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There has been some discussion on Ohio Peace and Pole regarding it.  Seems a little "odd" to say the least.  Nubian Beauty Productions does not seem to exist and the phone listed is a cell phone.  Whoever it is has contacted one studio in Cinci and one in Youngstown to use their studio for tryouts.

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Actually this is not it.  We were finally able to get a flyer that was sent to a studio.  I am not sure if this will post or not:

 

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s320x320/398983_377331175652727_100001275420460_76647087_1670153352_n.jpg

 

It is being put on by Nubian Beauty Productions and it says it is supposed to be at Duke Energy Convention Center on May 26, however it is not listed on the convention center site.

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Here is the boook on Amazon (published in 2010): http://www.amazon.com/Essentials-Creatine-Sports-Health-Jeffrey/dp/1617377198

 

From the back cover: "A great deal of misinformation is present in popular culture regarding the effects of creatine supplementation on health and sports performance. For instance, it is not uncommon for various media outlets to claim, in spite of the lack of supporting evidence, that 'supplementing with creatine is harmful to the liver and kidneys and may cause dehydration and cramping.' In reality, creatine is intimately involved in energy metabolism, performance, and training adaptations, and, recently, several studies have uncovered its potential clinical application toward treating various neuromuscular diseases and maintaining brain function. This book unifies the sum of information on how creatine affects body composition, exercise performance, and health. Because the body of data on creatine is ample and constantly growing, a book such as this is a timely and important resource for the clinician, the coach, and the sports scientist."

 

I am not trying to be argumentive, please do not take that from me.  I enjoy debates and learning experiences.  If you have studies that you can point me to I would love to read them.  As much as I hate to post an article that was written in a magazine I have come to trust much of the articles that have been written by Kennedy Publishing as they really cover their bases and don't write fluff.  I am really very harmless and just a knowledge junkie.  I know I have pissed off a few people on this board when I have called their views into question but it is never done to be spiteful and the only time I have gotten nasty is when I have been attacked first.  I am one who will access pubmed to actually read the studies because I am stupid like that (I also read a lot of federal codes and bills because so much of the media picks and chooses sections instead of understanding the whole thing).

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I am trying to find links to the referenced studies, but this was published in Oxygen magazine about this time last year:

http://www.oxygenmag.com/Competition/Articles/Is-Creatine-Right-For-You.aspx

 

[chemgoddess1]

Good to know.  I had no idea they made home use poles!

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There havhe been studies published lately that have shown that creatine is better for women to use than it is for men.

Published studies show no effect on the kidney and liver from oral creatine use (the last one is from 2008):

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10999421

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15795816

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18188581

All sorts of articles regarding the benefits of whey protein can be found on the may clinic site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/whey-protein/NS_patient-wheyprotein/DSECTION=evidence

 

I am not trying to be a pain Organic Angel, but I have no idea where your health instructor is getting his/her information.

 

 

 

 

[chemgoddess1]

Jessica Jasmine, there is no manufacturer out there that has a lifetime warranty on poles.

 

As for PoleDanzer, I do not believe they make poles for home use.

[chemgoddess1]

XPole had a rash of issues with chrome on some of the original poles.  This does not seem to be an issue any more so it should not happen on your new pieces.

 

The titanium does not wear off, just the color, and it seems like this problem has been fixed too as I don't see this very often any more either.

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For those of you that are unaware, Sara Bella is the current Midwest Pole Dance Champion.  If you have the opportunity take this offer….if for no other reason than to sit and gawk at her awesomeness.

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I have never had issues with the ankle straps.  I have more issues with toe hang than anything else.

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Let me clarify. I have been to infinity for several reasons I just have not specifically taken a pole class there. I realize that my previous post looks like the only reason I go is because she has workshops. That was not the intention of my post.

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I am currently up in Cleveland and travel down to Columbus a few times a year.  Val used to be here on SV but isn't so much any more.  You have already heard of the two studios in the area.  I have never been to Studio Rouge as they are a newer studio and it never seems like my schedule works with theirs when I am in town.  I have been to Infinity quite a few times but mainly because I have gone down for workshops as she is pretty much the closest studio that will draw the "big names".  There is also a group called Ohio Peace and Pole on facebook.  If you send me your name I can friend you an add you to the group.  A lot of the studios try to post on there when there are workshops or events.

[chemgoddess1]

While she has abs, Rafaela Montero is shorter and squat and ridiculously muscular.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASHgo9U6sS8

 

 

[chemgoddess1]

I don’t want to totally derail this but gummi you really need to do a lot more research about mj.

[chemgoddess1]

You search out the closest place to buy the May Penthouse magazine just to see the interview with Alethea.

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If you are looking into using it also at the studio you can just buy a shorter extension for the top piece.  You won't have the full 8+ feet of pole but it is better than nothing.

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It kind of depends on what level you are at.  I can pretty much get on any size pole and work with it.  I have even done stuff on an outdoor pole that is larger than the standard 50.  Hand size will come into play too as smaller poles are harder for me to grip because I have large hands.

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I have the NSD.  This video has a really good idea of how loud mine is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SY550W_PPHE

 

[chemgoddess1]

POWERBALL!!!!!  These are quite common for those recovering from carpal tunnel issues.

 

https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/which_powerball_20120227093346

 

https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/Powerball_20110109034400

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I ahve had good luck with this product:

http://www.sallybeauty.com/haircolor-remover-corrector/SBS-500495,default,pd.html?cm_vc=SEARCH

 

This will not bleach your hair but will remove most of the color.  I would follow this with a clarifying treatment and then a reconstructor.  If you decide to color again I would add a protein filler into your color and then again after you color to lock it in.  I am in no way a hair stylist, just letting you know things that had helped me in the past.

 

This is a quick summary of teh stages of color your hair goes through when you bleach it:

http://www.ehow.com/info_8533453_ten-stages-hair-lightening.html

[chemgoddess1]

So straight leg reverse grab into pretzel/stag?

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I have been on both.  It really all depends on what you are planning on using the pole for.  If you are taking it to bars, festivals, etc then the original is probably your better bet as it will raise you up from the crowd and give you a little bit of a barrier.  People are less likely to try to step up on a higher stage than something that is just a few inches off teh ground.  Floor work is difficult as are any type of handstand/headstand moves.  Even shoulder dismounts can be tricky if you are tall.  The lite is much easier to transition to floor type work.  Both are very stable but you can add more weights to the original than you can the lite (you can still add weight to the lites).  I am not a huge fan of the skirting on the original but you can turn it around backwards so it is just all black.  On top of that if you are crafty you can make your own skirt with fabric and high powered magnets.  I have never worked on either with the legs pulled.

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Static pole is TOTALLY different than spin.  In static you have to be your momentum where in spin you have to be able to hold a pose while you fight being thrown off the pole.

[chemgoddess1]

What is a bat spin?

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http://www.midwestpoledancing.com/MidwestPoleSchools.htm

 

http://www.polenation.com/