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Your Welcome!! It’s so fun…my daughter turned me onto this one a few years ago!
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Polers are from Venus, candy is from Mars, laugh all you want but VICTORY IS OURS!!!
LOVE IT!!! LOL
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YAY!!! So glad the outcome was a positive one!! Go Mars!!
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I don’t know about anyone else but I feel this is NEWS WORTHY!! Here is the e-mail for FOX news mailto:newsmanager@foxnews.com It’s boycott time on Mars M&M’s!!
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I had to jump on this band wagon!! I was absolutely appalled when I read what happened!! My GF had a few words as well because her little 4 year old grand daughter pretends to be MS. GREEN M&M thinking it’s okay to act like that….at FOUR YEARS OLD! but when she sees me pole she asks if she can exercise too! lol Any who, myself along with several professional women in the community have sent e-mails as well!! They messed with the WRONG FOLKS!! Nice job everyone!
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WELCOME!!!!!
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WELCOME ABOARD!!!!
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That pic ROCKS!!! LOVE IT!! Talk about creative!!
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I had a Hysterectomy in 1994(vaginal hyst). I was working as a charge nurse in long term care, lots of heavy lifting etc. I couldn’t lift for 2 months then had to resume slowly. One thing I can say is that I was able to do more after healing than before my surgery. Just give your body time and follow your Doctor’s instructions. You will be able to do floor work ie: the very basics and a few simple spins after a few months depending on whether the go vaginally or through the abdomen (vaginal heals faster). Anyway, you’ll be back at it in no time!!! Good Luck to you!! Sending warm *HUGZ* your way!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cool.gif
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HI!! and WELCOME!! I’m 54, will be 55 in Dec.
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My nickname came from Carl Eller, #81 tight end from the Minnesota Vikings….WAY back in 1970! LOL I was dating his cousin that was living with him at the time…he called me that because I was so tiny! (everyone was bigger than me back then!! haha!)
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I would seriously look at building your arms, shoulders and traps.
Is that second picture you or your "ideal"? If it is not you, you may not have the genetics to have an "hourglass" figure. I know I don’t and no matter how "skinny" I get, it will never happen.
Do you have a gym you belong to? I would get with a professional trainer and let them know your current workout and what your goals are and then go from there.
Chemgoddess is right, you need to build some traps but also the taper comes from building your lats! That’s how I balance my body out (it gives you that tiny waist appearance)…otherwise I have that no curve look lol, I took some tips from Ava Cowan an IFBB Figure pro.
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I am also self taught, there are NO STUDIOS anywhere in this state. I learned from Veena, then Studio Veena. As with anything else if you are motivated and safety conscious you will not have problems if you have a good resource or tools available. Studio Veena’s lessons are the best I’ve seen, and because she is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer definitely knows how to teach proper form and technique. I am involved in Bodybuilding, and most if not all the training for contest prep is done online…it is up to me to do it the way they tell me to prevent injury.
My feelings as a "retired" nurse are as follows, you can teach someone anything properly, but is is still up to the individual to do it the way it was taught/explained. I say this because I had to give patient discharge instructions after Ortho surgery, not all were compliant…that was their responsibility. So basically the old adage stills applies….you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink…this is also true of classes, not everyone is going to do as you say. Now having said that, I’m not advocating a person should not take classes, by all means! if you have a studio available and can afford it. I don’t have that kind of money so even if there were one here I would not be able to do that. Studio Veena offers me an affordable SAFE alternative, and I am EXTREMELY grateful for this site!!
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Studs/stringers (studs if there’s a floor above the ceiling, stringers if there is an attic/roof) I have done construction and they are spaced every 16 inches in the US.
Once you find out which way they are running then you can measure out from a wall.
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I have an advocate at S.C.O.R.E regarding business and also have spoken with the SBA (Small Business Administration), and excellent resource they gave me to help me was legalzoom.com It does all the foot work and legal research for you and can answer all your questions. Whether you need to be a DBA, LLC, or INC. I went through them because I have the expertise of attorneys and lawyers that I do not have to pay for out of pocket (saved me $1000!), they also file all of your paperwork for you in your state.
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I just got my 45mm x-pole sport today, my niece and I put it up…it made such loud creaking noise! I took it apart and did it again…same thing, it was so loud! It was really loud when I would spin or stretch, I called x-pole because we did everything right and by the book, the noises were coming from the joint and the base. Spoke with Chad at x-pole, he asked how much distance I had between the nut and the rod hole…well I knew that wasn’t the prob cause it was only 3 inches overall…he said that sometimes they are not lubed well in manufacturing…so he said to use engine gunk on it but absolutely NO WD40! and if I have any probs after that to call them back and they will replace the joints. I have to wait til tomorrow to get the lube stuff…so FRUSTRATING!!!
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Your WELCOME!!! Now get your butt on that POLE!!!! Happy poling hun!!!
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Hey girl! I just spoke with a friend who manages rental properties…he stated that unless your drilling holes or altering the structure you DON’T need to ask permission, it it no different that putting a piece of furniture in your house. His advice is don’t bother because it will be NO because of personal preference not due to anything legal. Hope that helps! He said PUT THAT POLE UP!! LOL https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
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Love the scenery! Utah is gorgeous, I was there when I was 19…loved it!
