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  • Veena

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    April 10, 2014 at 10:10 am in reply to: Anyone Else?

    For someone who’s new to exercise 2 hrs is a long time to workout, I think it’s a long time for anyone who is not a professional athlete! When I first started lifting weights 15 yrs ago I would be sore all…the…time…and would train 6 days a week, but it was one of those things you heard everyone say, no pain, no gain. I feel they were wrong or maybe I’m just getting lazy… nah… I say just smarter with age, haha.

    If you are tweaking your back or finding you need to care for injuries after working out I would suggest taking a closer look at form and technique. After having babies I have to be extra diligent about properly holding my pelvis and contracting the abs. If I get lazy and just dance without being aware of this, I will know right away and my back and hips will be unhappy.

    For the past few yrs now I no longer push that hard everyday and my body is stronger and looks better then it did yrs ago! I workout about 5 days a week and often one of those days is hula hooping or something like balance work, poling everyday just doesn’t happen for me, I like to switch up my workouts. The days I don’t do a “proper” workout I ride bike with Henry or do something like walk to the park with him. It’s important to me to not sit around, I dislike sitting!

    I know you said you carb load before, but what are you eating right after, it’s very important to refuel the body with a good balance of carbs and protein after. Also make sure you get enough iron and healthy veggies like greens make a huge difference in my recovery! Eating well REALLY helps with my energy level.

    So short answer, yes if I do an intense workout I will feel wrecked too.

  • Veena

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    April 9, 2014 at 9:14 am in reply to: Not always a superstar….

    I love the conversation this has sparked! 💜

  • Veena

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    April 9, 2014 at 1:05 am in reply to: Letting go with your body

    Melissa, you mention you’re fairly new to pole. How long have you been poling? Something to keep in mind is that one handed spins and things like reverse grabs are not beginner level spins. These require flexibility and strength that usually takes time to build up to so you do not hurt yourself. If you are new to pole you should not expect to have an easy time with spins like the reverse grab. Can you easily do a Chair spin?

  • Veena

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    April 8, 2014 at 9:06 pm in reply to: Not always a superstar….

    Thank you Jolene and Princess, I’m glad it was helpful!

    Saphyre, I completely agree!

  • Veena

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    April 7, 2014 at 10:26 pm in reply to: From Static to Spinning…. HELP!!

    This video has some tips for using a spinning pole. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtinAzp17s0

  • Veena

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    April 7, 2014 at 9:54 am in reply to: All over soreness

    Also if the 10 mins of stretching was done before working out, I would suggest switching your stretching to the end of your workout.

  • Veena

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    April 7, 2014 at 9:53 am in reply to: All over soreness

    Ssecnirpc, were these your first workouts in a while? If so Johnssdeere is right, it’s probably just soreness from getting back into things. Just make sure you are eating well and sleeping.

  • Veena

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    April 6, 2014 at 8:53 pm in reply to: Veena Pole

    I would contact lil mynx for any trouble shooting. 🙂

  • Veena

    Administrator
    April 6, 2014 at 5:58 pm in reply to: Veena Pole

    The creaking noise is normal. 🙂

  • Veena

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    April 6, 2014 at 3:44 pm in reply to: Veena Pole

    Runemist, The spin mode pin should not be difficult to pop up and down, you can actually adjust it (screw it up or down) and change how stiff it is.

    Shelliebelly, I have my SV pole on carpet and it works the same as on my hardwood I don’t know if the carpet would be an issue. Try adjusting the pin. Also the Lil mynx poles do not spin as freely as say and xpole, so keep that in mind.

  • Veena

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    April 6, 2014 at 3:40 pm in reply to: Getting a full bridge

    The related lessons should be added to the Bridge now. 🙂

  • Exactly!

  • Veena

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    April 6, 2014 at 1:55 pm in reply to: Getting a full bridge

    Hmmm looked like I haven’t added any related lessons for that one. I’ll add some when I get back. I may not have added any to the stretches yet, but I can! However, yes, working on the stretches shown previously will help, because they are for the most part placed in progressive order.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    April 6, 2014 at 1:16 pm in reply to: Getting a full bridge

    I’m so happy your enjoying the lessons! Don’t worry about lifting up yet, that is the advanced variation and it takes time to build the strength and flexiblity for that. You’ll find “related” lessons below the main player that you can use to help you work up to the full bridge.

  • Veena

    Administrator
    April 6, 2014 at 10:04 am in reply to: routine….where do I start?
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