calipolepixie
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Yep. It is VERY frustrating but normal. I have had this happened several times during my pole journey. In fact, I am having this issue right now with the shoulder mount. I had it for weeks and now I haven’t been able to do it for weeks. Grr. Been working on getting it back…
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Skype is works similar to like a facetime or snapchat, where you can see the person and they can see you. Most of us either work on moves we are trying to learn or perfect together and/or help each other by virtually spotting each other execute a move during a Skype session.
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I highly recommend going with the xpole xpert. http://xpoleus.com/store/extension-45mm-chrome-1000mm-p-584.html 1000mm extension (which works for ceilings up to 11”10 is the highest they sell on the xpole site BUT if you call as specified on their site, they may have solutions for you since your ceiling is over 14 ft. The xpert is SUPER easy to take up and down. Once you get the hang of it, it only takes 10 mins or less to put up and down. IMO I find stages ok for tricks and combos but not easy to dance or do floorwork around, so if you want something where you’ll have a little more freedom as far as floor space to move and dance and not be too limited go with the xpert.
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I second on Veena’s Ab challenge! I noticed a big difference in my core strength in a little under 2 weeks into the challenge! Thinking about doing another round of the challenge because I’ve been off the pole several days and I need to build my strength back up
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I am at the tail end of finishing up my requirements for the Pole Moves beginner/intermediate teacher certification and I like it a lot. It qualifies for ACE & AFAA CEC’s. I plan on taking the Pole Moves intermediate/advanced teacher cert in the Spring. Also, they recently added a distance learning option/program for the Beg/Interm cert. Check it out. http://www.polemoves.net
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I have the SAME issue. It can be VERY frustrating! I just deal with it day by day…I just got itac & it helps my body parts stick a lot better but it’s no bueno on the hands, which is where my main issue with grip lies when working on SG, TG & other advanced inverted moves that rely on great hand grip. So I have been on the prowl for a grip aid that will work on my DRY hands. I have found though that if my body and pole are extremely warm, I have less of an issue at home. But both have to be warmed up just right or else=bad pole day.
I also think that at the studio, we warm up well & the poles are nice & broken in, so they aren’t as slippery, so they provide a better grip.
I plan getting a 45 TG or brass soon (I have a 50 chrome now) though…hoping that will help too.
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Crap, correction…I've been poling 3 years! It'll be 4 years in March! 🙂
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Definitely don't wait! Go for it now. You will also lose weight while you learn pole! Don't forget to do some cardio!
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I am not flexible either but after poling 2 1/2 years but I am A LOT more flexible than I was when I first started that's for sure! I am not a fan of flexibility workouts, but I am trying to get better at doing them because I want to do moves that require more flexibility. With time, you become more flexible but if you want to be extremely flexible and do the really extreme tricks that involve a lot of flexibility, you will need to up your game and do flexibility training a few days a week. Also, same goes for strength…it grows as you learn pole but additional strength training is ideal, if you want to progress at a steady pace.
You don't necessarily need a gym…I use arm strength and conditioning exercises that I find on SV and elsewhere online and workout at home. I also have a pull up bar, do sit ups, planks, elbow and forearm stands to help with my core and arm strength as well. I also use light hand weights and do exercises using iphone apps.
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Go to Amazon.com and do a search for Vado, Flip HD or Kodak Playfull HD. You can also get a regular high megapixel photo camera too with video camera capabilities OR if you have an iphone or ipad, I know alot of gals that use that to video tape themselves too. Hope that helps!
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Go to Amazon.com and do a search for Vado, Flip HD or Kodak Playfull HD. You can also get a regular high megapixel photo camera too with video camera capabilities OR if you have an iphone or ipad, I know alot of gals that use that to video tape themselves too. Hope that helps!
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Go to Amazon.com and do a search for Vado, Flip HD or Kodak Playfull HD. You can also get a regular high megapixel photo camera too with video camera capabilities OR if you have an iphone or ipad, I know alot of gals that use that to video tape themselves too. Hope that helps!
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Get an HD Flip, they are great, super easy to use and reasonably priced. I love mine.
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I’m down if you still need people…just let me know
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Cardio helps immensely with endurance…Running, Zumba, kick boxing, treadmill interval training, even hooping.
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I say go for it next time! It’ll be a great learning experience. Just start working on a routine now & just spend the next few weeks (or months if the next comp isn’t for awhile) perfecting & practicing it until it becomes 2nd nature. You’ve got this! 🙂
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Aloe Vera fresh from the plant or in a bottle is fine too. Also dermablast
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Welcome to SV! Definitely try and join us Sunday in the Flexines! It is fun and very motivational! I also Skype jam with folks, if you want to add me as a contact on Skype my ID is Calipolepixie 🙂
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Kiki made a name tag for herself & I know a few others have mentioned using their SV buttons 🙂
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Yep I am more sweaty the few days before my period & during it, I get bad night sweats. I always know when “it’s” coming when the night sweats start up.
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Ohhh I haven't done a challenge in ages. This sounds fun! I'm going to drum up something. I already have a song in mind 😉
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Ohhh I haven't done a challenge in ages. This sounds fun! I'm going to drum up something. I already have a song in mind 😉
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I have a huge issue with my belly as well…I have been trying for a flat belly for years but after 3 kids & genetics (majority of the women in my fam are slim but hold weight in their bellies) & a belly that bloats when I eat anything it seems lol I’ve given up on flat & will settle for a couple inches smaller than it is now & toned. So I’m still working on mine.
I agree with the others, your calorie intake is not enough. Cardio is also great to help tone up the belly area. Try adding Zumba, kick boxing, running, running/walking on treadmill in intervals and/or Hula hoop a few days a week to your weekly workouts.
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I had to cancel my trip as well to expo 🙁 most expos don’t do refunds though as I understand it. Also pole expo had a refund cut off date of Aug 5, so if she gave you a refund after that date consider yourself lucky. I got my workshops refunded as well but as I understand it, there are no refunds on the expo badges. Maybe she would have done it before the Aug 5 date but since that date has already past maybe that’s why she didn’t refund the badge $$$. I don’t know for sure if this is the case but that would be my speculation…
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Definitely give Veena’s lessons a try. They are the best lessons online. And the girls in the SV community are a great help & support system. I also second what Chem said about Skyping & group jams with other Veeners as being great way to get motivation & feedback as well.
