kasanya
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No, it’s not at all like that. You start leaning back on both elbows with one leg straight and the other bent (sort of a reclining passe position). Then you sweep the straight leg across like you’re going to do a floor fan kick, add a clockwork leg partway through, and end in a reclining straddle. Or something like that. I’m at work ATM and going from memory. =)
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I already feel like 7 inch platforms look like bricks on the ends of girls' legs. Why would anybody ever want to go higher? o_O
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I've ordered two poles from here. One shipped to Ottawa and one to Edmonton. My experience both times can be summed up as "fast and easy". Happy poling! =)
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That's why I suggested alternative ways to exit from the V-invert position. It takes a LOT of strength and control to safely go from that inverted position back to standing.
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Have you tried doing it in reverse? ie. Go up into a basic invert, then release your legs into the V- invert position while focusing on keeping your back / shoulder blades properly engaged.
To exit, you could either return to the basic invert or hold the V-invert position while you slide down to the floor (harder). It's probably not a good idea to release down to standing until you're confident enough to go straight up into V invert since that particular exit takes a lot of strength and control.
If you're nervous about doing even that, you could try doing a basic invert and then slide nearly all the way down to the floor before going into the V-invert position. Knowing you're only inches from the floor should help circumvent the fear.
Good luck!
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I went to Home Depot and bought a silicone-based lubricating spray. Been using it for nearly 4 years without any problems.
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Great routine! You danced that beautifully. =)
The only thing that jumped out at me as stripper-ish, as opposed to sensual, was a couple times you did back bends and gave the camera crotch shots. I’m not sure where the audience was sitting in relation to the camera, so maybe they got a different view during those moves… Lol… Anyway, one of the things to be aware of when you’re choreographing is what the best angle is for presenting each trick.
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Search on YouTube for the series of videos KTCoates posted of the Sahrmann exercises. They're a progression of ab exercises designed for women post-pregnancy, so they start out super easy and build up gradually. Hopefully those help! =)
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Oh, and pilates is great! (Duh, how did I manage to forget that?) Just make sure you're taking classes from someone that's done a full certification program through a reputable studio.
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You could try looking for any kind of aerial circus classes. Gymastic strength training classes would also be quite good if they're available in your area (try checking out https://www.gymnasticbodies.com/ to get an idea what that's about). Kettlebell classes might be good too? I don't have personal experience with them, but they're supposed to build lean functional strength rather than bulky gym muscles. Good luck!
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Oh, it's also not a bad idea to have a day that's completely a rest day, especially when you're still getting used to working out. For example:
Week 1: Day 1, Day 2, Rest, Day 1, Day 2, Rest, Rest
Week 2: Day 1, Day 2, Day 1, Rest, Day 2, Day 1, Day 2
Week 3: Rest, Day 1, Day 2, Day 1, Day 2, Rest, Rest
Week 4: Day 1, Day 2, Day 1, Day 2, Day 1, Day 2, Rest
Week 5: Repeat
Week 6: Repeat
etc.
Good luck with your new workout regimen! =)
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Good suggestions here so far. The one thing I noticed that hasn't been commented on yet is that you've put down "stretching for splits" on both your workout days and your "off" days. You will probably find that is too much. The body needs rest days in between intense flexibility training sessions just like it needs rest days between strength training sessions. I would suggest saving your deep stretching sessions for your "off" days.
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Hm, that's an interesting thought. I'm actually right handed, so I would normally assume my right side is stronger than my left side… but… I partially separated my right shoulder way back when I started pole dancing, so I tend to be left dominant when I pole. That might explain why my injury is showing up on the right side when you ladies are getting the problem on the left.
Thank you so much for the input! I think I'll try modifying my conditioning exercises so I'm doing separate reps for each side (ie. left hand rows then right hand rows) rather than both sides at the same time.
If anyone else has any thoughts, please please post them. I will gladly take all the ideas I can get at this point.
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Yeah, I'm with the last couple of ladies. I would say I "have" a move when I can nail it consistently when I try to do it. I would say I've "mastered" a move when I can incorporate it into dancing without too much thought.
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Wow, I totally want that living room! =D
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Since we're on the subject of online pole lessons, has anybody checked out the new ones from Tantra Fitness? The sample lessons look pretty good, but I really dislike the fact I can't even browse what's available without buying a subscription. I'm also wondering how often they're going to add new content, but it's probably too early to tell with them yet.
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@Steffie – Also, just to clarify, Cherished was talking about the Premier Pole Online lessons when she mentioned the dark clothing on a dark background.
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Sparrow's original description sounds like a dismount I learned at B&P. I use it in the middle of my May 2012 Challenge video on a spinny pole, but it can be done on static too (I learned it that way, actually). Is that the move you're asking about?
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I really like Rhiannan Nicole's online lessons, but she definitely hasn't been sticking to her weekly publishing schedule. They've been really, really sporadic (ie. she posted a bunch in August, then another batch a month ago, and only one since then). I've been contemplating cancelling my subscription with her and just signing back up for a month here and there to check what's new.
I'm not familiar with PoleAndAerial.com, so I can't comment on those lessons.
Veena's lessons are fantastic for learning individual pole tricks and transitions. She also provides really good stretching and strength training videos.
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Look up "KTCoates Sahrmann" videos on YouTube. It's a series of exercises specifically for rehabbing your abs after pregnancy. Those will help you get ready for pole!
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I expect it will be super unstable. I ended up taking down my 9 foot (A+B+250mm+200mm) 45mm X-Pert because it felt unsafe. I replaced it with a 9 foot (A+B+500mm) 50mm original X-Pole which feels much more stable, I think in part because it's thicker and in part because I'm using fewer extensions.
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I've actively taken classes at 8 studios and done drop-in's at another 2 studios.
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Here's a whole bunch of core exercises you can work on with no equipment:
http://www.physioadvisor.com.au/8295750/abdominal-strengthening-exercises-core-exercises.htm
I also highly recommend KTCoates's "Sahrmann Exercise" videos on YouTube.
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You should look on StripperWeb. I browse over there on occasion and remember reading a thread once about university degrees and careers. It was very interesting.
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I'll take my pole down for a variety of reasons. Routine maintenance is one of them. Maintenance generally means lubricating the joints on my old style X-Poles with silicone spray. I might also take it down if I want to swap it out for a different pole, since I have a couple which are different sizes. Sometimes I take it down so I can take it with me somewhere (ie. going home for Xmas). On rare occasion, I might take it down just because I want the floor space for something.
I don't take mine down for company, but I know a lot of girls do.
