sessions out like this has worked well for me. I spend as much time as energy and schedule for that day allow. Even if pressed for time I never skip warm ups… my body requires warm up to loosen and be prepared for the strenous activity of pole or flexibility training. I will cut my workout session short before I wil bypass getting warm. 

[JeHanne]

Yes I can see the Burlesque angle! It has a very sexy glamourous vibe! I love the red curtains. 

[JeHanne]

I love the free shipping too!  https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

 

[JeHanne]

I'm looking forward to seeing pics of your pole room!

Pole is a wonderful experience that you can unfold into as your strength and flexibility grow. Keep in mind also that your artistic focus can always change and grow. It is diverse and life changing!

Welcome welcome again and look forward to reading all about your journey. This is your path to enjoy, you can't go wrong. 

: )

[JeHanne]

It is looking very nice. The color scheme is beautiful.

[JeHanne]

I have one pair and love how comfortable and versatile they are. They are so comfie!

[JeHanne]

Welcome! 

This is a wonderful place for pole lovers. Congrats on starting your pole journey!

: ) 

[JeHanne]

Congrats one your new pole!!! That is extremely exciting. Enjoy!!! : )

[JeHanne]

I've received compliments on movements that articulate my hips and involve hip movement. So any sways, weight shifts, rolling or undulating movements. Honest comments are because they imagine/think of sex with those moves… I am sensing a similarity in all of our responses… hmmm. LOL!

[JeHanne]

Sock dreams is AMAZING!!! They have an entire leg warmers section. Addictive! : )

[JeHanne]

Sockdreams also has free shipping on any order. I LOVE them! My latest favorite is the over the knee legwarmers http://www.sockdreams.com/products/socks/leg-warmers/super-long-ribbed-leg-warmers 

Have fun in CA! That's my favorite place. 

[JeHanne]

Those are cute! I am a sock freak and one of my favorite sites is http://www.sockdreams.com You can find endless *must have* items there. At least I do. : )

[JeHanne]

I had to get my chrome really warm before I would stick to it also. Your powder coated pole is sooooo pretty! Glad to hear you are noticing better pole sessions with it. Yay! 

[JeHanne]

Thanks! I did… how could I resist?!? Realy light practice, mostly some climbs and spins. I love it!!! I can climb a cold stainless steel pole without blinking an eye. A cold brass or chrome and I'll slip right off like its covered in oil. I think my practices will be more productive now. I still want super human strength… maybe with enough practice I'll get there. 

 

[JeHanne]

I found I grip more on stainless steel than I do brass, which I don't really understand since brass is normally more grippy. That's why I'm glad there is a variety of materials since we all have our preferences. 

Now if I only had super human strength… working on that one. LOL! 

[JeHanne]

I hope that you can get stainless steel soon or maybe powdercoat your brass? It took me a lot of trial and error. 

[JeHanne]

It arrived today!!! I set it up and I am in LOVE! Stainless Steel is the pole for me. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif

[JeHanne]

It arrived today!!! I set it up and I am in LOVE! Stainless Steel is the pole for me. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif

[JeHanne]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

[JeHanne]

Did some browsing online at Sally's… I might stop by and pick up a Gellish kit. I don't like going to the salon and having appointments. It would be great if I could do this at home and save money too. I love this forum, so much great information is available. Thanks for sharing ladies!

[JeHanne]

Nice!!! Can’t wait to see your pics!

[JeHanne]

The product like the one you saw at Wal Mart are a DIY version on the Salon UV curing products.   Give it a try and see if it works for you… doesn't hurt to try and you could find something totally amazing.

I was tempted to try it.