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Wait wait…..please don’t stop training part of your lower body, this will cause an imbalance which in return can cause knee problems, hip ect. You have to strengthen the body as a whole! Never work the quads and skip the hamstrings for example. This goes for stretching too. You could switch to lower body once a week, and you must be sure to stretch really well after, I personally stretch during as well.
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What I do may not work for everyone…..but for me its a matter of prioritizing and consistency.
Consistency is very important for my kids so I can accomplish what needs to be done without unnecessary interruption. Its tough when they are young to always be consistent but it pays off in the end. Discipline, bed time, dinner time always consistent even when we are really busy in our lives some things are always unchanging, consistent. I can trust my kids to play well while I work or do my training because they know what is expected of them while I work. Every night we all clean up the main floor so we can enjoy some family time before the kids go to bed, this is something we do almost every night. I make a meal plan every week (hate doing this) then go grocery shopping for that week.
Prioritizing is very important as well. Some days I spend all day cleaning, laundry ect. other days must be spent recording lessons or editing. For work I have certain things I have to do everyday but other than that I have to be flexible in my priorities. You have to have balance….but that doesn’t mean designating equal time for everything ALL THE TIME but rather being flexible in what the priorities are for that moment. To me this is a balanced life. You can’t physically balance without slight adjustments, same approach can be used in our daily life. My job is pole dance so for me working out is a priority (most of the time) There are still times when I must put that off and focus on something else. When Henry was a baby I didn’t get to dance very often and now that he is older I am loving my pole time again. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
Not sure if that was helpful but….. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
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I wouldn’t learn it from a Shoulder dismount unless your 100% sure of your placement of the arms and shoulders. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_ncool.gif Work on the shoulder mount from the floor first….this is not an easy BUT its the safest way to learn the mechanics of the move. Polebunny I see you said you’ll sign up for lessons soon so I’ll post a link here and you can save it for when you sign up. http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/2677 I"m sure some other members will pop in with other tips too.
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Scapula is the shoulder blade. Are you taking the lessons? Some of the first exercises we go over are to help you understand the movements of your scapula and proper positioning for pole dance. Here is the first one in the series http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4467. Here is a simple pic of the Scapula
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Oh dear, this could be a long post from me…..well at the moment I am working on editing new lessons but promised myself I would stop at 9:30 to do some flexibility training, so I have to priorities CONSTANTLY lol …so I’ll give you a closer look into my world tomorrow. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif I have 3 mins left now……. ahhhh https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_shaking2.gif
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Thank you so much for sharing that! Absolutely breath taking….
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When I extend (in any direction) the whole leg tightens but for me I have to mentally think *quads* or hear comes knobby knees. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif My legs have become stronger and more shapely just from dancing its great! I would guess that some dancers anatomy like being (pigeon toed) will make pointing the foot without slicking more of a challenge. I’m lucky my family all has natural turn out from hips to toes!
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You both said pretty much what I would have. I was totally gonna recommend Calf raises!! And Contracting the quads. I am not a trained dancer but I think I do pretty well. I have always been able to point the foot well. My issue was bending at the knee slightly, I also have knobby knees to if I don’t fully contract the quad the knee really sticks out. To fix it…. I began doing these leg lifts http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/2224 This is why I included them in the lessons. I saw a big change in my leg extension after working on them. They strengthen everything. From Glutes to hip flexors and even the calf. I STILL have to tell myself to focus on contracting the whole leg when I dance. As you become totally comfortable with pole moves the polish will come! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif Here are some photos on pointing the foot. I don’t know if they are good or not, but maybe a dancer can tell us?
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I think we need to all remember (this goes for Studios and Students) that there are Pole moves that are NOT suitable for every dancer. And that’s OK!!!! Not everyone should feel they have to learn every move. For some that might mean Split grips are not an option others, no inverts or no Twisted grips. I am strong and fit and I only work on Split grips and Twisted grips sparingly. I like my forearms and shoulders. LOL https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
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You are not alone…..There are a LOT of ladies the pole and are over 50! There are a bunch on this site….hopefully they will see this and introduce themselves. Anyone can pole dance. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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If you can have access to 2 different sizes of poles thats great! Both have their pros and cons but if you can have one of each even better. The more finishes and sizes you can work with the better. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif
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No I feel the same way you do….. I’m a firm believer in…. just because if feels more secure or seems easier doesn’t mean that move is safe to be working on before you have the strength for it. Many girls like the TG because they can balance longer and easier in it then in a true grip or a Split grip. It "feels better" I have the same grip with students working on spins too soon, yes they are simple to learn but spins first….its not a progression that I feel is best.
