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This is the exact same stuff that they sell at bowling alleys. You can generally find it in any pro shop for about $3. It is very similar to itac….VERY similar, however it is a little creamier whereas itac is more like a paste.
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Wow…I had mine for 3.5 years and I bought it used and this never happened. Yes, call Randy.
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Lu….so many good things are happening for you! I can't think of a better spokesperson for the benefits of pole.
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I am sorry if I came off horrible to you. There have been so many that want to be able to do things beyond their abilities and see products like these as their savior. I have never been one to mince my words and only speak truthfully (if not bluntly).
As I stated earlier if indeed you have an issue with hyperhydrosis then these can help. You stated that you want them to help with knee holds and sitting type moves. I don't know how long you have been poling but if you look around the forum these are moves that many have issues with just because they are difficult.
I am sorry if I offended you. I really am quite a decent person.
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OK…I am going to be the nasty one here. These are great if you are sweaty or are trying to protect yourself (say if you are training for a comp or something). I have issues with people buying these because they think they are going to be their saving grace in learning a move that they probably just do not have the skills to perform yet. There, I said it.
There are lots of threads here reagrding different grip aids and even these protectors. I have tried the gloves, not a fan (I have large hands and the sizes just were not right for me). I do know of people who have issues with extremely sweaty hands that they have been great for.
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An Xpole sport is only about $50 more than that pole. You can also pick up a Lil Mynx color for the same price or as the rest have said, check craigslist.
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Amy had a blog post about aerial body waves a few weeks back. How is it originating from your chest? To me this is all abs, hips and legs.
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There was a video posted recently from NY Pole Dance at their recital. I think it was Kim Wu. Also Nadia's routine from USPDF was outrageous and involved a chair. Flirty girl has some chair routines as well as urban striptease (I think you can find them on YT). Oh,…how can I forget our very own Sahrit?? You can search her out on facebook. She has a ton of chair routines posted (final product) but you can some good ideas from her. I am not sure what all Rodney James has when it comes to videos but he is also really good with a chair and burlesquey type stuff.
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Charley, you must remember that Maria cannot walk without heels. Seriously…she trips and hurts herself without them.
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Squeeee….can't wait to check it out! Have I told you lately that I love you webbie?? (no offense V)
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blob….you know what I meant
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Amy just did a really good blob about size does matter. http://aerialamy.com/blog/2011/12/09/buying-a-pole-thickness/
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How do you handle bruising and swelling normally? Are you taking any meds for the pain?
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The only two things that will prevent this is to keep the room warmer or buy a dehumidifier.
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I had a friend send me that yesterday too on FB.
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It also depends on what the "cush" material is. Think in terms of something like memory foam…all foams are NOT builit the same (the following info is from a memory foam site but its ideas are similar across the board).
For a material to be visco-elastic, it will have to be temperature sensitive and have an ability to rebound fairly quickly and return to its normal shape. Memory foam is graded by its visco-elastic nature and its durability by breaking it down into the following grading system:
1. Weight (Density in pounds per square foot):
The weight of a foam is determined by the amount of chemicals used in the composition of the polyurethane foam. The more chemicals, the higher the density and the more visco-elastic it will become. This density will not determine the hardness of the material, this is done through utilizing the ILD rating structure. Many memory foam mattresses use a 4 and 5lb. density, but some use as low as 2 and 3lb. densities.
2. ILD Rating (Indentation Load Deflection):
The ILD rating is going to tell you how hard or soft a material is. The 25% ILD rating is the number of pounds required to achieve a 25% compression of a 4" thick foam using a 50 square inch indentation. An Example of this is as follows: 20lb. ILD foam indicates that this material took 20 lbs. of pressure to indent this foam 25%. Keep in mind that the higher the ILD, the firmer the foam. This rating is synonymous with the abbreviation IFD (Indentation Force Deflection). IFD is still in use, even though ILD was created just for the purposes of grading polyurethane foam. You can assume that a lower ILD for the top layer of your memory foam mattress or bed topper can be a real advantage in pressure point reduction. However, too soft of an ILD or too thick of a very soft surface layer, especially without enough support underneath, can sometimes be problematic for low back sufferers. That is why the best memory foam mattresses use a layered effect that properly offers a supple enough surface to disburse pressure points, but gradually firms up in the layers below, with a very resilient support base used in the final layer.
