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I so wanna take a pic doing leprechaun legs!!!!
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Hi Shadow! Everyone has great points, I agree that is sounds like you’re grieving, and that’s difficult but normal. We grieve many things when it comes to big life changes and not just death, and you’ve had 2 changes. Talking to a counselor could be very helpful!!
One thing I don’t like to see happen with ANY pole dancer is comparing themselves with others, or assuming that the length of time they have been dancing should equal that they can do XYandZ on the pole. My take on pole dance is it’s often not about progressing into trick after trick with the goal of advancing to handsprings and Ayashas! It’s more fulfilling when it’s about the journey, the feeling you have when you allow your body to just move and be in the moment, even if you think it feels weird or looks bad, it’s fulfilling for the soul. Tricks are fun and can be a great motivator but if it’s the only focus you’ll find can take the joy out of pole.
I’m so truly sorry for your losses, within a few years my sister and dad passed away and it does change you, but it can also help you remember that life it short and we should not waste our time. If there is something you want go for it, do it for those who loved you. They’d want you to be happy. The ex didn’t know what he had, don’t let him stop you from enjoying life! xoxoxoxo
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Awesome thank you both for the input and links 🙂
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If you have the lessons here there are lessons and info on working up to backbends. Feel free to use those to help her. Here a back mobility routine. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/53000190-d198-4e3e-8e30-6b2c0a9aa0eb
I know others will have suggestions too.
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I use my powder coated pole for advanced work all the time, it’s my preferred pole for working on new stuff. The only issue you may have is doing drops. I do advanced static spins on my pole all the time. 😉
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Can I ask what the goal is for the survey?
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The question is why do you use grip aid? For sweaty hands or just because the pole feels slick?
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Yep, what she said! Those were either cheap or not properly installed !
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Yeah, they left a comment here before saying to no longer use the wd40 lol so….It maybe time for them to update their info!
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lil mynx says not to use wd40 but liquid graphite instead. I would just try taking it down and putting it back up, that stops mine often.
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It would be fun if those who are doing the second option (re do, dance) would share their first video along with the second in the discussion here! If you have access to a link that is 🙂
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I’ll reply here too. I can see from your vid that you are not using a “grip”, but only holding on with the hand only, this will not allow you to hold the upper body in place so you can climb. Here is an example of a Forearm grip, you can see how the pole is running along the inner forearm up into the elbow pit, this hold will allow for more stability when doing the caterpillar or the climb. You can also use just an elbow grip if you find that more comfortable.
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The studioveena pole, it’s easy to set up, fast to set up and take down and the powder coated finish is grippy so you avoid a lot if the slipping issues with other finishes. It’s static and spin and the price is good.
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They often make a squeak or rubbing noise, there’s nothing wrong with it. 🙂
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It’s true, not everyone can achieve full splits, so don’t become discouraged if you never reach that goal. However, everyone can improve their flexiblity and I think that should be the main focus of stretching.
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Please understand that flexibility takes time, and not everyone will achieve splits in 6 weeks it’s simply not reasonable for most.
If anyone is looking for video that will guide you step by step on stretching for both splits and increasing spinal mobility feel free to check out the lessons here. You’ll find individual lessons with information on proper technique and options for those who are very tight so you stay within your range of motion and 3 routines to follow once you understand the techniques. You’ll also learn how to use a foam roller to aid in your progress.
Always warm up fully before doing any deep flexibility training!
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Powder coating tends to be the most consistent grip, it’s great because you don’t need to warm it up to use it.
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I’m not exactly sure what you’re learning but you could try searching YT for help. You may find videos that will give you a visual of what your learning.
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For new dancers who may be reading this.
Just one thing to add, using wraps if you really need them can be super helpful!!! However, I would like to add…..be sure you are still doing strength work for your hands, wrists and forearms and not jumping into wearing wraps right away without working on strength first. I have “bird bones” (tiny wrists) and they are not naturally strong however, I saw significant improvement in strength and less need for wraps as I focused on exercises for the wrist AND not over training split grips or spins. Over training is a big culprit of wrist and other joint issues. I’m not saying using wraps is a bad idea IF you need them. 🙂
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Here’s the steamer trick!! lol This is how I deep clean all my poles! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdjeYnLLaBw
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The very open Scorpio is mostly about opening of the hips, Turn out! Keeping the legs straight during any kind of invert takes practice and training the legs and abs from the ground is super helpful!!!
Genbob, if you have the lessons try doing the Lower body routine 2 times a week, this will help with strength and muscle memory, developing pretty lines when you dance! 🙂 https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52e9d171-5724-43b2-8784-47960a9aa0eb
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It’s normal to have some bruising when first learning a new move, but as Saphyre mentioned, kicking hard to invert and ending up smashing the heel into the pole it would be best to work on your strength and technique first. By building up to inverts and learning proper technique you can prevent injury! Also make sure you are working both sides of the body equally if pole is your only workout right now. The lessons here will provide you with effective training for inverts if you don’t have them already. 🙂
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Our bodies are crazy amazing and we are capable of so much more then we can fathom!! 🙂
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Oh and my powder coated rarely need to do anything other then wipe it off with a dry rag.
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To be honest, I really only clean my poles if they are brand new, or if they just be come slick for what ever reason, like build up, or lotion, greasy kids!!! The exception is my Brass it’s grippiest if it’s clean and shiny.
