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Hi there. I’m glad you’re on the road to feeling better!
Focus on strength and conditioning, because as long as you do this, your weight won’t matter so much.
If you haven’t tried it yet, I suggest using the invert program https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/Nailed_It_Pole_Programs However, if you haven’t been active for a few months, I suggest starting with any of the beginner level programs. As in these we focus on strength and conditioning.
If the programs don’t interest you, because you had a scapula injury, at the very least do this routine 2 – 3 times per week for at least 3 weeks before attempting to invert https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5914a2d7-ddd0-43b5-b6a3-1fc2ac110006
Also remember the step and sweep (controlled momentum) method of inverting takes a lot of the stress off the body when inverting from a deadlift. I talk about this in all of the inverting tutorials here.
Invert https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5eb9b374-1c80-4085-9b27-156fac110005
Chopper https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5f306a48-c52c-46ba-9f3b-4740ac110005
Veena’s tips for invert https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/606e60ee-e350-4f82-939f-2ffaac110005
Veena’s tips for chopper https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/61e45ab0-e714-4c8c-bef6-50f9ac110005 -
If you feel surefooted in them go for it. If you find you almost twist and ankle or need to hold on to something to use them, then stick with barefoot. 😊
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Thank you to everyone who followed along. BIG thank you to the few who put themselves out there and shared their experience with others. I hope you found something in this event that was helpful.
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I agree with you! There are some pole studios that do a great job at training beginners. But a lot out there have no idea how to split thing up or break things down for those who are not as quick to learn.
I’m glad you’re starting to feel more comfortable with your pole progress.
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I was writing my reply and see you’ve shared photos! You look great. I love the smile on your face in the pole hold. Think about this…how many women your age or ANY age do you know that can hold their whole body up? You’re awesome!
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Thank you for sharing your story Imgalvin! You already are a true fighter and survivor and learning to ski is awesome and something I’ve never tried! Enjoy the now, you have nothing to prove with pole dance, it’s your journey.
Being that pole is a therapy for you don’t stress about how fast you progress. I’d suggest filming yourself (you never have to share it) Film so you can look and see the improvements you have made. They might be so small you don’t notice it. The beauty of this sport is you can have fun at any level. Being able to do 2 spins is great and more than you could do before! I’ve had members re do the 30 day take off many times and that’s all they do. Pole is fun for them, but it’s not a priority so moving beyond beginner isn’t necessary.
When I feel like I’m not making much headway, I look back. Tracking progress, even if it’s just writing it down is incredibly helpful. I totally understand the high achiever. I tend to excel in most physical activity and if I don’t get something quickly, I feel frustrated really fast. We have to sometimes learn to be kind to ourselves and learn to enjoy the process without moving full steam towards an end goal.
As a ski instructor, would you expect your students to be able to ski like you after only a few sessions? I’m assuming not even half of the ski students will move on to ski at high levels. The majority of people take one class in something and never come back.
Even if you never invert, there are lot’s of beautiful things you can do with the pole. If you haven’t already, take a peek at some of the routines. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/d391c86e-ff58-11e1-b996-12313d086a56 You don’t have to do them, just look to see what can be done at a beginner level. It might even be fun to work on the Love Yourself event during the month of Feb here https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/Love_Yourself_EVENT_20220131032004
We’re here for you, you’ve got this and you’re not alone!
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I guess the question would be why are you doing pole?
For fun, to get fit, to compete, to reach a certain level, to show off/be sexy for a significant other?
I know you don’t want to hear it but comparing is the biggest demon in pole dance or life in general. You will always find someone who’s better, stronger, younger. So if you enjoy learning, keep at it. There are students who stay at beginner level forever and there’s nothing wrong with that or with them.
Attitude plays a big part too, if you go into a practice assuming that you’ll be the slowest to learn or everything is too hard. That’s what we create. Perhaps a change in perception on why you do this, “pole is fun” “I enjoy getting stronger” would set you up for more success.
I use to dance at an elite level, but for the past few years life has changed for me and pole dance hasn’t been a priority like it was. Now I dance at about an intermediate level with some advanced moves and that’s ok.
Not sure if you’ve watched this video but it might be helpful https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/6067b030-7da0-42e3-a97d-1d5aac110005
