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Sorry, My error. I also only sort of watched the episode…
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To be fair, the video in question is more stripper style. However, the dancer in the video (nicole the pole williams) is actually incredibly skilled and does some very impressive moves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehcVomMexkY Titanic, Iron X
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I’m sorry to “beat a dead horse.” I knew that SV was not backed by any company. I am just tired of getting told lies by Kevin at PS. I do not like x-pole or lil mynx spin mechanism. I prefer poledanzer, but they do not make a removable 45 which is what I need at this point. I have bought 5 poles from them over the past 7 years, and only once has it been a smooth process. Every time something is wrong. And Kevin blames everyone but his company.
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This is my favorite studio in Vegas http://www.shinealternativefitness.com/
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I’m actually off that week!
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It’s a little more difficult to level it because it’s top loading and you definitely need a ladder to adjust, but once it’s up it’s actually in theory more stable than a bottom-loaded pole.
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I attached a pic so you can see. If you want to do this and need help, let me know. I can talk you through it.
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Our studio uses PS poles. We take the sleeves off and make them top loading so the screw is not in the way. Top loading means leave the base and the top plate where they are but flip the actual pole around so the screw goes into the top. PS poles are designed to work either way.
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Work on hamstring flexibility. And quad/ab strength…
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After a traumatic injury, like a fall or car accident- it’s not unheard of to have muscle soreness in other areas of the body. I’m feeling brain dead right now and can’t give you a good/well-researched explanation. I’d only be worried if it doesn’t go away after a few days.
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To be a pole instructor, you don’t have to be able to demonstrate every move; you just have to be able to break it down and explain well enough for people to understand and execute safely. And give helpful and encouraging criticism. (Like “point your fucking toes”) In the event you need to demonstrate a move you cannot personally perform, other people demonstrate certain moves for you- which is sometimes easier because you can explain what they’re doing while they’re doing it. In that sense, as you ‘get older and cannot move as well,’ you will still be able to teach because you will still have the knowledge and teaching skills you’ve already developed.
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iTac is incredibly slippy for me. I hate it.
Sometimes you can feel “slippy” and “sweaty” if you don’t have enough grip strength. Especially if NOTHING is working and you didn’t think you had sweaty hands to begin with. It was definitely the problem I had the first few years I poled! Then I started grip training and noticed I wasn’t slipping as much. I would give it a try 3 days a week for 2-3 weeks and see if you notice a difference…Not much to lose.
http://www.amazon.com/Grip-Pro-Trainer-Resistance-Strength/dp/B0043SGJHS/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1406221043&sr=8-10&keywords=grip+strength This is what I used.
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I am going to be honest and say I did not read all the responses… so sorry if I’m repeating. I’ve been teaching for several years and most of my students struggle with the butterfly handstand. Finding the right balance is difficult, scary, and takes a lot of trust that you will be able to stabilize yourself. It’s not necessarily a strength issue…
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What size pole do you use? My hands hurt pretty badly after a 38 but not at all after a 50. I’m fairly certain it’s because I am able to grip tighter on the 38. It’s also possible you’re using too much grip aid? I generally just run my hands under cold water for a few minutes if they’re really raw.
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Stage poles are generally wobbly. That’s just physics…
I’m sorry you’re having issues with the screws. They recently redesigned their poles so there is not much feedback the screw together joints yet. Sometimes the things these pole companies come up with take an engineering degree to figure out!
I know this might be a dumb question, but you have tightened the screws all the way and you’re sure they are in proper alignment?
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I’d still give it a try. Xpole will tell you the same thing.
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Have you attempted the “broomstick” method (I use a metal rod or pvc piping) This is the best video I could find of it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2M3jmHUosR0
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Are you trying to get it in or out? Because it looks pretty well in?
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I prefer it without holding my top foot. If I hold my foot, it feels like my knee is going to pop off. So it is possible. I think most people call that a bird though.
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I got confused and I lied. Sorry. It was 180 and we split it among 3 people. Worth it though. The workshops were all 85.
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Verticali- I booked one for a friend’s bday in 2012- it depends on instructors- they set their own price. I booked with Jamilla for 85$ but there were people charging upwards of 150. (Jamilla ended up not coming and we had estee instead and it was wonderful.) Even though it’s way more than the workshops, it’s totally worth it. The personalization makes it so much more worthwhile than taking multiple workshops that aren’t quite what you’re looking for.
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I recently switched to a 38. I have never gotten blisters so badly from pole… It’s so much easier to use, but I can’t pole for a long enough time because my hands hurt too badly! Does anyone else have that problem?
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I’m in Cle and have a 38 stainless… Not sure if that helps, but I’m always looking for pole buddies.
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Also, I must say I have a shoe obsession. Seriously, ask me anything… i have an opinion on everything and have had over 20 pairs of dance shoes in my pole career…
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I want to say I agree pleaser>>ellies as far as breaking goes. However, any blinged shoes I’ve gotten from pleaser have had multiple rhinestones fall out within the first use. I avoid that on purpose. My current favorites are pleaser delight 1018 style. I pretty much love anything open toed. I’m a 6.5. A 6 is snug and my toes go over, a 7 is slightly too big but it fits the length of my foot. I get inserts to make them more snug. http://www.target.com/p/fab-feet-ball-of-foot-black-3-pack/-/A-15034742#prodSlot=medium_1_12&term=fabfeet For closed toes shoes, because pleaser is SO narrow, I go up even another size (8) and use point shoe toe cushions to fill up empty space/decrease pain. http://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/style_GEL.html
