[Veena]

I think too many pole dancers take a break and then try and jump right back into where they were before. Big mistake, I think slow and steady, starting with basics is best, but that’s just how I roll….😎 It’s the whole reason I have the 30 day programs.

Please keep in mind the April challenge is not progressive and is not meant to take the place of proper instruction! ☔️

[Veena]

luvlee, you always want to focus on the spine as a whole, so yes, focusing on just the lower back is usually not necessary as this is often the easiest (not best) place to find mobility. I also have a curve in my low back and training has been wonderful for it. I use to have chronic back pain as a teen, in 20s and after kids, until I started training properly. I would ask your chiro why he feels training is not recommend because often it can help, then ask for suggestions for exercises that are appropriate for your back!

[Veena]

I’m excited, we already have people posting day 1! I wanted to share that we are fancy 🎀 and have a page for the challenge too, feel free to pass it on to friends. https://www.studioveena.com/svaprilabs

Don’t forget to follow both @studioveena and @kupmykakez to be eligible for the weekly giveaway!

[Veena]

A big fit ball is great and I used it a lot when first starting back bending. I would suggest using the 30 day’s to Flexy program, because it does focus on building the appropriate strength needed for back bending. I was never very naturally flexible when it comes to my spine so you’ll be learning what I’ve used to train myself.

[Veena]

Day 1! ☔️ – Knee Tuck, using side pole hold http://instagram.com/p/05gXG3JAZh/

Here’s the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5414fe69-a7f8-4f31-92fc-19130a9aa0eb
Perform 5-20 reps and 1-3 sets BOTH SIDES

While it may seem impossible or easy depending on your level of fitness, this is a foundational move for pole and should be part of your pole sessions. Learning how to properly hold the pole will save your shoulders and back! 💪 If lifting both feet off the floor is not yet possible keep one on the floor and lift the opposite until you become stronger. Exhale as you lift. 😤 Bottoms by @kupmykakez post your clip daily to win a weekly giveaway and don’t forget to follow them!!!🎉

[Veena]

Day 31! 🌈 #SVbackarch – Back Bend! Thank you to everyone who has supported these challenges, it makes the time and effort all worth it! 💜Thank you to those who have played along! 👯 March is a rough month for me, as I have lost both a sister and father in March at different times. I know if they could see my progress now, they would be proud! This may seem silly but I am adding these emoji’s, a rainbow to represent my sister 🌈 the cow, for my dad who’s passion was farming 🐄.

[Veena]

Deadlift twisted grip Handstand. http://instagram.com/p/03b1KZpAe6/

Here’s the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5519a74c-1fc4-47c1-84ac-6eee0a9aa0eb

[Veena]

Post a video for us, so we can see what is going on. 😊

[Veena]

99 for a year is not the only option either, however it’s the best! You can do $20 for a 30 day subscription or $35 for a 60 day subscription. You can cancel your subscription anytime and still have access to the full 30 or 60 days or if you don’t know how long you want them just keep the $20 per month subscription going. And yes ALL lessons are included when you purchase 😊

[Veena]

Do the best you can, please read all descriptions because you find info there. I will have multiple options for most levels. 😊

[Veena]

Day 30! 🌈 Closed Scorpio
http://instagram.com/p/01CK4xJAeb/

This Elite level move requires a high level of flexibility and control, please do the Scorpio if a close variation is not in your body vocabulary yet!

[Veena]

I haven’t had any issues with my fabric bothering my skin 😊I buy from http://www.aerialempowerment.com

[Veena]

With the Veena Method there’s always another option to work on 😎

[Veena]

Oh that was a great one! Thanks for sharing!

[Veena]

If you’re referring to before and after pics while using the new 30 day’s to Flexy program here I’d love to see them!!

[Veena]

This video can also be found in the Veena’s Tips section of the lessons, but it’s a great one for helping you understand inverting and proper body placement. I thought of this video because you mentioned placing the hands low, which is a common mistake. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ3V_2DsxgE

[Veena]

Oh in all my efforts to include everything I forgot a big THANK YOU to AllysonKendal again for making the creative!!!!!!! 💜☔️

[Veena]

Yep you can totally still participate! The public IG is needed for the program we use to randomly select the giveaway.

[Veena]

I don’t bother editing practice clips, I simply watch it back on whatever device I recorded it on, then delete it. If there is a move I would like to improve I may pull that out and post it or save it in a folder on my computer.

[Veena]

Day 29! 🌈 Janeiro! http://instagram.com/p/0ypql_JAYx/

Here’s the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/53f77bde-0658-41de-ad03-42940a9aa0eb The key to this is keeping the hips stacked and moving back towards the pole. Check out the lesson for more tips!

[Veena]

Post a video so we can help you. Also, I know you don’t want to hear this, but there are tons of things in the lessons that can help! 😉

[Veena]

Oh, I’m happy for you! 💜💜💜

[Veena]

Oh wow did you get the shoes in the pic? They’re hot!! Happy Birthday 🎉

[Veena]

Day 28! 🌈 Figurehead http://instagram.com/p/0v3iGdJAcz/

Here’s the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4fd75039-72c8-43e6-a88a-7c150ac37250 Once you understand your POC’s then you can start working on really extending through the spine!

[Veena]

Twisted Grip Walkover! http://instagram.com/p/0ved_TpAd9/

Here’s the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/55143a7a-0d8c-4061-a9fd-3d710a9aa0eb