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You might want to check out the studioveena pole! https://www.studioveena.com/shopping
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Grip aids can be super helpful if you have sweaty hands. For some sweaty hands improve as you become less "nervous" about moves you're working on, but for others sweaty hands are something to work around. You might also want to try Pole Gloves. http://mightygrip.info/bmighty-grip-pole-fitnessb-pole-training-fitness-gloves-c-96_86.html
Also if you're looking to improve your strength you've come to the right place! The lessons here focus on progressively building your strength, from the feet to the hands and every muscle group in between! The 30 day Take off Program is really helpful. Here's a video explaining what the program is about. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4KzMIIbZH0&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gifPLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF
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What kind of pole is it and is it a pressure mounted pole or permanent? Lina is right about it feeling faster than it is. Spin takes time to learn to control. This video has some tips for spinny. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtinAzp17s0&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF
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I have had wrist pain when using my 40mm pole so it could be possible.
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I see pole dance as an art, therefore, anything goes when it comes to clothing and shoes. However, less is best so you have adequate skin contact with the pole.
Wearing any kind of heel will help improve balance, so besides giving the legs a nice long line (and being sexy) they can also strengthen the feet and calves.
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Hi cupcakejenea, everyone has great suggestions! If you happen to have a smart phone the lessons can be viewed on most of them!
As others suggested I would focus on building strength, then move on the more advanced work like V inverts and split grips. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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It's not uncommon for instructors to suggest the diameter used in their studio. 45mm is becoming standard, so if you plan on competing then going with that size might be nice. I personally never use my 50mm and love my 45s. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif The SV pole is also a 45mm pole btw. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif
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Hi, DiddyBo Here is an installation video for the SV pole this might help you understand more about how to set up a pole. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liNEsxC-LtI&feature=c4-overview&list=https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gifUUup79MtZnWP_SCAHeVlmzdQ
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We've always been a fan of Joel! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Welcome to the site!! 4 kids, hooping and study meditation, you're a girl after my own heart! Great to have you here! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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This is a great pole for beginners!
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Welcome to the site and happy you introduced yourself 🙂 pole moms rock!!
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Happy to hear your feeling better!
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Reenie gave some great advice and she's right about it not being a beginner move. I just wanted to say I hope you're feeling better ladynocturnal!
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ChristinM, that's sad to hear you've decided to quit. Did you try any exercise to strengthen your core? Having pain isn't normal when you are learning to pole dance, pole dance can be a great workout and method of expression. Maybe if you tried again and focused more on strengthening before moving on to inverts you might have a better outcome?
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Hello and welcome to the site!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Congratulations! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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This lesson has a link to the roller I have. It's nice and firm but not too hard. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dcc48af-f630-4a8e-aa67-78850ac37250
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I know it's not silicone, but if you are looking for a pole with great grip while still having the ability to do static spins you could check out the SV pole as well. I think a silicone pole looks fun but then static spins would be out. And it's amazing that the pole takes seconds to put up and take down. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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One of the best things you can do for your hands and forearms is to prevent overuse injury. Overuse is the most common thing I see.
Rest days are important! When you're still building up strength, keep split grip work to a minimum. Limiting your attempts at whatever split grip move you're working on to no more than 10 times per session. No more than 3 times per week. Remember split grip work is NOT beginner work.
Always stretch the forearms and hands after poling.
Try using a foam roller and tennis ball as well.
Condition! Doing a week or more of conditioning work before moving on to split grip moves can be helpful in preventing injury. There are about 7 lessons here that focus on conditioning for the hands, wrists and forearms. This OLD video has a some good tips as well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8QzZnFkXn8&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF&index=17
Use wrist guards only if you find you need them! Starting off using them will not allow you to strengthen the muscles. However once you've become more advanced and begin working on split grips heavily you might want to use them. I don't have monster strong wrists at all, but I only occasionally use a wrap if I plan on working heavily on split grips.
I think the 45mm is the most universal size for poles, it fits most dancers best. I have personally had wrist pain using my 40mm but it doesn't seem to be an issue with the 45. I haven't used my 50mm in forever. lol
I'm sure others will have more helpful info too! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Good luck!
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Polefit Korea, if you are taking the lessons here try working on some of the conditioning lessons for the core. Lessons are placed in groups so try starting with this one:
https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4df4be6f-3160-46c9-9e73-67a10ac37250 There are 7 total for the core. Do them 3 times a week and see if that helps.
Also if you haven't started working on back mobility that could help too. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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You don't "have" to have the foam roller. Yes you can get a roller on Amazon. Being able to do a handstand is something you work up too. The resistance band is the most important thing to have the roller work can be thought of as a bonus, your not missing out on gaining strength or even flexibility if you don't do the roller lessons! But if you buy a roller you'll wonder why you waited so long, they feel soooooo good!https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif Give the 30 days a chance and you'll see an improvement in strength!
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It sounds like you are taking the lessons, and you're on the right track by purchasing some resistance bands. It will be important for you to work on the conditioning lessons if you have all of these issues!! Keep in mind that the shoulder press is HARD, even with the chair, and if you can do more than a few you're a beast. Also with presses, handstand and pushups some people find it just doesn't work well for their wrists and that's ok. It will also be important to stretch the arms after pole work and doing some foam roller on them would also be good.
If you haven't already you could try doing the 30 day take off too.
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Korinne, brings up some good questions, we can give you some better suggestions if we know more about the situation.
The lessons here have all kinds of exercises to strengthen the shoulders, arms and hands even for pole work. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cool.gif
