[JeHanne]

Wow. No wonder you are upset… I don't blame you one bit. If you paid with a credit card you can contact the credit card company to dispute the transaction. Personally I would not be comfortable taking classes from a studio that was so disrespectful and dishonest. 

If you can get your money back you can order your pole online and have it shipped to you. 

I agree with PoleFitMom, even though this is infuriating… don't let it discourage you from Pole.

I hope this works out quickly for you and you get your pole. 

 

[JeHanne]

Be proud of the services you offer and your professionalism. This person clearly has some deep rooted biases that you should not take any ownership for. They may come around eventually… they may move… it is up to them. 

Congrats on finding a new space that better meets your needs!

[JeHanne]

Hi Bluesioux,

Do a forum search for 'Splits in 6 weeks'. I have tried various stretching sequences and this one has been the most effective for me.

Let us know how your progress goes!

: )

[JeHanne]

This is funny! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

[JeHanne]

I have not found a manufacturer that prevents the 'claw' of toes. I have found it was best to just let my feet settle in the shoes and let my toes fall where they may. Acceptance!

If it drives you nuts you can get thin short anklet socks at places like Target and they are inexpensive. They do not interfere with ankle or leg grip and are so darn cute. This does nothing to stop the forward slide but you do not see toes, you see sock fabric.

I have a variety of anklet socks I wear and also get my toes painted in bright glittery colors. I figure if I am flashing my toes… I'm doing it loud and proud! 

 

[JeHanne]

The best thing that has worked for me is rubbing alcohol used with a clean towel. I air dry my pole towels so they are not get softeners from dryer sheets on them. Ah the love of pole! Also having it warm before I try any holds etc helps. Good luck!

[JeHanne]

Holy smokes!!! That was like 20 routines smashed into 5 minutes! Loved it… thanks for sharing this link. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

[JeHanne]

Thanks LoneStarDiva for starting this thread! I had been looking for pole shorts since I did not have bottoms that were working out. I want a little extra coverage and no 'peek a boo' if you know what I'm sayin.

I ordered two pair of the butterfly shorts and am very excited for them to arrive. I sure hope they work out for me. 

 I hope they work out for you too… let us know!

Thanks hookedonpole too for sharing, everyone seems to love Pole Skivvies. I want to try the Gemini pole bra next. 

[JeHanne]

Hi HollySatine! 

I think the 7 days is a great way to get a feel for it. The sequence of moves for Bikram last 90 minutes.

Honestly I was not poling when I did that form of yoga. I feel it helped me generally with strength, concentration and flexibility. I bet due to all the spine, leg, side stretching it could only help poling. You might find yourself very sore initially… I was! 

Instead of taking yoga classes I have found that spending 15-20 minutes stretching after a pole session jamming out to some favorite tunes has really helped me. It is something totally unstructured that I look forward to.

Be sure to stay hydrated and take a big container of water to your first class. Also… dress appropriately. It is hot and humid in those rooms. I used to feel like a crispy chicken nugget baking to death under those lights. My modesty quickly vanished!

If you go check it out… let us know how it goes! 

[JeHanne]

Bikram yoga is intense! I did a 60 day challenge where I did one class a day for 60 days in a row… I was out of my mind. After that I took a few classes a week. It is a very specific sequence of poses that work all angles, strength building and flexibility. I found some calming of the mind benefits as well. 

Personally I found it extremely demanding physically, especially due to the heat and brightness of the studio. It is heated to 105 degrees with around 50% humidity. You have to really work on restoring lost fluids and sufficient rest and recovery after a class like that. 

I actually gained 15 pounds during the 60 day challenge and my friends started to call me 'quadzilla' since my legs were ripped like nobody's business. I did gain flexibility especially in my hamstrings and spine. 

It is something I stopped since it was just horribly sweaty and too hot for me. You should talk to an instructor at the studio you are interested to get more information. I tried it, enjoyed it for the time being but decided it is not the sport for me to continue at this time. 

I would suggest that you take a single class to get a feel for it and see if it would be something you would want to add to your routine.

Let us know what you think about it if you try it! 

 

[JeHanne]

I love it!!! Booty Shake is awesome and such a fun move! I also got it with the support of Miss Veena's wonderful lessons. It is great to go from 'how do they do that' to… 'I DID IT!'.

Congrats on your Booty Shake! Work it!

