untamedshrew
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Hey Jasmin! I just got back from a week in Manhattan, I’ll need a week’s sleep to recover! ANd my credit card needs to recover, too! I tried to attend a pole class there at Exotic Dance something or other, it’s around 32nd and Madison or 5th. Wecome to SV!
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I kinda did it! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
I tried it last night with the hubby spotting me for the first time ever- so that was kinda scary! I’ve never felt I needed a spotter before, but now the moves are getting crazy! Anyways, I was able to get my legs off the pole a couple times. But here’s my next question: should I work on getting my legs straight or split fisrst-does it matter? Okay, I just looked up the move on wikipole and realized I should have had my butt sticking out instead of having myu hips against the pole- I bet will make it easier! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
Back to the pole! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif
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First, Venna-
I also TOTALLY loved the Gimmee More vid! That and the JT My Love one were my inspiration when I started poling! Don’t ever delete them!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_evil.gif
Second, Glitter-
I so want to go into business with you! Unless of course my meditation and therapy retreat/backpacking expedition leading/woodworking/organic garden business takes off! I LOVE the multi-purpose business ventures! Can we sell fudge and do yoga as well? And maybe sell organic earth friendly beauty products? And since I’m a social worker and work on a crisis line, maybe I could do some counseling, too! You come in and get a cupcake and a makeover, learn to pole, and get the guts to leave your loser boyfriend! I live near Detroit, so I could totally commute to Chicago! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif -
I hear ya! When I started poling a year ago, I couldn’t do much on the pole for months because I was overweight and lacked muscles. Any upper body work will help. I found "girlie" pushups (on the knees) helpful in the beginning, as well as all sorts of free weight stuff. Of course any work you can do on the pole will help you do more on the pole (kinda funny how that works!) Just keep plugging away and you’ll get stronger. Nearly a year ago I couldn’t hold myself in a spin very long, and now I can caterpillar, butterfly and air invert- and my shoulder mount is almost presentable. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif
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Yes, if you doing the forearm grip that can make a big difference for you to feel more stable. So.. your not trying to do the forearm grip with your arm directly in front of you body line but to the side. Does that make sense? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
Thnx V! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_salut.gif
I got it straight in my head, now let’s see if my body gets it! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_scratch.gif
I’ll try tonight!
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Veena, so your body should be off to the same side as your higher hand?
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I just got back from a week working in Manhattan, where I poled all over: Street signs, brass poles holding up canopies in front of fancy hotels(excellent for poling, always well polished!), Park Avenue, Central Park. I couldn’t help myself, I missed my pole!! My co-worker was a tad uncomfortable being my photograopher, I had to buy her a few drinks. I got some interesting looks and comments and hopefully a few good pics for my profile!
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Azzwoo- LOVE that pic!
My husband got embarrassed last weekend when I started poling on a tree at our campsight. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_redface.gif
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I’ve got a platinum stage. I second Veena- make sure it’s weighted down with sandbags or something inside the stage. Floorwork is almost impossible cuz you only have two feet around the pole. Just be aware when mounting and dismounting that your feet will be on the floor a foot lower than your hands or head on the stage, it’s a minor adjustment I can make switching back and forth to permanent mounts. Other than that, I can totally rock out on mine, and I weighed over 150 when I started poling last year. Height is really no problem, just start a little lower with some things, and you can caterpillar by letting your upper body slide back down.
Oh, and when you do fall off the pole, it ends up being a little worse cause you’ll probably fall off the stage afterward. So… don’t fall!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif
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You could try being honest but vague or evasive. Perhaps tell her it’s from "vertical dancing" or working out and change the subject (without seeming nervous). I can divert a question by laughing and making a joke and then steering the conversation away. Like "Ha ha, looks like I was beaten, huh? (insert funny story about someone else who questioned bruises)". Or "I bruise so easily! (insert story about a time you hurt yourself working out)". Or "I’m such a klutz, I hurt myself sitting still!" The trick is to take control of the conversation. Just remember that it’s nothing to be embarrassed about, some people are just closed minded and not worth the hassle. Good luck!
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As my instructor says, if it hurts you’re doing it right!
I’ve got "extras" on my thighs, mostly fat, but turning to loose skin the more I pole! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
The extras, or lack of strength, probably make the burn a little worse. I think the trick is to try not to let the pole "grab" your skin and pull it. That means holding on for dear life!
Invest in Arnica gel, it’s great for buising!
