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If you have the opportunity learn both. As you can see in the lessons I teach both starting with static from standing, then static from walking and last the spinning pole variation. I use this method not because spinning pole is harder, but because, it often IS easier for new dancers to learn spins on spinning pole. Spinning pole spins are just holds and because of this, they often skip over learning static, the problem with skipping static is they never learn the proper timing or how to use the push and swing for momentum. When learning inverted moves I suggest learning with the pole on static, then once you understand the mechanics move on to spinning.
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First inverts are so exciting, I’m happy to hear you’re working both sides, that really important! As for the thigh burn as Vdub said it gets better with time, just keep at it.
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Day 11! Dragons Tail! http://instagram.com/p/0EDqpGpAZN
Click here to see the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5468f819-cf9c-4329-a1b4-3bd70a9aa0eb This is an advanced move, please don’t try this without instruction first! This clip is an example of the move, it’s not meant to take the place of instruction. You must have flexibility and stability in the shoulder before working on this move.💜
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I like mixing it up and using both, however, for the past 2 years I’ve not had access to bars just Dumbbells 😊
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Strength training with free weight can be a great addition to pole, and it was my first love, before I found pole and dance!
Looking at your schedule I would add in the weight training AFTER you complete the 30 day take off.
I would start with 1 day per week, full body free weight, on a non pole day.
Then in 2 weeks ,bump it up to 2 time per week, lifting on non-pole days. Giving you 4 days of strength work total, with pole. Spread them out allowing for rejuvenation days, you may want to drop one day of yoga.
Another way to split it up would be weight training 3 times per week, by lifting ON pole days and adding one day of lifting without pole for a total of 3 weight training days. I would suggest a split of training Upper body, rest, Lower body, rest, Upper body. That’s just another option, there are so many ways to split weight training. Make sure the yoga days are not too strength based on the days the are Rest days. You really need to let muscle recover, or you’ll slowly wear yourself down.
Anyway, I also really enjoy strength training off pole and using free weights. 🙂
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Day 10! 🌈 #SVbackarch – Half Bridge. http://instagram.com/p/0BiQJApAdj
Check out my lesson for help and tips! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4de8dfb0-4950-4fd8-9dbb-7fe60ac37250 💜
This can be done two ways depending on what you’d like to focus on. To stretch the Quads more keep the pelvis neutral, to work on spinal mobility, practice pushing the hips up high, allowing the pelvis to drop, arching. For both keep the abs tight.
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Yep, what they said! Even when short you can still do a bunch of strength building work with it, and that will help your progress in studio!
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Day 9! Reverse Bridge! http://instagram.com/p/z_LDffJATX/
Check out my lesson for great tips https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dee2b60-a974-4aab-9feb-5d480ac37250 When done correctly this a great way to relieve tension between the Scapula (shoulder blades).
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I will add, having been a judge, depending on how much value is placed on elements, once you’ve totaled up the scores, the over all out come is often not even what you expected!
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Totally normal, even more so if you are using a spinning pole. If you are using a spinning pole these tips might help!
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This isn’t FB and I haven’t seem many threads here get nasty…..I haven’t seen anything yet that makes me think people are being thoughtless of the competitors. I saw Phoenix’s first post as someone who was excited and wrote back quickly, she is a regular member and would never say something to belittle the competitors.
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Day 8! 🌈 Yogini! http://instagram.com/p/z8c2wipAfT/
Please checkout my lesson for great tips on avoiding injury! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5428ee0b-cad4-4c48-abfb-5b060a9aa0eb
This move is not right for everyone, if the lower ribs cannot be kept off the pole do not attempt!! -
Sounds like you’re doing a nice job of trying not to over do it. Are you making sure you’re eating enough Protein and Carbs after you workout? Also are you sleeping well. Sometimes it’s things of that nature that end up making us feel worn out.
Oh I just saw Phoenix said the same….:)
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http://instagram.com/p/z54jZxpAeR/ Day 7! 🌈 Lunge Thigh Stretch. For more variations check out my lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dfb5178-ba64-438e-8bf4-5f360ac37250
The key here is to keep the hip bones level and pelvis pushing forward. Arching the low back will take away from the stretch. 💜
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Allyson, I could hardly grab my top foot sooooo 😊
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Are you practicing everyday?
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Ah, true. I clean with it when plain ol vinegar isn’t enough and it does try out my hands.
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Day 6! 🌈 Marley. http://instagram.com/p/z3VtmQpAZE/
This is Advanced!! In my lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4f985686-ab20-4fdf-a0b7-29570ac37250 you’ll see I suggest never grabbing the top hooked leg first. It’s much safer to grab the free leg first then IF flexibility allows, grab the hooked leg too. Grabbing the top leg first can place a tremendous amount of stress on the knee!
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Do you think vinegar and baking soda would work?
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Ugh, I hate the smell sol and yeah, it doesn’t go away. I can smell it even after a shower, but not all day. 😊
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Day 5! 🌈 Upper Back Stretch http://instagram.com/p/z0scn1JAUk/
It’s getting serious and I can tell I’ve not been training for months ðŸ˜
Stretching the shoulders, chest and improving mobility of the middle and upper spine! Please check out the lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/548cc95a-8a40-4872-9a8a-2b490a9aa0eb if you’re unfamiliar with this stretch. 💜
Do NOT begin the stretch with the lower back arched (butt out) this will compress the lower spine too much. Enter with neutral pelvis, abs in, leading with the Chest then slowly lower down allowing the spine to arch.
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I’m just under 5′ 8″ but I have a tiny bone structure. ðŸ˜
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Too funny guys!!
Pam, you can be the giraffe with boobs I’ll be the one without! I’m about 6′ 3″ with some of my heels. I’m sad I don’t have a giraffe emoticon 😥 only these guys ðŸªðŸ…😠why did giraffe not make the cut…poor fella.
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I was looking through my bras and remembered the black one I have, I had been measured at Macy’s about 6 years ago. It’s a 32 AA…the tag might as well say “you have no boobs” lol 🙈
