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Thank you!!!! I think we came up with something fun!!!! So glad you were in scope today!
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There is no more chat room. 😓
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Good question! Hopefully someone will know!
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Long story short….50s were standard because that’s what we in the US and Canada saw in strip clubs, some clubs had even bigger poles made out of all kinds of stuff. But venders like Platinum stages who provided poles for a lot of clubs manufactured 50mm. So that’s what we who decided to teach it used, because that’s all we knew existed. As we started meeting polers from around the world dancers realized that the smaller the pole the more grip control and often more extension and mobility you can get out of a move. Pole companies are always wanting to sell more and introduce new product so now you have a selection. 38s are awesome, but my 40s are my babies right now.
I still remember when the first 45mm was made available in the US, I also remember being one of the first few here in the US to use the 45 TG finish 🙂
This was in Dec, 2009!
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I wanted to bump this again to remember members to label videos so they are placed in the right section and to remind everyone to check out the DANCE video link.
Remember the terms DANCE, FREESTYLE, OR PERFORMANCE will put your video in a section where member can go view full dances. Clips are fun, but there’s something about sitting down and watching a whole dance (even if it’s clips put together) that makes for good entertainment and inspiration!
Please give your support to the members who put in the time to create these videos, I know how time consuming it can be! Great work everyone, I love seeing your creativity!!!!
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Hi there! Three months isn’t a long time to have been poling, unless you have previous back ground in fitness or have been taking class several times a week this whole time, this spin is probably not appropriate for your level. A spin like this is an adv. intermediate level spin. It requires both shoulder strength and flexibility, and while less strenuous on the body than the reverse grab, it’s still not beginner level. This is probably why you feel strain in the hand/wrist.
You might want to ask your studio for an alternative for this spin. You’ll find tons of great lessons here (in progressive order) to help you build strength and mobility for spins like this. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons
As for tips: Static spins are all about timing so understanding which is the push leg and which is the swing leg is helpful. For this spin the outside foot is the push or in this case “planted” foot and what was the inside leg is the swinging leg, giving you the momentum you need and helping you pull away from the pole. Having the feet too close to the pole when doing static spinning is common, so make sure you’re not standing too close.
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Welcome 💜💜💜💜
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That’s cool you both are poling!!ðŸ‘ðŸ»
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Great post! He was here in the Bay Area just about 2 weeks ago!!
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And you won’t loose your profile.
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Oh so you want to resub now before your time is over? Then click the contact link and mention you would like to get another yr. 😊
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Ok, this was super cool!! It’s not a dance but a fun acoustic version of Kiss done on the subway! https://www.facebook.com/studioveenacom/posts/10153839645894442
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It’s not automatic, but you should receive and email telling you it’s time to renew. To subscribe again:
Click on your profile name
Then click on the Account option
You’ll see info there 🙂
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If you take a look at the related lessons below you’ll see things you can do to improve lines and strength! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4cc828d1-78d8-419f-b83b-1c610ac37250
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Hopefully you got it worked out, yes it’s an older model without joints 🙂
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Hi! Even though you are intermediate still start by going through the beginner pole work and start by watching the first pole lesson. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd006a7-c45c-4c1e-b6b6-4a870ac37250 This video tells you how to use the lessons. You don’t need to watch every video in the beginner section but it might be helpful to go through the pole and spin work. If you’re looking to work through things on your own move onto the intermediate section, just remember that the lessons are in order so they build on each other.
You’ll find a lot of helpful info in the Veena’s tips section, think of these lessons as mini workshops. Also you’ll see many options in the Routines and Combo section.
You could also try using the 30 day program but then add on any more advanced work that you like, I doubt you’d loose strength, you might be surprised at the gain you see. The 30 days doesn’t just include pole work, there’s conditioning, flexibility work and warm ups as well.
Anyway, whatever section you choose to work on just watch the first lesson this will give you the rundown on most things. Read all descriptions too! 🙂 We have a sale going on this week so nows the time to buy the year plan!
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Here’s the video on how to do it https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/5323be07-4da4-4159-a10f-01b00a9aa0eb
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Ah that’s super exciting! Congrats!!!
As far as my hair goes, I have naturally dark brown almost black hair so I bleach it first, then add the color. If you don’t bleach first you won’t get bright results, unless you have very blonde hair (I wish!!). The brand of color I use now is Arctic Fox, the color isn’t damaging and has conditioners in it that leave hair feeling soft so the only damaging aspect is the bleaching. I try not to overlap on to previously lightened hair when I redo my roots.
To keep color bright stay out of the sun, don’t wash it too often, but if your hair is oily it will fad the color too. lol You can also put a small amount of the dye in your conditioner to keep the color fresh. Colors like red, pink and purple seem to last the longest, blues and greens fade quickly! I hope you share pics with us when you do color your hair. 🙂
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Have you purchased the lessons?
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Remember that you don’t have to work on moves like this high up on the pole. If you don’t feel comfortable in handstand, try coming down onto the elbows and working on it. Keep working on the reverse handstand tho, you can do this every pole session and the inverted crucifix is a fundamental move that will help you with so many other moves and transitions. Don’t forget you can work on the reverse handstand by the wall!! Try adding any of the routines into your pole sessions that focus on lower body or add in some lower body exercises from the exercise section.
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I’m glad to hear you are resting! As said, see a dr. I also do not agree with partner stretching, it’s a very bad idea, I know it’s common practice, but that doesn’t make it safe!
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Members seem to like the flowmotion routine and the 30 days to flexy is great too! The promises of quick flexibility sounds great but overall you want consistency and proper training. This fb live talkes a bit about my thoughts on stretching and flexibility. https://www.facebook.com/studioveenacom/videos/10153819252579442/
You’ll get way more content than a dvd with the lessons here as well.
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Being aware of the change that needs to be made is a very important step in correcting old body patterns. Anytime you workout or do any kind of exercise be sure to focus on holding the new correct posture.
Many of the conditioning exercises here will help improve body mechanics overall. The hover https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/56c9381b-b644-49b2-9a88-0d5dac110003 And the switch https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4df4be6f-3160-46c9-9e73-67a10ac37250 can be helpful in reducing low back pain. Strengthening your abdominals and hips can help as well 😊
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Here’s today’s fb live. Talking about flexibility or stretching, what’s the diff? https://www.facebook.com/studioveenacom/videos/10153819252579442/
If you found this helpful please share it with a pole or fitness buddy 🦄
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Have you tried the 30 day take off program here, to build your strength and technique back? There’s also my 30 day caterpillar program that’s a more advanced way to build strength! We can’t expect our bodies to get right back into all of the moves we once did. To pole with less injury and more progress a plan is so helpful! 💜
