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I only have a small amount of understanding of this so if you can talk with a PT. My thoughts are if it’s not super bad and you haven’t been restricted by a dr. you should be fine. A LOT of people are diagnosed with a bit of scoliosis, I myself have been told I have it, but then other DR’s have said I’m fine. LOl
You’ll want to be sure you’re doing core work, not just ab training. Don’t push like crazy for back bends, be gentle when it comes to those, however don’t avoid back mobility all together. If you train carefully you can still gain in flexibility and it will even help! Avoid things like sitting hunched over!!!!!! If your training with my lessons you should be fine, they are meant to be safe for the majority of the population. 🙂
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One of the more common mistakes I see is a dancer relying more on HANGING from the top arm instead of ACTIVELY pulling with the top arm. If you only hang, then you don’t have the stability of both arms working, instead you have to fight really hard with the bottom hand to keep you up making finding balance and squaring the body almost impossible! I think this is why some prefer the Twisted grip because you can get away with hanging from the top arm and you don’t have to be as active! I teach it from a split grip, not twisted.
Strong caterpillars are super helpful and making sure you don’t pop the legs out too fast is also key. If you take a look at the lesson you’ll see I suggest you stay tucked and open from that point!
Work on the related lessons show in this video as well. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4d10f457-834c-45b0-8448-3b550ac37250
Good luck!
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Hi Mckaila!!
I have never done DVD’s because you can’t update content and the health and fitness industry is always growing and changing so I think having up to date info is important! DVD’s are very limited as far as content goes so when picking make sure you check reviews to check and see if they have a good amount of content!!
If you have access to a computer or other device you’ll be able to access the lessons here! Also as a new member you get 3 days FREE assess to the lessons, so check out the flexibility section!
You’ll find I do different styles of flexibility training some are dynamic (mostly done without you even know that’s my intent) 🙂 That style is found in many of my other training routines.
I also offer a more relaxing flowly style of stretch and mobility practice that I call Flowmotion. Great to do before bed or as your warm up!
You’ll find a 30 day flexibility program you can follow as well.
There are individual lessons that teach you how to properly hold your body while in so more popular positions to get the most out of your time. For example: Contract the opposing muscle group while in hold and not just passively sitting in a move.
Once you understand the individual lessons then move on to the 3 ROUTINES I have 2 for splits and one for back!
There are some more advanced stretches to prep you for moves like Ballerina aka Eagle. All of these are found in the app too if you have access to that!
https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/stretching-exercises
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The only way to progress in anything is to commit to practice. There’s really no magic bullet and randomly going at moves when it comes to training the body and mind might work for some but most people benefit from a practice of progressive learning. Your brain needs to create the pathways so movements become automatic that doesn’t happen overnight or when done sporadically.
I’ve seen in several of your posts how you can’t afford the lessons so I wanted to make sure you were aware that we now have an app containing just the lessons making them available for even less! A very reasonably priced 9.99! You can’t work with a personal trainer for a 30 days or take pole classes for 30 days for that price. It seems you may not know because you’ve been gone for a long time.
You might also not be aware that the programs were created just for the purposes you’ve brought up and you don’t have waste time creating a workout plan for yourself. There are many new routines and Veena’s tips to choose from as well because I also don’t expect everyone to get excited about just doing a move over and over!
My take on pole dance is that is should be a FUN form of exercise that enhances your life. It’s sexy, easy to follow and doesn’t need to take much time out of your day for you see progress and feel better. If you want to get to a point where you’re doing should mounts, caterpillars and such then committed time is needed. But I feel no matter what level someone reaches pole and all that goes with it can be fun and keep you fit.
A person can make anything seem overwhelming by overthinking it which often turns into talking yourself out of just DOING what you’d like to do. You get stuck in planning mode and never move forward….that’s why the programs are great!
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I don’t know of any places that specifically make mats for the stage. Until you find something you could use a few yoga mats. I do that when I dance outside as the black base gets too hot to touch in the sun!
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Get yourself some grip aids! Avoid grips like and itac, not that they aren’t good they just don’t work well with sweaty hands. Try dry hands, mighty grip or anything that says it’s an antiperspirant. I don’t usually go crazy with the grip aids but when it comes to sweat it can be so frustrating and sometimes dangerous so don’t feel bad about using them.
I agree, for most with sweaty hands, stainless still works and for some brass works well too!
See if you could bring a personal fan to class along with the towel PenelopeAnn suggested.