3. Resilience:
This measures the foam's springiness by determining the percent rebound of a steel ball dropped from a height of 36". The term "H.R" (high resilient) foam refers to a highly resilient foam that will give a very high "ball rebound" reading. In general, the higher the resiliency, the better the more durable the foam will be with compression forces. However, with viscoelastic memory foam, less resilience indicates a better force dampening. This is due to less rebound pressure fighting the force of your body as it sinks into the mattress. Very high quality memory foam mattresses combine lower high resilient layer(s) with memory foam on the surface, so you get the pressure point reduction, while retaining the extra support below.
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I have been on all sorts of materials but I also do not have problems with chrome. It really does come down to several factors. Are you slipping because you do not have enough strength, are you slipping because you are oily or sweaty or are you slipping just because you and chrome do not work well together? Do you ahve access to a studio to see if in fact it is the material and not just you needing to work on your grip. Do you have a 45 or 50?
I used to have a LM pink pole. During the summer it was hell trying to do anything on it. During the winter just like all poles it would sweat and be slick. I think when I was sweaty it was even worse than any of the metal poles because it did not have pores.
I have been on TG once and while it is grippy I know others who have slid right off it. I was not on it for extended periods of time, only one afternoon. Chrome is grippier to me, but like I said, my body reacts well to chrome.
Can you explain what exactly is going on with you slipping? When is it happening? Are you taking lessons anywhere?
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Has it ever worked properly? Do you have it screwed on to the point you can no longer screw it any more? I know mine takes FOREVER to screw into place. Are you talking top or bottom loading?
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I also have a tipped uterus and I have had 2 mirenas. In between the two I had nothing for about 3 weeks and did not experience bleedeing after the removal with the exception of spotting because there was difficulty removing it. I have never had children so insertion and removal were horroble. Not to mention when I went to have the second one placed she screwed up and I had to wait another 2 weeks for a new device. BUT even with all of that I would do it again!
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I would never trust the airlines with my pole…EVER. As checked baggage you are looking at $25-$35 each way. Shipping it would probably be cheaper if indeed you need to travel with it.
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This was really only while my period was ending. Now the only way I even know when it should be "that time" is my eating habits. I used to get cramps the second day of my period that would lay me up in bed, and I have a pretty high tolerance for pain. I had prescritions for Anaprox before Aleve was even on the market. That stuff always worked best for me….I would take 3-4 Aleve, lay down for 30 minutes and I would be human again.
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I want to say a good 3 days at least for the cramping with each day being easier. I will note though that with my first one my cramps around what would have been that time of the month were AWFUL for the first 3-6 months but only for a day. It felt like I had the worst gas cramps plus constipation (which I did not have…just that feeling like you are full to the gills).
I think I may have spotted for close to a week
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I watched it and I was SOOOOOO hoping that he actually mentioned your name.
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Monthly memberships are hard to price and difficult for the client espeically if youa re running specials and your classes are full. It also has drawbacks that people will sign up for multiple classes and then not show without any repercussions to them. I kind of like drops in and either punch cards or some type of package system. Price drop ins higher than packages.
There are good and bad to sessions. If you have enough instructors ok, but if not then it can get really hectic crazy with scheduling. Also the same thing as what Amy stated. I was just talking to my sister and she is not signing up for her next session because it is ski season and she knows she will be missing classes. On the other hand it is easier for an instructor to have all people in the class at the same level. Also I ahve found that with pole peopel are fickle….by the time they have the balls to get to a class they want to go NOW…not have to wait another month before the next session starts.
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According to the BMI site:
Q: Are my dance/aerobic instructors responsible for music licensing?
No. Since it is your business that's being enhanced by the use of music, you are responsible for obtaining a music license, similar to other permits you must obtain as a business owner.
