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LOL yes, I’ve used larger than 50 (often found in bars) and I’m not fond of it for hand grips, but everything else wasn’t bad. Yeah, it’d be much easier on you guys if you had a smaller pole!

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hahah, can you imagine kissing someone with glitter beard!!!

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I hope you find some of these suggestions helpful! Also if your hands aren’t slipping from sweat try making sure the pole and your hands are warm. It will also help you feel more secure once your grip strength improves. Check out the hand strength exercises in the conditioning section for help with grip strength.

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Yeah, I’ve got about 5 from my Periscope broadcasts. If you go to my profile here https://www.studioveena.com/videos/index/bc36cd42-d89d-11df-ab19-12313b090e12 you’ll find them all. A good number of viewers just listen in at work 🙂

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Hi, welcome back 🙂

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Let me know how the lesson works for you!

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I agree cotton doesn’t hold up and tends to become too baggy, at least for bottoms. I don’t care about matching sets and I buy more bottoms than tops. I like bikini tops for pole. 👙

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I hope everyones injuries are improving by now! Keep in mind ice is great for the initial injury and if you find there is swelling after using that muscle group. Heat works well for soothing and improving blood flow to areas like tendons, ligaments and lower blood flow areas. The theory is that by improving blood flow it can speed up healing, so for some, icing too often can slow down the healing process by decreasing blood flow. Massage and foam rolling after the muscle has been warmed is helpful too.

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Not spam 🙂 Am I understanding that Gaiam TV change their name to Gaia.com?

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Belated Welcome! I’m not sure how I missed this post! I hope you’re enjoying the lessons so far.

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I have a 30 day take off program that’s included in any lesson package purchase! It’s perfect for new dancers or Rhodes getting back into pole. You can check out the lessons for 3 days free if you use this code GET3FREE! It only works once tho and I suggest starting by watching each getting started lesson so you’ll have an understanding of how they work.💻📱

Happy thanksgiving to you too🦃

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Front tie dragonfly’s are super cute for sure. The only BK thing I have is a romper from years ago!

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Yay! I have the black PC xpole but I never got the extension for it when we moved so I haven’t used it much! I’m happy to hear they had them available, last I knew they were not in stock! 💜

I love pole for the workout and expression for sure!

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I so glad to hear you both like your new stages!!! 👏🏻

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Happy birthday! 🎂 If you know you’ll be moving again xpole might be your best option, then you can add extensions or remove them if needed. I love the powder coat option on the lil mynx and it’s also a nice pole. So I guess it would be a question of what’s more important, finish or “move-ability” 🏡🏠

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Yes, you can use an xpole with popcorn ceilings, I have. A few pieces may fall off when you set up or take down but it was not noticeable. If the popcorn texture is very big and thick you may have issues with the dome staying in place. You could always get the permanent mount for the pole.

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I hope you got the pole apart Team!

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Second what everyone else said! Strengthening is a must!! 💪🏻 If you’d like some guidance check out the lessons here, there are some nice conditioning exercises that would help! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/conditioning-exercises

I have to be careful with my shoulders as well, they’re not crazy flexy but I’ve struggled with stabilization the exercises and being aware really helps!

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Sorry I missed this morning took Mr Monster to the Vet. No worries he should be ok. I did manage a quick scope while waiting for my kids to get out of school.

My question to everyone is https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/564e686d-fd4c-4d3c-a561-444bac110091

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Dragonfly, I welcome a helpful suggestion on pole wear, but it doesn’t really fit in this thread, so it comes across as spam! If you would like members to know about your product feel free to start a new thread sharing with us. Thank you 😊

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Let me know if you cow up with a plan or time, I can share it to the SV Fb page too

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Hi! Can I ask why it’s such and important move for you to achieve? This is an elite level move and with that being said, are you aware that not every move is appropriate for everyone? How is your back mobility at this point?

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Yeah, crazy!

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Thank you for the update! 💜

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For some people it’s also the size of the legs that prevent crossing in pole sit. If you’re looking for alternative options for pole basics check out the lessons here! For example, in sit, cross at the ankles instead. I’ve taught men before and usually hair isn’t a big issue, unless they’re super hairy! Most men want to focus on strength based moves but don’t be afraid to have them try things that are more dancy!