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With aerial equipment you’ll want a professional to hang it if you’re not familiar with the house.
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Once you have the lessons again start with the Bridge stretch https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4deccca1-6624-4065-bc2e-7e100ac37250 and work your way down to the Adv. Ballerina stretch. Choosing all or some of them each time you cool down.
The Back mobility routine will help a ton too! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/53000190-d198-4e3e-8e30-6b2c0a9aa0eb
Don’t forget to foam roll or use a tennis ball on the shoulders, lats and back too!
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As StrangeFox said, totally normal. The reason I have you focus on pole holds is to build strength. It’s not meant to be easy, for my method beginner doesn’t always equal easy, it’s about building a foundation! This way you learn proper body mechanics and building strength helps prevent injury! Your studio isn’t wrong to do holds with arms extended, it’s just an easier option but it doesn’t build strength in the same way. It’s great to work on both holds!
Something to remember for extended arm holds, don’t pull the shoulders back and down, instead start neutral, then allow the arms to extend from there.
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Yes! You can choose from any of my programs here! They will guide you for 30 days.
If you want to work through things on your own then simply start at the beginning of any section and work from there. All lessons are place in the order that allows you to build up to the next. With the exception of the bonus lessons, these are a bit more random.
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Is it the skin or the muscles of the hands? Sounds like skin?
For me the finish I use determines how bad my calluses act up. Brass is really bad, the purple SV pole we use to sell (had a special powder coating) that almost never gave me calluses!! The other finishes fall in-between. I use a lot of lotion all day after poling too.
If it’s muscular that all takes time and being sure to fully warm up and always stretch after helps a ton.
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If you have limited space and can’t fit your whole body in frame, try pointing the camera a mirror.
If you want to look taller, keep the camera low, if you’d like to look more like you normally would keep it mid level. If you can get a lot of distance over head can work but if it’s too close you’ll just look stumpy.
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New lessons that have uploaded are always listed in the daily update. If there isn’t any thing new, then you will see 2 random lessons in the update.
If I post a new lesson I share it here as a discussion, post it to my IG as a story and Twitter.
We have some new things we’re working on so stay tuned!
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Regarding the lessons?
If so watch the first lesson of the 30 day program or the First lesson of the Beginner section. They tell you how to use the site. In fact any first video listed in a section tells you how to proceed ðŸ˜
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I won’t feel like an elbowstand because with the Iguana mount the hands are behind you, the legs work the same but the arms feel totally different. I would guess it’s a matter of flexibility and or fear of not doing it right.
Think of it this way, you’re not going to contract a muscle group and then hold….you hold first, as in, lower the body weight into the hands, THEN lift the body. It takes a lot of front folding flexibility to do this and not jump.
Do you have a video of you trying the move? It feel a bit like the Twisted grip handstand press but with both arms. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/5519a74c-1fc4-47c1-84ac-6eee0a9aa0eb
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That’s great to hear!!!!!!
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Until you find the right fit for you put some couch cushions down, they’re better than nothing!
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Hi Shihyu Liu! I’m glad you like the Take off program! Almost every other program I offer you’ll be able to start on now that you’ve finished the take off program. The flow program is a great next start or the basic invert program. Keep in mind that you DON’T need to be even close to an invert to start the program. Hope that helps!
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Hi! Shihyu Liu you’re totally not alone in feeling that way. For me I have to workout in the morning (I’m NOT a morning person) or I just don’t do it. If that’s not an option everything the other suggested will be helpful.
Also know that the programs here are a guide and you can swap out other routines on days you feel low energy. For example doing the flowmotion routine instead of a pole strength routine is better than not doing anything at all. 🙂
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Nice to see you 💜
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I saved myself money and went with these!!
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I don’t know of any other fitness or aerial website that is like ours.
Once you’re ready to come back the 30 day take off program is perfect for those coming back from injury or those who have never exercised before. The 3 conditioning routines at the beginning of the section are good as well. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/routines-pole-lessons
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Along with trying a grip aid (no waxy grip aids!!) make sure you have your hair up!
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Rag “n” bone man – Human
Puscifer – The Rapture (fear is a mind killa mix)
Ariana Salalas – Peel me a grape
Anything Christina Aguilera!!
Here are some google play stations I love
Code Your Face off
Tropical House beats
Imelda May Radio
You spin Me Round Radio (80s music)Youtube: I’m loving Synthwave music right now too!!! Here’s something to get you started https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF58Lsvqg5E
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People often but poles off members here. You can also try posting to IG!
