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Hi Emnemz! There are many individual stretches for the hamstrings in the lessons also I have a 20 min training for splits routine that would help with tight hamstrings as well. Hamstrings are my trouble area so I understand the frustration, I really have to work at my hamstrings!
Here's a link to the side splits routine, https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4e23973c-e724-4d0a-9b2e-79650ac37250
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I just watched you video…please be careful! You do not want to be placing all of the weight on the head, the hands or forearms should be assisting you! If you DO work on headstands alignment is VERY important. Here is a video I made showing all of the different "stands". Head, elbow, forearm, and hand. Take note of the balance points for each one and how they are slightly different. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmIciddJyPY&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF&index=10
Also if you're interested I have 2 lessons on the elbowstand. The first is listed as beginner but not because it's easy. It's place there to allow you to get a feel for being inverted. Stands of any kind are not easy, so don't feel you should be able to perform any of them the first try.
Elbowstand https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/f7c4b034-b91e-11df-856f-001b214581be
Elbowstand sit up https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4d21fb3e-4640-4e4e-9c18-6e9e0ac37250
With time I know you'll get it!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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That's so interesting! "She" is just a pronoun here in the US. I find things like this come up in the chat room and because we're a global site I'm always learning something new!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Hi Hazi441, if your worried about what to do once you are up on the pole from a shoulder mount I suggest working on it from the ground first (not from standing) but low on the pole. You start in a seated position raise the hips and get into position from there. Keep in mind however, you don't do it from sitting, that's pretty difficult but you do start in a seated position. This helps remove some of the fear of "what do I do when I get up there" Here is a lesson on it if you're interested. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4d6bac4d-8044-4fa9-9aaa-66300ac37250
I'm curious what is it about the term she that is offensive? No one has ever mentioned that before. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Shariya, if you're looking for a no brainer pole workout routine you could try our 30 day Take Off Program! It's part of the lessons and gives you 30 days of instruction, telling you exactly what to work on even on rest days, including stretches and conditioning work. It's a great way to build strength and learn more about how to structure your own pole workouts! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
This video explains a bit more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4KzMIIbZH0&list=UUup79MtZnWP_SCAHeVlmzdQ&index=9
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First you should know that contortion training isn't necessary for most inverted tricks. To progress to inverted tricks you need to focus on building strength and conditioning the body.
If you're self training you might want to take a look at the lessons here! Included in the lessons is a new program called the 30 day take off. Here is a little video explaining the 30 days. https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/50e4694e-a85c-4fa0-8e66-61940ac37250
You may also want to take a look at a blog I wrote. It talks about what pole moves are professional level and that not every move is appropriate for everyone. https://www.studioveena.com/blogs/view/Professional_Level_Pole_Moves_20130127053217
So… keep in mind that contortion training can be a fun goal but it's in no way necessary to enjoy the benefits of pole. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Kate is right, its not like static spinning where you need momentum from the body and limbs. Also, It will depend on how well your pole spins. If you have a nice fast pole then try to imagine your moving through water with your limbs….keep your movements sloooooow. If you have a pole that doesn't spin so well or looses momentum quickly then you will need to use a bit more force with the limbs to keep it spinning.
This video has some tips for using a spinning pole http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtinAzp17s0&list=UUup79MtZnWP_SCAHeVlmzdQ&index=19 https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Hi Polewalker! I hope your feeling better now! I really do not suggest grabbing the foot of the hooked leg, especially when you are first learning a move requiring a knee pit grip. I've had emails from members who have been taught to grab the foot of the hooked leg and have injured their knee!!!! The hamstring and calf should be doing the work by themselves if you are not strong enough to hold the move without grabbing the foot then you're not ready for it yet.
Even without grabbing the foot you may still find some bruising and soreness though. Also I suggest trying a new move no more than 10 times to help prevent bruising and injury. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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When you say layback, are you talking about a Plank or Cross ankle release?
Plank https://www.studioveena.com/galleries/view/4f879d47-d920-423f-8f05-40d70ac37250
CAR https://www.studioveena.com/galleries/view/4f8832c8-6e50-413a-b62a-250c0ac37250
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If you have sweaty hands then all poles will give you problems from time to time. Try using a grip aid to formulated to keep hands dry. Focus on what skin type you have and your climate when decide on pole finish. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Shine alternative fitness, here in Vegas!
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That was in my old space, it’s an old tg xpole top loading, it was about 14 ft tall!!!!
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I should add that I have the old brass finish from xpole, I have not tried the new brass finish…but I have used other brass and still have issues in cold weather.
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I have all of the finishes you’ve listed. If you live where it’s cool or cold often I would stay away from the brass. My tg is great in all weather. I can only use my brass xpole in the summer when I’m very hot and sweaty.
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I think this is really common with anything! We over think or suddenly worry about injury or looking silly. Once we get a negative thought in our heads about something its hard for some people to stop thinking about it, your totally not alone!
You may want to try visualizing yourself perfectly performing the moves that cause fear! Do this as often as you can….. close your eyes and picture yourself doing the move or moves perfectly… see yourself in the room you practice in…. feel how happy you are with yourself….hear everyone clapping for you! If you start to go down the path of worry/fear, stop and start over, seeing yourself doing the move with ease. Pole is just as much mental as physical.
Good luck! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