ANd repeat this mantra daily:
Bruises are SEXY! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif -
Wilkommen!
I lived in Herzogenaurach, near Munchen 1990-1991. Beautiful country!
Guten tag! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif -
Rouge- LOL! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
How about doing some hip rolls and "peekaboos" when getting something from a low shelf at the grocery store?!
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If you wrap your cooling eye mask around your ankle (yeah for velcro!) so you don’t have to stop dancing just because you injured yourself…. you ARE a pole dancer! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif
I can’t stop now, I still have half an hour before I need to get ready for work! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif -
YES! YES! YES!
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I’m sure a hotel would offer HUGE discounts if we set up poles in a conference area and let some of them watch!
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Sounds like fun; but I’ll be in NYC that week https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif
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I second that! Amazing progress!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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You may be a pole dancer if you took the furniture out of the guest room to make a pole room and your company has to sleep on the couch! LOL….I actually did that! LMAO https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
I’d do that if I had the spare room. My oldest is 16; his room will become the pole studio when he’s gone. I may have to encourage him to go away to college! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
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You may be a pole dancer if you get ceiling height envy!
Little C and your 9ft ceilings…grrrr!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
I’m so busted!
https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif I almost convinced my husband to move our bed against a drafty doorwall window so I could get 2 more feet of pole on the high celing side of the room. He convinced me I wouldn’t be able to bear the cold, d@mn his logic! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_evil.gif -
Yoga- LMAO! I think I’ve got the bug! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
I am not a "girlie girl"; my shoes are more function than fashion. I have 3 pairs of hiking boots, 4 tennies, 3 casual shoes, 3 sandals, 2 work flats, and only 2 pairs of heels: a low heel for weddings and such and my 5 inch pleasers (and I’ve got my eyes on some knee highs). Perhaps I could find a platform hiking boot for tree dancing?
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If you are proud of your bruises, you may be a pole dancer.
If you can’t find shorts that are short enough, you may be a pole dancer.
If you spend more time watching women pole dance than the man in your life, you may be a pole dancer.
If you hear a song and immediately rate it for pole compatability, you may be a pole dancer.
If you have spent any amount of time trying to convince someone that pole dancing is different than stripping, you may be a pole dancer. -
Thanks for the positive feedback everybody! I’ve never written a letter to an editor before, but I was just so mad! I was so excited to be in the newpaper and on the news I had my kids watching for my clips. Then there are people accusing me of immorality, I couldn’t not respond- especially for my kids’ sake. People will lose their ignorance only through education; we can all be teachers!
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Spinny titanium!
Hmm.. maybe I should try spinny, I think I’d puke, but why not? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_puke_r.gif
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OMG! The CEO of my agency called to let me know my letter to the editor defending my morality to the uptight bitty that started all the drama was published! I was nervous, but his only complaint was that I didn’t wear my Common Ground t shirt to promote the agency! God I love my job right now!
https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gifDear Editor,
I am deeply offended by the letter attacking pole dancing as lewd and immoral. I am a typical pole dancer.
I am a 38 year old married mother of three. I work full time helping people in crisis. I chose a career helping others rather than for personal gain. I garden. I recycle. I enjoy reading and backpacking. I don’t litter. I harm the environment as little as possible. I rarely drink. I don’t break the law.
I pole dance for fun and fitness. In less than a year, pole dancing has helped me to lose two dress sizes, and lower my blood pressure and cholesterol. I’m stronger and more flexible.
My dancing is less risque than the routines on Dancing With the Stars, and my clothing is less revealing as well. Can pole dancing be sensual or seductive? Sure. So can walking down the street.
This weekend, I will be volunteering in a river conservation effort, planting crops, shopping for curtain rods and native plants, and working out at Wonder Women Pole Studio. Please don’t accuse me of harming the community.
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I am a child of the 70s and 80s, so of course I loved Michael Jackson, who didn’t? I remember volunteering to babysit at a house that had MTV (still new then) so I could watch the world premier of his Thriller video. Truly gifted dancer, singer, magically entertaining.
Unfortunately it was his troubles that overshadowed his talents for the past decade or so. Whether or not he was sexually inappropriate with children, he had inappropriate relationships with them. It is a sad testament to the power of celebrity that parents continued to allow their children to sleep at his house after the first court case. Not trying to tarnish his name, just need to express the sadness I feel for the human race.
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50 is the standard. I’ve heard 45 is good for smaller hands but makes holding on with legs more difficult.