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I have absolutely NO DANCE or ATHLETIC background, and I didn’t start poling until I was 51!! I couldn’t do a lot of stuff but I started slow and took advice and just had fun with it…the more I did it the more comfortable I got. I didn’t do any spins until almost 6 months after I started because I was just working on my balance and core strength…please don’t give up!!! The ladies are right! I still use Veena’s lessons, I refer to them frequently…I often review the beginning ones as they help with breaking down the others and understanding how it all comes together…Hey if I can do it and I’m now 54!! YOU CAN TOO!!! HUGZ!!!
p.s. There is still a lot I can’t do, but it’s ok I have plenty of time to try!! ENJOY!!! -
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Wishing you all the best…party hardy and ROCK that pole girl!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_compress.gif
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I’m sure everyone is busy with the holiday…but I’m desperate to get feed back regarding the new x-poles! I need to purchase a new pole to use July 8th…so I’ll try again…HELP!!
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Here is the latest info from The MAYO Clinic…These are medical based facts..
Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff ?Most women have cellulite — fat that appears as dimpled skin on their thighs, hips and buttocks. Though not a serious medical condition, cellulite can be unsightly, and it may make you self-conscious when wearing shorts or a swimming suit.
Many cellulite treatments, including massages or cellulite creams, advertise remarkable results. But unfortunately, most of these treatments don’t live up to their claims. So is there anything you can do about cellulite?Symptoms
Cellulite looks like dimpled or bumpy skin. It’s sometimes described as skin with a cottage cheese or orange-peel texture. Cellulite ranges in severity. Mild cases can only be seen when the skin is pinched — the dimpling appears in the pinched skin. More-severe cases make the skin appear rumpled and bumpy with areas of peaks and valleys. Cellulite is most common around the thighs and buttocks, but it can be found on the breasts, lower abdomen and upper arms as well.
When to see a doctor
Cellulite isn’t a serious medical condition and treatment isn’t necessary. In fact, many doctors consider cellulite a normal occurrence. However, if you’re concerned about the appearance of your skin, see your doctor or a dermatologists
Causes
Cellulite is caused by fibrous connective cords that connect the skin to the underlying muscle. The cords tether the skin to deeper structures, with the fat lying in between. As the fat cells accumulate, they push up against the skin, while the long, tough cords are pulling down. This creates an uneven surface or dimpling.Risk factors
Cellulite is much more common in women than in men. In fact, the majority of women — at least eight out of 10 — have some degree of cellulite. This is because fat is typically distributed in women in the thighs, hips and buttocks — common areas for cellulite. In addition, cellulite is more common with aging, when the skin loses some of its elasticity.
Weight gain can make cellulite more noticeable, but cellulite may still be present in lean individuals. It tends to run in families, so genetics may play the biggest role in whether you develop cellulite.
Other factors that may increase your chances of having cellulite include:
Stress
An inactive lifestyle
Using hormonal contraceptives
Preparing for your appointment
Because appointments can be brief, and because there’s often a lot to cover, it’s a good idea to be well prepared for your appointment. Preparing a list of questions will help you make the most of your appointment. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For cellulite, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:
What is the best course of action?
What are my treatment options and the pros and cons for each?
What will the treatments cost? Does medical insurance cover these costs?
What results can I expect?
What kind of follow-up, if any, should I expect?
Treatments and drugs
Weight loss
Weight loss — through healthy diet and regular exercise — is probably the most beneficial cellulite treatment. Losing pounds and strengthening muscles in your legs, thighs and buttocks can improve the appearance of the dimpled skin. The benefits of weight loss alone are limited, however. Though the cellulite may be less noticeable after weight loss, it won’t go away completely.
Lasers and radiofrequency systems
Perhaps the most promising medical therapy is lasers and radiofrequency systems. One system uses combined negative tissue massage, radiofrequency and infrared light to treat cellulite. The other system delivers combined tissue massage with diode laser energy. Both systems offer improvements to cellulite after a series of several twice-weekly treatments. Results may last up to six months.
Liposuction ineffective
Some people may turn to liposuction as a treatment for cellulite. During liposuction, a surgeon inserts a narrow tube under your skin through tiny incisions, and then suctions out fat cells. Though liposuction can shape the body, it won’t remove cellulite, and it may make the cellulite appear worse.
Alternative medicine
Many devices, products and creams claim to treat cellulite. But there is little or no scientific evidence to support these claims. If you do find a cellulite treatment that improves your skin, the results aren’t likely to last long term.
The following are a few of the many advertised cellulite treatments. Keep in mind that these treatments haven’t been proved effective in removing cellulite.
Vigorous massage. Some cellulite treatments are based on the concept that vigorous massage will increase blood flow, remove toxins and reduce excess fluid in cellulite-prone areas. One method in particular, Endermologie (also referred to as lipomassage), uses a hand-held machine to knead the skin between rollers. You may notice a slight improvement to your skin after this treatment, but the results are typically short-lived.
Mesotherapy. This procedure involves injecting a solution — which may contain a combination of aminophylline, hormones, enzymes, herbal extracts, vitamins and minerals — under the skin. This treatment can cause several unwanted effects, including infection, rashes, and bumpy or uneven skin contours.
Cellulite creams. Creams that contain a variety of ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts and antioxidants, are often marketed as the cure for cellulite. But no studies show that these creams offer any improvement. And in some cases, the ingredients in these products cause skin reactions or rashes.
Prevention
There is no way to prevent getting cellulite. Keeping off excess pounds and strengthening your muscles through regular exercise, however, can go a long way toward maintaining your skin tone and texture.Note that HYDRATION is also key to plumping the fat cell to decrease the dimpled appearance!
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AWESOME…Love your lessons!!
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Good Luck sweetie! I’m sure you’ll do just fine!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
