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Hello, that’s sound frustrating. I use to have issues with acid reflux in my 30s and it seemed to be related to postnasal drip or food allergy related as I don’t have it any more. There are a lot of options to enjoy pole that don’t require you do go upside down so exploring things like flow and movement can be a fun options. I have a class for this if you’re interested. Here are a few tips that might help you:

Avoid heavy abdominal work – Flow and movement style of pole might be a nice option, so you can avoid needed to invert. You’ll find abdominal work here that doesn’t require you to lay down which can help.

Avoid exercise 2–3 hours after eating.

Don’t drink too much liquid while you train.

Avoid holding your breath when lifting or straining, I cue this often in my tutorials.

Try fresh grated ginger in hot water – This helped me so much and I still use it to this day.

Hopefully it resolves itself soon, that medication can be hard on your body. xoxo

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The knee pads I recommend have been added to the equipment section!

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You can wait unless you really feel compelled to start learning floor work!

I’m going to be adding a brand of knee pads I like to the equipment list soon!

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You don’t have to wear heels or boots, it’s only required if you’re interested in the “How to dance in heels” program or other heel type pole work.

If you like the look of the boot that are on sale snag them now if you know you’re interested in dancing with heels. If you’re not sure you can always wait.

I suggest always learning new pole skills without heels first.

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Hang in there @GypsyPrincess Sounds like your body has been through a lot! 💜

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Hi there, I can assure you nothing is different about what you see in the trial or the free tutorials verses what you see when you’re a paid member, it’s all exactly the same. Perhaps you’re confusing my content with someone else you’ve seen in the past?

If you need more of a challenge than the beginner level work, send me a message and I can help you decide where to go. However, it sounds like if you can’t climb a pole yet, you need to start at the beginner level.

Which program are you using, if you’re not using a program, which level are you working through?

Most people do not use the discussions anymore as they have direct access to myself to ask questions making the discussions less used. I’ve also been around long enough when people search for something they get an answer so they don’t need to post a new discussion.

Have a great day, looking forward to helping you find the right place to start.

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Hello everyone, I’m back!

This episode 12. RANT discusses inverts by unraveling three misconceptions about learning to invert which are:

1. Falling is normal and part of the learning process. 2. Using a spotter is the only safe way to learn to invert.
2. Using a spotter is the only safe way to learn to invert.
3. Knee tucks and deadlifting is the first and only correct way learn your invert.

Here’s visual of my Invert progression: Instagram

Here’s a written list of my Invert progression:

Floor

Low

Controlled momentum

Controlled momentum chopper

Once a student can do a controlled momentum chopper, it’s time for them to work on the deadlift chopper which then leads to the following:

Deadlift chopper – Static first

Aerial invert – Static first

Spinning backwards

Spinning forwards

Here is the FREE link for my 20 Invert resources.

Here’s a FREE link where I’ve written down explanations about each of the 6 grips you can use for inverts, including who, as in what experience is needed along with the Pros and Cons of each grip.

Here’s the FREE video demonstrating the Side Pole Hold (Arm pit grip)

Here’s the link for my 30-day Invert program

Here’s the link for my teacher training course

Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

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Also you’ll see I’m working on pinning all of the “resource” discussions you’d be looking for! They will always be listed first from now on.

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Hey @witchypole I’ve been rolling the idea of an article section around in my head and I don’t think it’s the right solution to add more sections. I truly appreciate the suggestion and I understand your reasoning and I hope I’ve come up with a good solution for you and everyone else.

I will add any of the discussion links and info to the end of any program descriptions where it’s applicable.

For example, I’ve already added the Invert resources to the last day of my Invert program and day 7 of the Invert class. This will be an easy way for anyone to add these lists to their favorites. That way there’s no need to search through a list of articles or discussions, just add the video to your favorites!

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I agree! I actually wanted to add blister care tips into some of my program descriptions but got stuck on which ones to add it into. I’m glad you brought this to my attention again. I will provide the tips I have here, but I’ll be adding it into the curriculum descriptions as well once I figure out which programs to place it in! I’m open to suggestions.

Rip/tear treatment:

• Clean: Rinse the rip, gently remove any loose flap, using a small scissors or nail clipper.
• Protect: Apply a skin balm. I’ve recently seen that gymnasts and weight lifters use this product RIPT Quick Fix. I bet Dr Bronners magic balm might work too?
• Keep it supple: Reapply balm regularly (about hourly day 1–2) so the new skin doesn’t crack.

Prevention:

• Prevent daily: When you shower, bathe, wash dishes, or you can soak your hands 5-10 minutes in warm water – use a pumice stone and finish with balm, like Dr Bronners after. Bonus you can add Epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) to help with joint and muscle pain.
• Check training schedule: Avoid doing too many static rotations (spins) with the hands in one session. Learn your what your limits are and stick to it. This means if you’re following REPS in a program and you’re limit is under/less than, my suggested REPS abide by your limit! If you know you’re prone to blisters, split up your training so you have at least a day or two without any static rotations
• Balance moisture: Some grip aids will strip your hands of moisture causing better grip, but leaving you more prone to blisters!
• Try gloves: I believe there are several pole specific gloves available here are a few I know about: Mighty grip, Mipole, some sticky legging companies like Superflyhoney also offer gloves.
• Change your finish: The most blister inducing finish for me (I have cold, dry hands) is Brass. Powder coated can be bad, depending on the type, they’re not all the same, I had one power coated pole (it was a lil mynx custom made to sell here ages ago) that never caused calluses!!! Silicone and the rubber wraps can really take a toll on the hands. But any finish can be problematic for some.

I hope this was helpful, let me know if you have questions or if there’s something you would like more info on.

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Just checking in and reminding you to do your ab challenge. I skipped yesterday and probably today because we had some pretty crazy winds and one of my mirrors broke in the studio. I need to clean up the glass before I use the floor.

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Hehe clever 🥰

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That’s good!

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How’s every one doing so far? I took days off while my oldest son was visiting from Vegas. We did some beach time and paddle boarding. I’m planning on getting back to the challenge tomorrow.

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Nice! 😊

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Friendly accountability check! It’s ok if you’re on a different day.

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Sweet! 🍭

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Oh my gosh! Yes, please take it slow. Congrats on the little ones!!!!!!

I’m going to message you privately so we can keep an on going conversation about this.

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Ok then I wouldn’t suggest doing this challenge yet, you can always try it later on but for now it’s wise to address the diastasis recti first.

Would you like some guidance on this?

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Hi 👋 welcome! If you did not have any abdominal separation, all of the exercise exercises should be OK but listen to your body. If you had abdominal separation, let me know and I’ll provide alternatives.

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Hey, hey 👋 welcome

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Thank you and happy birthday! 🎂

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Hello and welcome. 🙂

As a total beginner start with the 30 day take off program. You don’t have to plan anything, I’ve done all the planning for you so all you need to do is start with day one.

If you want to know what is coming the next day, feel free to look ahead so you can plan your schedule. You’ll find the duration at the top of every description so you’ll know how much time is required for that day.

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Thank you! xoxox Happy to have you here.