dustbunny
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I believe the original x poles came with 2 main pole pieces plus 2 extentions. Don’t quote me on these numbers, but I seem to be thinking 125mm and 250mm are the extention lengths. The extender screw should be able to make up the difference from one to the other.
I would measure your ceiling as accurately as possible then contact x pole. They will be able to tell you which extention to use for your ceiling height. -
l hope you and your instructor can find something that will work better for you Anzia. I did some conditioning today, worked on some choreo for my classes and tried a couple new moves and transitions. Tomorrow is a scheduled hooping day but I plan on giving a foam roller lesson to a friend, and that may be all I have time for.
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@salsadancerhelen I live in Fergus! We should jam sometime. ☺
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I haven’t posted in a few days but I have been keeping on track with my daily workouts. Today is a rest day so I’m just going to do some conditioning for feet and hands. ðŸ‘
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@slkysmth That “simple” move is really not. It takes a ton of core engagement not to swing and spin. Just keep practicing you will get it.
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Side pole hold and knee tucks are VERY hard! You will get there, just do as many as you can right now. When I first started pole I couldn’t lift my body weight at all, it’s totally normal and will get easier the more you practice. Keep going with the 30 days, it’s a great program!
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I think it’s good to try new things on both sides, and I have surprised myself on occasion. And I think it’s good to do conditioning work on both sides. Sometime, when I’m really motivated, I add an extra set to my non-dom side. I do work on climbing with both feet, and sometimes inverting, I don’t really do much pole practicing on both sides though except spins. I can do all my spins fairly evenly on both sides and am weirdly proud of that. 😆
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Well after 3 days of being super busy I did manage to do one of Veena’s routines today. I will hopefully do some hooping tomorrow and stay on track.
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Woo-hoo! Way to go tropical pole. 😄
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Anzia, what is a Hercules?
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We all have those days Slkysmth. I feel old today too after that Skype with Luvlee. It was supposed to be a cardio day but I needed the rest and decided to foam roll. Tomorrow was scheduled rest, if I have time I’ll do some hooping or maybe go for a walk. 😊
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Hurrah Cazzz! That sounds like a lot of fun. Just don’t let yourself get stressed out trying to do so much that you forget what you love about pole. 💖
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If you have no real experience your resume needs to reflect your knowledge and expertise. Definitely include any relevant education, workshops, etc. Be creative, first aid is even valued as an instructor, but is not necessarily a”dance” skill.
For the routine part maybe don’t worry about doing a whole song, but rather 2 min or so. I would focus on good flow, and great lines (she specifically mentioned your point). If you want to show off some trickster skills come up with your one most amazing aerial combo (that you can reliably perform). That way you get the best of both worlds. Good luck on the interview! -
Well I did my conditioning today just before a scheduled Skype with Luvlee. Then we poled for an hour. So I’m wiped! Good news, I got my SG aysha thanks to a couple tips from Luvlee. The camera was running so hopefully I’ll have a pic up soon!
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The pole sit is a little trickier if you have trouble crossing the thighs but still very doable. Cross at the ankles if you can or else you have to just squeeze those babies together hard, engage every muscle in your legs, and tilt the hips to one side. You can do this! Remember everyone had trouble with this when they started pole, and yes it hurts, but it gets better I promise. 😆
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Slkysmth, if you have a foam roller you should try it on that hammie. Feel better soon.
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Hi tblue. ..stupid auto correct
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Hi true. Welcome aboard!
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Didn’t feel like doing anything when I started, but after warning up I really enjoyed my stretching time.
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Got in some hooping practice today. Was going to pole too but ran out of time. 😔 Looking forward to a Skype session with luvlee Monday afternoon.
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@Sarah Carr If you look further up this thread Wild Lotus posted her weekly workout plan and I’ll post mine here too. It might give you some ideas on how to make your own or just modify one of ours to suit your schedule.
Sunday: lower body flexibility, working on splits, Veena’s routine or a stretching DVD.
Monday: upper body/core, conditioning, pick 3-5 upper body/core conditioning lessons or Veena’s routine, pole work.
Tuesday: lower body, cardio, dance class, hooping, freestyle.
Wednesday: rest day, foam roll, flow motion routine, light dancing, walk, conditioning for small muscle groups (ie. Hands/feet)
Thursday: upper body/core, flexibility, back mobility routine.
Friday: lower body/core, conditioning, pick 3-5 lower body conditioning lessons or Veena’s routine, pole work (with focus on lower body lines, pointed toes).
Saturday: upper body/core, cardio, hooping, freestyle, choreography.
Remember to warm up before you start and do some light stretches when your done. None of my workouts take more than a full hour and many take much less. The idea is to just do something everyday!
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Me and my childhood friend used to call this one “the farting pose” lol! 😂
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Yay Cazz! You finished the abs. And only 2? More days to go on the take off. You’re so close, I know you can finish this. 😆
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Today was supposed to be a back mobility day but in the spirit of listening to my body i did lower body instead. Veena’s hard core warm up followed by front splits routine. Actually had to leave before I finished the routine, we ran out the door to go see the partial solar eclipse!
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Today was my rest day! Went for a long walk with hubby and dog after the sun went down. It’s a clear night and the sky was full of stars. It’s only about 2 degrees Celsius (or 34 degrees Fahrenheit) here this evening, getting chilly. 🙂
