The author shared their excitement about progressing in pole, successfully completing a pole sit and climbs, and noticing the initial burn was lessening. They asked for advice and encouraged other beginners to share their experiences.
What the replies say: Many members related to the initial burn and celebrated the author's progress, sharing their own experiences with the discomfort and the joy of achieving new moves. There was discussion about bruising patterns and how the body adapts over time, with reassurance that the pain does lessen.
AI-generated, may be imprecise · updated 9/9/2026