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[JeHanne]

I am in week 2 but have missed a few days here or there. The combination of stretches is working very well for me. The supine is a killer for me too but I feel so much better after stretching. Looking forward to progress. 

 

[JeHanne]

I am sorry that you are dealing with a very tough breakup. Allow yourself time to heal and adjust and I bet that Mojo will come back with a vengeance! I hope you feel better soon and get back to the things that bring you joy.

[JeHanne]

Thanks! Yes it was quite the learning experience to get that thing undone. I absolutely LOVE my Xpole so it was way worth the frustration! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

 

[JeHanne]

Looks like  a blast… ordered a copy. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

 

[JeHanne]

I got it and will put this up for anyone that might have a similar issue… I loosened the three screws above the adjuster cover. Then I heated the seam where the adjuster joins the tube with a hair dryer for just  few minutes. I used thick rubber gloves because the hair dryer made the metal hot and did a twist.. it dropped right down.

Continuing setup… https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

 

 

[JeHanne]

Hi LoneStarDiva!!! Awesome screen name by the way! 

You have a great attitude and will have a blast. You are not too old to do this… those type of thoughts just keep us from doing what we want. So push that limiting thought to the side and get ready to have fun.

Enjoy! These forums are full of great information and really fun and supportive people. 

: )

JeHanne

[JeHanne]

When I wear my dance heels I am over six foot tall!!! Love it! My favorite brand is Tabu footwear. They are the most comfortable for me and you can customize the shoe as far as the tops/bottoms/fabrics/rhinestone patterns. My second favorite is Pleaser USA. I love my Pleaser Kiss light up shoes and Electra knee high boots.

All of my shoes (except for boots) are strap varieties. I do not want a shoe hitting me in the head or causing other damages. 

You probably will build a collection over time… start with what appeals to you and go from there! 

 

[JeHanne]

Hi Miss Devious!

A small hippo?!? Nooooooo!!! I appreciate the sarcastic humor but banish that self depreciating talk! 

Did you watch the XPole installation video? It is more clear than the manual IMO. It has a small segment on enabling and disabling the spin feature. Maybe someone will chime in with some helpful advice on that since I am awful at explaining that kind of stuff.

I recently started poling and was embarrassed at how little upper body strength I had. I used to be an active exerciser and rock climber years ago. I got the video lessons and enjoy them a lot. 

I have built upper body strength by holding onto the pole, doing plank and push ups. My strength has grown dramatically in a short amount of time and I am very encouraged. I am 30 pounds overweight so it is much harder to defy gravity. (I hope in time that number grows MUCH smaller but it does not keep me from poling). 

Be patient and persistent… celebrate your accomplishments! The forum is a great place and extremely supportive and helpful. 

Keep us updated on your progress!

Happy Poling!

JeHanne

 

[JeHanne]

Hi Elaine! Welcome to the community. Very supportive and fun group of people on here. Happy Poling! 

JeHanne

[JeHanne]

Do not worry!!! With consistent practice and determination you will get there! I could not even lift my feet off the ground for a pole hold. Not even for a second! I can now. Each person has their own level of strength, the good news is we can work to build it and improve it over time.

You can do it and it is not just you! 

 

[JeHanne]

I exchanged the Ellie shoes for the Pleaser Kiss light up… I LOVE the Pleasers. They had a pull tab that minimized contact between the battery and the unit. And an extra battery came packed with them… and they came with instructions! I changed the battery on the right shoe and so far so good. 

I am really happy with them. 

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[JeHanne]

All of these stories are wonderful and very inspirational! I love it!!! I have poled for 8 weeks. My friends are commenting on my forearm definition. I am also getting definition in the back of my arm and noticed my legs are looking leaner. I am so happy to be a smaller and firmer version of me! I look forward to seeing how things continue. 

I take a class at a pole studio once a week. I practice pole at home two days a week. I stretch and practice walking and non weight bearing movements on non pole days.

 I have wanted to learn this for years, each and every practice is an accomplishment.

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[JeHanne]

Congrats on strength and those flexing muscles!!! I might be giving up on my scale for now. I have extra padding too… I have only lost 2 pounds. I am going to stick with the measuring tape and return to the scale later. 

Happy Poling! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

[JeHanne]

Thank you Heathalynne and BailaHoops for the kind words! That is awesome you ladies have also had great results! I got a laugh out of the wicked dancer comment… take no prisoners! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cool.gif