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Don't suppose anyone knows if there's an equivalent product to corn huskers lotion in Australia? heard so many good things about it, would love to try it.
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I always wondered this a bit too… the spinning tip is awesome – I'll definitely notice if i do it now!
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Empyrean – I think your last point about the relationship between teacher and student is probably the most important one. I guess there's been many opinions in this post and a good teacher would probably know (or have a decent feel for) which way each student might go and that would make all the difference. In this case, that it was a sub is probably part of what I find so awful about it. But I've never heard 'thick' used in a way that wasn't at least somewhat of a putdown either…. maybe it's used differently in Australia so I perceive it differently? (A bit like 'pissed' can mean drunk OR angry in Australia and yet in other places it only means angry. )
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Unfortunately weight is a highly stigmatized thing and something many people struggle with but since we 'can' change it (unlike height) those people are sometimes judged. It's a result of that sort of hostile environment that creates a sensitivity. In addition to that, while we may all be grownups, bullying and just plain meanness (I have no idea if thats a word :P) are still a huge issue amongst adults. Just look at the issues in workplaces these days! Many people are taking pole to assist with fitness, weight management and self-esteem…. which makes me think a little sensitivity is especially important. IF that were the only thing stopping the student then it may be right to tell the student ('may' because I really wouldn't think it is for a sub to do) but perhaps a better phrase than 'thick' and done in private, preferably after the class would strike me as the more tactful and productive way to approach it. It is, I think, less likely to produce the negative effects or humiliate a student and more likely to make the student feel supported and perhaps even inclined to keep working towards the solution instead of just never wanting to go back and ending up missing out on that hour a week (or however much it may be) of physical activity and fun.
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My xpole has had no issues with the ceiling etc. Was careful to get it very straight and under a beam and have only tightened it three times since November! (Has been used 3x per week on average) But I hope you don't cut anything down. You never know what's coming…. you may need a tall pole one day so better to get a different extension! (I'm about to have to order one to make mine reach 12 foot…. When I bought it in November I never would've guessed I'd be having to do that now)
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If anyone described any part of my anatomy as 'on the thicker side' I'd be humiliated. Even to say 'different body types find different moves harder or easier' would've been a lot better. But 'thick' I would interpret that as 'you've got fat thighs'…. it might be true but no one needs it pointed out in a class! I think the instructor maybe needs a bit more tact 🙂
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And I would love to hear what to do when it’s tighter in the hip flexors…. If I could get those to let go I’d be there 🙁
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I'm having exactly the same problem lately so it's nice to know it's not just me.
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I think higher aluminum concentration gives it higher sweat blocking abilities. However I don’t think we have the same sort of range of these products in Australia. So happy to hear it’s working for you! 😀
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Before I could run my PT had me doing elliptical – the challenge is there without the impact and when you’ve lost the weight and can run You’ll probably find you can run way more. That said I’m only meant to do one long run per week – the rest is intervals as it burns more calories (the intervals still let my long runs get longer and longer). Keep doing whatever you safely can, you’ll be thankful for that soon enough I bet 🙂
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I started on a 38 but have a 45 at home. I LOVE my 45. For me it feels more solid, I find my grip strength has developed faster and I just sort of have better grip in general (both brass so shouldn't make a difference there). I find I now have the ability to either hold and stay in one spot OR slide down at a controlled speed (which I couldn't on the 38 – wonder if I could now but not going back to class for a couple more months). And while my strength has come a long way…. I just find inverts feel more secure on the 45 (more pole = more skin on pole?). And I just generally feel way more comfortable with it. Had I gone 50 I think I'd be uncomfortable. It's a tough choice but if this helps anyone (since I know 38's aren't that common yet) then that's awesome 🙂
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Handy to have this answer because I know sometimes I don't get the key in fully and I don't realise straight off (not sure how so I try to be especially careful now but still happens sometimes) so by the time I do the damage is done – and I've found it doesn't take heaps to stuff this sort of thing up! 🙁
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Assuming it’s similar to Australia – older places. Were looking at the moment and I’m desperate not to move into something newish unless we build (so I can ask for high ceilings!). My place currently is about 12 years old and I cam touch the ceiling standing on the ground.
