Saphyre
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Hi Joyful. I haven't abondoned you. I am on vacation and don't have much access to the internet. It still sounds like it's an invert issue. Keep practicing!! Let me know how it's going. xoxo
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Don't get discouraged Joyful! It's probably just a minor adjustment that needs to be made. I agree with MemphisKitten. If you could post a video, we could see what's happening and give you better advise. It could be that all you need to do is release your left hand before or as you move your leg into Gemini if you're comfortable with that. Or, maybe you just need to grip more with your knees/lower legs so you can relax your thighs a bit. It could even be that your hand placement is too high when you invert. Your bottom (inside) hand should be at about ear level, with the top hand just above it. So many possibilities.
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This makes me feel better. I'm headed to a family gathering this weekend and I've been asked to bring my pole since most of the fam has never seen me pole. I am nervous that I will have performance anxiety, but maybe I'll get this adreneline/confidence thing instead!! I hope so!!
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Not sure if this will help, but I struggled with "hand entrapment" when I first started to invert and move into other moves. What I discovered through this fabulous website is that it is all in the initial invert! If you watch Veena's lesson on the Basic Invert, you will see that she stresses that you must get your knees above your hands otherwise, your hands can become trapped. So now when I invert, I make sure that I do a sort of "pull up" with my hands when my legs and hips are up, but before I connect my legs to the pole. Think about pulling your hips or feet up to the sky. Also, make sure you are close to the pole before you invert with your hips in front of the pole. I've found that if the invert is done properly, I can move my hands wherever I need them to go! Good Luck, Joyful and set those hands free!!!!
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Funny that you posted this thread as I have a current thread about bruising also. Too bad the Arnica Gel isn't working for you. It works pretty good for me, usually. It does not seem to work as well for pole bruises for some reason. I just started taking the Emergen-C packets yesterday and I plan on going to get some Vitamin K cream today. Heard that really helps. Well, at least we're getting an awesome workout! Good Luck!
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That just totally made my night! You are an inspiration, Lulu! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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I don't have any deficiencies, but thanks anyway. I actually use the Arnica gel. I already take iron, a prescription that contains Folic Acid, Copper and Zinc, plenty of B12. B6, and C. I get my levels checked pretty regularly. I'm just old! I do not believe I bruise too easily, I just have a lot of them because I practice hard. Was just looking for a way to make them go away faster, really. I am going to try to up my intake of Vitamin C using Camkobo's advise of the Emergence-C. Already purchased and consumed! Plus, cuting back on the Ibuprofen will eventually keep them from being as bad as they are. I also am going to get some Vitamin K cream, like Stri-Vectin.
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Thanks Tali Kat. Yes, I have talked to my doc. In the past, I have been prescribed some other anti-inflammatories that are not as tough on the insides. I have actually been able to cut down on the Advil quite a bit, and expect I will continue to decrease them. So, I'm hoping to not even need the script. I am into homeopathic forms of medicine as well, so part of my weaning process has been switching to those. Believe me, this is not something I like doing to my body, but it felt rather neccessary in these early stages of learning.
We all know that this is a very tough, demanding workout. Just starting it at the age of 47 has very specific drawbacks. Your body absolutely cannot do what it used to, and it fights you every step of the way. I have to balance what my body is telling me with gentle coaxing to do otherwise! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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I am fortunate enough to be retired. I was originally a licensed Cosmetologist in my late teens, but quickly decided it wasn't for me. I then held various accounting jobs until my mid-20's when I started working for Hewlett-Packard. I worked as a Business Analyst until my 40's, which is when I retired. I now keep myself busy helping to plan and attend to landscapes for friends and family, home organizing, and poling!
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I agree with Veena and Amy. I think the confusion lies with "Spin" versus "Pole Trick" versus "Leg Variations". Check out my last video. At exactly 1 minute I start a "Cradle Spin" with my legs in a "tucked" variation. Without moving my hands, I then change my leg position to a "V". I am still using my arms to hold me up. So, it is a "Cradle Spin" with my legs in a "V" variation. Then you will see my hands shift as I move my weight onto my thigh into a "Thigh Rest/Apprentice", which is a "Trick". If I had opened my legs into "V" again, it would be Thight Rest with a "V" variation.To me, a Side V is a trick, much like the Thigh Rest is a trick. This is an interesting thread, but I think it moved out of what the original intent of it was! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif Leave it to us!
https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/4fc28a07-d26c-4bff-b5d8-37180ac37250
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Thanks, Chemgoddess!
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This is an issue I constantly have to deal with. I already have tendonitis from years of gardening. 2 months into poling I stressed my wrist and forearm while doing a spin. I had 2 months of physical therapy. I iced every night and took anti-inflammatories during that initial healing. I still have issues, mainly when I spin on static mode. I try to avoid those. Since the injury is older I ice first, but then follow with heat. Once the muscles are warm, I use my foam roller back and forth from wrist to elbow (see Veena's foam roller lessons). When I finish with that, I use my thumb to massage from elbow toward wrist only (away from the heart). Next, I manually massage my hand. Then I also do the wrist stretches. I purchased a good quality, adjustable hand grip and I give this a squeeze 10 reps on each side, 3 times. This is to help strengthen the muscles and is the last step in my routine. It's a pain in the arse, but it keeps me poling! Good luck!
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Thanks for the quick replies! I do know that about Anti-Inflammatories. I should have mentioned that. Unfortunately, I do need to take them in order to pole. I take them once on the day I pole otherwise, I literally cannot move the next day. I have tried Naproxen, but it doesn't work as well. @Witchess, lol! They do look quite different than impact bruises. I love pineapple, so I will try that. @Comkobo. I will have to give those a try!
