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Is there a reason you think you shouldn’t feel your muscles when you invert?
The front and back scapula are more about awareness, understanding the movement and improving mobility. Things listed after the forward and back scapula, I think there are 8 more, exercises for conditioning the shoulders. I’m not sure if those are considered your general band exercises or not so I thought I’d mention them 🙂
If you’re looking to strengthen the larger muscle groups then moves like Descending scissors https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5571e20a-11bc-4454-80b4-301d0a9aa0eb or scissor climbs are great, if you want to use the pole. Pole rows (done with feet CLOSE to the pole maybe even past) will also strengthen Lats. You will see a list of all muscles strengthen in the descriptions of the conditioning section.
Why are you doing the twisted grip? Some people just can not use this grip and it’s not one I use in the lessons unless you’re already inverted.
Have you been using the lower body strength routine https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52e9d171-5724-43b2-8784-47960a9aa0eb or sexy legs and abs routine https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5444937f-b2f4-4995-bd1f-7c2d0a9aa0eb? Also please keep in mind that you will place far less stress on your body using controlled momentum when doing inverts than deadlifting! Here’s a vid on that as well. https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/563bfbbc-ff34-4ddc-a13d-4865ac110089
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Can I ask why you feel whatever you’re doing isn’t adequate and what exercises are you doing? What’s your goal?
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As everyone said super normal and it will get better! Something else to know, when you’re close to or have your period the skin can be extra sensitive! 😊
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Just so you’re aware when I had my brass 40 set up at 10 ft and on spin, (permanent mount) a friend came over and she did one spinning invert and it warped my pole 😬 I tend to dance gracefully and I’m light so I didn’t have an issue until someone who used more force tried my pole. Something to keep in mine when you dance if you get a brass pole and use it at that height.
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Super cute, love the outfits and socks.
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Usually a body pump class uses light weight and high reps, in general this will not build bulk. You will need to lift heavy, seriously and eat just right in order to become bulky. I will say that genetics play a part in how easy someone build muscle. Even if you are doing weight lifting or body pump class you’ll want to add some conditioning into your pole or strength days because these exercises will utilize muscle groups that are often not targeted in regular strength work, but used heavily in pole. Be sure to stretch well after you’re body pump class, so the muscle don’t tighten up on you and hinder flexibility!
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HI! That sounds like an exciting trip! If you’re interested there are several routines here and over 150 lessons here that do not require a pole! You’ll find the conditioning section here would be helpful to maintain strength while you’re away from the pole. If you haven’t tried the lessons yet use the code GET3FREE to receive 3 days full access! I know you’ll love them! Also if you have a smart phone or tablet you can access the lessons from there as well.
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I agree call pole, 12 feet seems like it might not be ideal for the brass 40. I have my brass 40 at just under 10 right now and there’s a lot of give! It’s not hard to install the permanent mount as long as you can find the joist. I love my permanent mount!!!
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Yay, great progress! There isn’t away to get the pole to start spinning once you’re off the floor, other than pushing off of the ceiling! You’ll want to start the spin from the floor and work on maintaining it as you climb. Sweeping the legs and arms help keep momentum going as you move into other positions as long as your going in the right direction! This section has some spinning pole lessons if you haven’t seen them yet, they’re all listed towards the end of the section and are placed in order of difficulty. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/quick-lessons
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Yes, you will find all kinds of info on shoulder in the lessons!
The conditioning section has 10 lessons for different exercises that focus on the shoulders! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/conditioning-exercises
You’ll also find this Veena’s tips helpful too! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52f7165d-3484-4ffa-afa9-13de0a9aa0eb
Unless you’ve been “cleared” by a dr no one could tell you for sure when you can start training again. The best thing you can do is listen to your body. Always warm up as mentioned, and spend some extra time with the shoulders. Begin with the conditioning exercises and see how they go. You are right to avoid spins, and inverts. If you are using proper form and you have no pain, Pole Holds can be a good way to condition as well, but you need to be sure you’re engaging properly so and staying with a variation that puts the least amount of strain on you to start. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/54921dfb-d4f0-474e-b098-238d0a9aa0eb
Once you are feeling healed try working on the “stands” routine, it will also help strengthen the shoulders.
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I love this one! https://instagram.com/p/_WAuPPos9B/ 🎅ðŸ»
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I would think the thicker the mat the more likely you would twist an ankle while dancing on it. At least the ones I’ve seen thicker is softer in general. Have you thought about using cushions off furniture for when you work on new moves? If you’re dancing you should stay with things you’re totally confident in and a mat can get in the way. They are a must for new tricks or perfecting shaky ones!
If you want something softer than a floor try placing kids play squares down. Like these! http://www.homedepot.com/p/Groovy-Mats-Lime-Green-24-in-x-24-in-Comfortable-Mat-100-sq-ft-Case-GYCMLG/204714338?cm_mmc=SEM%7CTHD%7Cgoogle%7CD23+Area+Rugs&mid=siNw51b4T%7Cdc_mtid_8903pdd25182_pcrid_63577964848_pkw__pmt__product_204714338&gclid=CNrdlfHq4MkCFcZbfgodwe4Jlw
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Are you saying you’d like to wear heels on the mat?
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That would be fun!
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When you say hip, what area do you mean, Front, back, butt area, hip bone area, side? If you were doing lots of climbs and it was bothering, then just avoiding that movement for a few days could be all you need!