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Have you tried the lessons here? I’m finding the strength work to be exceptionally effective. And if you live any part of your life as though you’re just waiting for the next flare up what kind of life will you have? I’m not sure if you’d be asking if some part of you didn’t want to continue so perhaps some good instruction and support from others (both of which I’ve seen in abundance here even tho I’m quite new!) would help? Good luck whatever you decide! 🙂
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Persevere – Driclor did the same to me…. then it worked (and beyond a few weeks, I've never had to use it again!) 🙂 I used it for my underarms so no experience with the moisturiser issue but I believe dry skin can be as bad as sweaty skin. Try it out, see how you go? I've seen some of the nivea moisturisers recommended around here quite often and as soon as I work what the Australian equivalent of the ones recommended are I'm definitely going to give it a shot! Witht he wrong moisturiser though, I imagine it'd be problematic.
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I've been finding this problem, in fact sometimes they won't start playing at all. But I read somewhere to try pause then play or going to the next video then go back and I'm finding that works quite well so if you haven't tried it, maybe that will help too? 🙂
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As far as I know (and I’m sure someone here would know better) I thought all spinny poles could be stationary as well? I could be very wrong tho. I agree with everyone that pretty much says safety first. I find upside down terrifying enough but at least I know my pole won’t let me down!
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With the advice of my instructor I chose brass because I had loads of trouble with grip – I was either so tight I couldn’t slide when I needed to or so slippy I just slipped off! I think it all depends on the individual and your own environment but prior to getting my pole and starting to get some grip I was getting pretty miserable and discouraged and that outweighed any extra strength I built (i don’t think it gave me much extra strength to be honest).
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I have the brass xpole xpert set up on floating wooden foorboards. Not quite the same as hardwood floors but close I'd say and I have had no issues. There has been no damage to anything.
The xpole is easy to put together. The only hard part I found was finding the beam in the ceiling and then getting it perfectly straight. But I had someone help me and I generally leave it up in the one spot unless I want to take it somewhere else. When it's in it's usual spot I rarely even have to tighten it which I find awesome.
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My pole is in a small cramped home gym. I have to pull a rower out and fold up a treadmill everytime I use it and I definitely can’t extend fully in any direction. BUT I can still practice whenever I want and dint find much i outright can’t do. What I’m trying to say is that whatever space you have you can most likely use and while it may not be ideal it’s way better than no pole!
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Perhaps you could visit another doctor? It very much sounds like yours didn’t really care? And I can’t imagine why he/she wouldn’t be happy to help a patient who is trying to do some form of exercise!
I used a thing like antiperspirant from my chemist for my underarms years ago. But it went on before bed every night for a few weeks to stop the sweating. Was very effective and may well work on hands. Have you asked a pharmacist about the problem? Good luck!! 🙂
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Firstly – I am NOT saying I find this site to be biased.
BUT if it were, so what? This is on the internet and there are LOTS of sites and opinions to be found. Anyone buying a pole of any type would, I hope, do quite a bit of exploring and see many different opinions, demonstrations etc before making a decision. They would probably even look at the individual companies websites (which are totally biased by the way. all the x-pole website does is talk about x-poles, omg! :P). And this site is not primarily about the sale of anything but lessons.
Additionally, why would I support America? I live in Australia. None of the companies are based here (as far as I know). And there seem to be plenty of other non-americans on here too. Hopefully this sort of comparison will simply encourage all companies to improve their products in one way or another and as a result we will all benefit. Healthy competition is a good thing.
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It’s definitely worth saving and getting the right thing. I looked at a chrome xpole and after being told that I’d regret it, waited and saved for brass (and it had to spin cos that’s what I learn on and love!). It was expensive and I had to wait but better than spending $400 then regretting it and needing another $700 (Australian prices :(). And I’m a lot in love with it, rarely even needs tightening! Hope you can save fast and get something awesome that you’ll love for a long time to come! 🙂
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I don’t hesitate to tell people I’m learning pole dance. No one has judged me or assumed I’m a stripper or that there’s anything untoward because they know me. If they thought otherwise clearly they don’t know me and so I honestly wouldn’t care. And when I’m ready, if the only place I can get out and dance is a stripclub I will (so long as I cam keep my clothes on). If that’s where the poles are I’m in. I guess I just wonder why you’re so concerned about what everyone else thinks? What’s wrong with dancing in a stripclub so long as you can keep your clothes on (if you want to that is!) and it’s not super seedy? And don’t you think that maybe you have the power to help change people’s perceptions about pole dancing by being open about it and maybe getting some of your friends to give it a shot? Just some thoughts, I hope you get whatever opportunities you’re looking for 🙂