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Oh, yay! I will have to make sure I record it on my DVR!
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Love it, Witchess!!
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Thanks, Ladies! I hope to have some time to visit a studio. It would be sometime between the 10th and 13th of June. I have only been poling since November, but I am most of the way through the Intermediate moves as they are here on SV.
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Porshka, you are correct in that the X-Pole instructions say to never use water. Just to clarify, the soapy water is to remove the protective finish that is applied for shipping. I also use rubbing achohol for every day cleaning. However, it does seem to get a film on it on occasion, and once in a while I still use soapy water. I do not drench it. I put it on a cloth and wipe. I then follow immediately with alcohol, on a separate cloth to evaporate any remaining traces. In general, water is not good for chrome as it can cause rusting. It is better for a warning to be on the instructions than to say it's okay "if". You also want to be careful that water does not run into the holes of the pole where "A" and "B" attach. For that matter, you don't want any type liquid to get in there. Believe me, I want my pole to last as long as possible and I baby the hell out of it!
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Hi GM. Yes, there are lots of posts about this. In a nutshell, the chrome pole comes with a protective finish on it that will make it slippery. This finish protects the pole during shipping. Some things that others have used to remove this coating are: Hot, soapy water (dishwashing liquid); Steam, using a clothes steamer or iron; Vodka (yup!); Any type of degreaser.—-Make sure you wipe it with rubbing alcohol after using one of those methods. Also, make sure the cloth you use has not been washed or dryed with a fabric softener. I use a microfibre cloth. The pole may still be slippery for a while, but the more you use it the less slippery it will be. I got my X-Pole in April and it is still a bit slick. Make sure your body and the pole are nice and warm and above all, have patience! Have fun with your new pole! xoxo
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I like to see who is close to my age. It gives me so much encouragment to push myself, and helps me to not feel bad if I can't do a move that 20 and 30 somethings can! I also love to see the diversity. Not just age, but ethnicity and location as well. Thanks, Veena!
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Oh, Wow. I wonder why they took that off?
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You haven't listed your age here, but I've found that being over 40 (I'm 47) is a big factor in the fear department. I used to do headstands and handstands all the time when I was way younger. I can get into the forearm stand position and scooch my legs up so my back is against the pole, but I cannot bring myself to lift my legs up. Even to a tuck. I had a super hard time going backward off the pole (like Cross Knee Release) for a while, but I can finally do it. As some have suggested, use a spotter. If you can do this on a mat up against the wall first, that will help as well. Take Veena's advise and make sure the shoulders are engaged. Your head should not be touching the ground. Good Luck, Emmye! You can do this!
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I don't drink too much coffee. A heavy day is 3 cups. However, I am addicted to adding Bailey's Irish Cream to it! I'm quite sure that's not good for me, but I don't really care. Yummy!
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I'm with Chemgoddess on the DHEA and the B12. One other thing you could try is a Dietary Supplement called SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine). It is actually touted for Healthy Mood and Joint Comfort, but I find that it is wonderful to take the day I pole. Something with the way it lifts your mood also gives me energy. I usually take it about 2 hours before I pole . You take it on an empty stomach so I pop this first and follow with a carb/protein meal. Sometimes that is just a Slim-Fast. If you do try it, get the ones that come in a blister pack as they are moisture sensitive. Especially since you live in Florida! I get the NatureMade brand. Also, as Chemgoddess recommended, definittely check with your doctore before taking anything, as I'm not sure how any of these may affect your illness. I hope you can find something that will help you!
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I'm with Chemgoddess on the DHEA and the B12. One other thing you could try is a Dietary Supplement called SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine). It is actually touted for Healthy Mood and Joint Comfort, but I find that it is wonderful to take the day I pole. Something with the way it lifts your mood also gives me energy. I usually take it about 2 hours before I pole . You take it on an empty stomach so I pop this first and follow with a carb/protein meal. Sometimes that is just a Slim-Fast. If you do try it, get the ones that come in a blister pack as they are moisture sensitive. Especially since you live in Florida! I get the NatureMade brand. Also, as Chemgoddess recommended, definittely check with your doctore before taking anything, as I'm not sure how any of these may affect your illness. I hope you can find something that will help you!
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I'm with you. The Butalbital alone does nothing for me, but I didn't want to rule it out for someone else. The addition of the codeine is what really helps me. If Tylenol and Ibuprofen are hard on your tummy, then codeine probably is as well. I wouldn't rule it out though because there are steps you can take to help alleviate that. First, don''t take it on an empty stomach (or any other pain meds for that matter). I would talk to your doctor about it. There are other things, such as an anti-emetic (sp?) that can keep you from getting nausea/tummy ache. I have a script for the generic version of Zofran. It's fabulous! I would definitely talk to your doc about getting a full hormone level panel. This can indicate any hormonal imbalances, and you can decide together if injections/progesterone/estrogen may be an option for you. I do have one more suggestion. There is an herbal supplement that can do wonders for headaches, moodiness, and other PMS types of symptoms. It is called L-Theanine. You can buy this at a GOOD vitamin store. The Vitamine Shoppe, Fruitful Yield, Whole Foods, or a local compounded pharmacy are some choices. L-Theanine is a naturally occuring hormone that works with the "feel Good" receptors in your brain, such as serotonin. It is all natural, so it should be easier on your internal organs.
