tblue41945
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I do my Ayesha with split grip. It just feels more stable to me. I think it also depends on how you get into it. If you kick/cartwheel into it, twisted grip would probably work better.
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I started seeing a change in my upper body at about 3 months in. I’m 7 months in now and I have more definition in my shoulders and back than I’ve ever had. In general my body feels tighter. People have commented that I look thinner but I have actually gained a couple pounds.
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No drastic improvement but I’ll take every little bit I can get.
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I’m way overdue for an update. I’ll try to get a couple pics tonight.
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While we don’t have formal level tests, my teacher is very good about evaluating each student’s skill and ability before teaching tricks and she does a great job offering options and variations so no one feels left out in the process.
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Plus one for Pole Pressure. I take classes at Pole Pressure Richmond but occasionally Jessalynn comes down to participate and she pretty cool.
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I hadn’t thought about strapping them together. That’s a great idea. Thanks Lucca.
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The mattresses have a layer of polyester batting over the springs.
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I don’t remember off the top of my head. I’ll check when I get home.
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I forgot to mention I got the mattresses from Wal-Mart for $39 each.
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I also looked into buying foam. I found one that would hold up but then I still needed to get fabric to cover it and do the associated sewing and stuff. The crib mattresses saved time and money without sacrificing structure.
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I think foam would work. Most crash mats are foam, you just have to be careful of the type/density you get. Some foams compress or degrade over time.
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Oh. They are spring with a layer of padding.
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I put them on either side of the pole and they don’t move much but I do plan to get some foam and Velcro to make a connection fill in the gaps.
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+1 on the crib mattresses. I just bought a couple and they are working out well for me.
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Welcome! Like the others have stated, there are sensual, sporty and everything in between styles of poling. The important thing is to do what you like and are comfortable with. As far as what others think, that’s their problem.
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I know nothing about power lifting so I couldn’t give a reliable answer but I hope there’s no conflict and you get to enjoy poling.
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I’m still in. I had the flu over the holidays so my training suffered but I’m getting back into my routine this week.
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I also have ceiling fans in all my rooms but I’m fortunate in that even with the pole not centered in the room (still mounted against a joist) I can still squeak out enough room to move fairly freely. I do have to be cautious and conscious of my positioning when I do inverted poses that require leg extensions.
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Good deal! Enjoy.
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I’m looking forward to getting bigger arms. I think nice toned arms are sexy.
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Welcome Luna!
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I agree Missy. After struggling with a move at home I have gone to class and pulled off the same move with ease. Shoog – I’m also afraid of stunting my progress. I have more time to practice at home than in a studio.
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Depending on how much improvement I see with the 50, I may save up to get a 45.
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Thanks for all the responses ladies. Yeah Allyson I felt/feel the difference but I thought maybe it’s the finish, maybe it’s the air temperature, maybe I’m not focusing enough at home. I fell into a self made trap of thinking 5mm linear vs 5mm diameter. Doing the math definitely makes it clear.