The Twisted grip position is one I have been watching very closely and I have played around with it off and on for over a year. I firmly believe that you should not be working on the Twisted grip anything (handspring, lift, even using it as a position off the pole) until you have build up the strength and flexibility that is needed for this position. I will be adding the TG to the lessons but I have not rushed into it because I want to be sure I am happy with the progression I have decided on for teaching this move.
I feel, that to build the strength needed to work on any of the TG moves you must add strength specific training to your pole routine. Adding shoulder/scapula, lat, chest, exercised to help you progress safely. The TG as a position off of the pole is the first work that should be done, the iron X is next, and the lift or Handspring should be LAST!! As the nature of lift and handspring…well….they put the most stress on the body. Never train your Split grips or Twisted grips too often, when starting 2x’s a week 3 is MAX and not for a whole pole session either. A few times every few days is the safest way to go……
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Ooooh Did I hear someone say PURPLE https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif Can’t wait to see that piece! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif
I love anything with sparkles or any super shiny fabric, all colors and good coverage of the crotch. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_eek.gif My but can hang out all it wants but the miss thang needs to be covered. Looks like you guys make tops that work well for small boobs and I like that! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif
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Welcome to the site https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif I think you’ll really enjoy the lessons here if your looking for detailed explanation of moves. Also if you have a question on a particular lesson you can leave a comment for me and I’ll try to help you work it out. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif And feel free to ask any questions you want on the forum, non of them are silly https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
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Hello and welcome to the site! My favorite brand of pole is the X pole. The X pert is a great one if you want both static and spin. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif
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All great tips…I will add…When doing negative (lowering down) work or Static holds Don’t forget to BREATH… https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_redface.gif Its very common to want to hold your breath when doing these https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Sure sounds like your over doing it. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_pale.gif Totally common for us eager to grow dancers! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif If your taking the lessons here and starting at the beginner section of the lessons I explain how your body needs rest in between poling sessions. In case you missed it follow the guidelines I give in this lesson http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/2145
Here is the video for how to properly use the Studioveena lessons http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/2134
Give yourself some time to rest. Also since you are taking the lesson here, be sure your using the stretching lessons at the end of your pole sessions https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumright.gif Just switching will not be enough to let your forearm rest. Take a break from the pole. Stretch (when warm) and massage the forearm. Rest is just as important as practice.
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This is what I could find out…not sure if its correct, but pretty sure.
1st Natasha Wang
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Welcome to the site! I think you’ll really enjoy the lessons. They are set up in order for you so remember to start with the strength training first and then move on. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Hey all….Hooked had an idea….I posted it here!
https://www.studioveena.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=4962
Its to help identify a VEENER
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If a purple scarf doesn’t go with your outfit just stick a purple scarf in your purse and let it hang out!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
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It varies from person to person. I rarely do open chain exercises for my Hamstrings (leg curls) since I started to focus on dancing. I find that if I stick to Close chain (squats) exercises I still get the results I’m looking for. I also personally feel that close chain exercises are less likely to cause injury. Right now my favorite exercises to do for legs are various leg lifts…( these are open chain) but I don’t use added weight. I have them in the lessons. I have started doing some more advance variation though. I like to do side climbs, stars and knee holds to work on my hamstrings and really focusing on keeping my legs fully extended (no bent knees) while doing any dance more or pole move has giving me long lean quads. I also find that using only my body weight as opposed to adding extra weight is sufficient. Moving though the exercises sloooowly and with control is the key, slow squats with various leg positionings are my fav. Also of course getting a good long stretch in after a leg session is a must. Oh if I do happen to use extra weight I always stretch my legs after each set. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
