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  • Veena

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    November 11, 2020 at 6:34 pm in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    There’s no winner or prize, it’s all about community and having fun doing something together.

  • Veena

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    November 11, 2020 at 3:52 am in reply to: Locking your knees?/active flexibility help

    Everyone’s body is different and for some locking out isn’t a big deal but others it is. What did your doctor and PT say? The big problem can come from those who try to hyperextend without having the natural length. However, over time some say it will cause damage, but I’ve heard others state it’s ok. Anyway if this is a concern there are exercises that can be done to retrain to “limit” and retrain the movement. Here’s an example https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwlL0PQs29g

    You sound a lot like me, my hips are very open, always have been and things like splits no problem. Tell me to bend over and touch my toes or pull my leg up behind me, now that’s taken a LOT of work! I focused a lot on training the core including the pelvis. Have you tried using any of the glute strength exercises here, flowmotion stretches or done the back mobility routine here?

    It would make sense that having pelvic issues these movements would be challenging.

    Something else you might want to try is hypnosis or some kind of mental training. Our bodies can be tricked into being stuck or unstuck in movement patterns etc.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    November 6, 2020 at 8:56 pm in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    Thank you to all who participated! However, I will not be creating any new challenges.

    Feel free to go through the old challenges and give those a try.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    November 5, 2020 at 4:32 pm in reply to: Vaulted ceilings! 😱

    Many times… well, my husband has! Most companies will offer a vaulted ceiling mount. The best option is the one you can afford. Check out xpole, lupit, platinum stages and lil mynx. I’ve used all of them but lupits vaulted/slopped ceiling mount.

    To install a vaulted ceiling mount you’ll find the joist/stud just like you would when using a pressure mounted or flat mount. Follow the instructions they give and of course make sure you have a ladder.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 31, 2020 at 2:08 am in reply to: Pleaser boot sizing

    I have narrow feet and long toes. Pleaser boots fit me well. These are pleaser ⬇️

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 30, 2020 at 9:26 pm in reply to: Garage flooring?

    Dooo it! I’ve covered carpet floors with plywood then vinyl or laminate flooring and it works so well. Not all vinyl is the same finish some has more texture so if you can tell from the description that it’s smooth, go for it. Pretty much anything will be better than a garage floor!

  • Veena

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    October 27, 2020 at 2:11 am in reply to: How to train as a super beginner?

    Hi! I give you tips for what to do next at the end of your 30 program.

    Things you could do: Work on the 30 flexibility program as Dusty Rose mentioned.

    Try some of the VIP programs https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/_Veenas_Inspiring_Plans__VIP___20200430050239

    Work on the routines I have.

    Try going through the beginner lessons from the start. Meaning start with the first lesson listed in beginner, all lessons are in order so feel free to give that a try.

    Thing to remember always warm up, keep attempts at new moves under 10 times, stretch your forearms after every session, track your progress and keep a day of rest between workouts.

  • Veena

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    October 27, 2020 at 2:06 am in reply to: I can’t win!! 🙁

    So happy your grip issue is over!

    Yes, your skin will get use to it…actually you’re brain and body will start to learn how to adjust your position and grip so it will not be as bad. This is very common with PC, brass and silicone. You don’t have the luxury of sliding into place like on chrome.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 26, 2020 at 3:13 pm in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    Here’s a peek at how I filmed my video https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJmr6Ln1/

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 24, 2020 at 9:44 pm in reply to:

    Welcome!!

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 24, 2020 at 3:40 pm in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    Thought this might be helpful! If you’d like to post your videos to SV and have film on a phone or tablet that was vertical…don’t edit it as wide/horizontal. Keep the vertical dimensions then viewers can select full screen and the video will be BIG/FULL SCREEN instead of small and horizonal. If you edit it as a horizontal video it will look really little as our website like YT will make you turn the phone because it’s uploaded as horizontal but film vertical. If you film vertical (like I do now with all my videos) don’t change the dimensions 😁

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 24, 2020 at 1:26 am in reply to: Poling with tennis elbow?

    Once you are cleared to start training again work on this routine, it’s got a bunch on stretches and strength work that will help prevent this. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5e7506d9-4224-4491-8439-4bc4ac110005

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 22, 2020 at 3:42 pm in reply to: October 2020 Challenge
  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 22, 2020 at 3:13 am in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    I had a blast making my video…I hope you all enjoy watching. I’ll upload it before the weekend!

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 20, 2020 at 11:00 pm in reply to: Poling with body dysmorphia

    Thank you for sharing with us. 💜💜💜

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 13, 2020 at 3:47 pm in reply to: Home Training SOS

    I’ve got several 30 day programs you can follow if you’d like structure and a month long focus. Otherwise I also have VIP plans that are week long, so less of a commitment than the 30 day programs.

    Here’s the list of VIP plans https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/_Veenas_Inspiring_Plans__VIP___20200430050239

    The 30 day programs are listed in the lessons section each with their own section. 🙂

    Otherwise know that all lessons are placed in progressive order so keep that in mind when creating a plan for yourself. All lessons have spinning pole techniques as well. 💜

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 3, 2020 at 3:17 am in reply to: October 2020 Challenge

    PS If you don’t have a pole you can do a wall dance, chair dance or even floor work!

  • Veena

    Administrator
    October 2, 2020 at 4:11 pm in reply to: SEPTEMPER 2020 CHALLENGE!

    If you missed anyone’s video you can see them all here! https://www.studioveena.com/videos/index/challenges

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 30, 2020 at 11:09 pm in reply to: Titanic combos

    I think the Adv figurehead lesson has some options https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5f602e6a-aa30-4f4c-a6f1-0efdac110005

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 28, 2020 at 8:06 pm in reply to: Gemini help

    Do you have video of you trying? A strong invert is really important, could be something else too.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 24, 2020 at 8:29 pm in reply to: Russian leanback-scary

    Unhooking the top foot will come with time. You can only do this if you have a super secure knee pit grip, then it’s not a problem. Because this uses an Outside Knee Pit Grip focus on making sure your hips are low enough that the back of the thigh and but touch before moving the free leg into place. Keep the low leg of the hooked leg turning across the pole. Like shown in this lesson https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5e7be01a-3240-43d8-a75a-308bac110005 (outside knee pit grip)

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 21, 2020 at 3:51 pm in reply to:

    If in a studio always clean between dancers. If at home you can choose…some like a dirty pole, others wipe it down every few tricks.

    I suggest deep cleaning the pole 2 times a year. If you have brass that means polish, I use Brasso, then clean the polish off real good. For all other finishes including brass (after brasso) try the steam cleaner method to get all the old grip aids and junk off. https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/50ccac91-674c-4915-8e13-3b120ac37250

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 21, 2020 at 3:45 pm in reply to: New to online classes and overwhelmed

    Oh yeah, planning ahead is a must otherwise you wait time. Glad you’re finding the website helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions!

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 21, 2020 at 3:44 pm in reply to: How to create a routine

    https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52f8463f-3884-4318-b2fd-2d1c0a9aa0eb This video offers tips for creating routines.

    As far a video upload, contact webmaster to help trouble shoot. Use the contact link. Make sure your internet connection is good, make sure you’re using the right kind of file, if the file is really big try using a compression app for phone or piece of software if using a computer.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    September 19, 2020 at 11:34 pm in reply to: ISO Freestanding pole Bay Area

    Really it isn’t a great piece of equipment but would work for a beginner who really needed something. They don’t even make these anymore. I wouldn’t feel comfortable having someone spend a lot of money on it. I hope you find something!! If not, you can always play around with chair dance and floor work!

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