AllysonKendal
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I’m not really sure about Go! Go! Go! but for whatever reason (probably because I just saw them in concert a week or two ago) Arcade Fire stands out to me a having bunch of songs with very strong beats and a lot of really distinct parts.
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I’m nowhere near a power poler… However I am a person with very little rhythm… Would finding a song with lyrics help? Just kind of know which moves happen during certain verses/words?!?
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Thanks guys. Very helpful!
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Again with the edit button I am really NOT* using these grips yet. Haha
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@blondebird, I’ve seen your videos and your strength and grace amazes me. I cannot believe you have any grip issues what-so-ever!
I’m just a beginner with used (but still slippery) 45mm chrome X-pole… but I have found that putting the space heater on the pole helps tremendously. I don’t love using grip aids… (as I just dont like having residue on my body) but while I’m waiting for the space heater to warm my pole I am usually at my macbook watching some SV videos, so I’ll put my powerbrick (which gets really warm) on my hand and thighs and it warms up my skin and that helps too.
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Thank you so much Veena…. and what a relief. I’d hate to think my inner thighs are burning from a day spent doing things backwards!
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Whoop! I got the lessons too. I thought my husband would be annoyed by me spending more money on pole… But when I mentioned I was thinking of getting a subscription (before even mentioning the sale) he was so supportive. Very happy!!!
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I have a little FlipHD camera and the “tripod” (it’s only a few inches long) I have has these crazy bendy legs so it can hang anywhere. I haven’t tried if for pole yet… But I’m planning on it.
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I got my Chrome Xpole for 2 major reasons…
1. I found a good deal on it
2. I felt like it was a somewhat “standard” pole (if there is a such a thing)I thought that it being pretty common and with a difficult grip, and so easy would require me to build up strength so I could eventually get on any pole and be alright. I didn’t want to worry about taking a pole class or attending a pole convention where they used slicker poles.
HOWEVER, looking back I do wish I got a a grippier pole. In theory learning on the “harder” pole sounds nice… but really it can be discouraging. I think building my strength and confidence on a pole with more grip would be nice.
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I’m up for a weekly check in!
But I’m with Veena on the time table, as I go I may decide I need to repeat week 3 or something…
Right now my splits are pretty pitiful… so my goal is really just improvement.My goal with my spreadsheet was just to organize the information provided on that website. I’m just the kind of person who needs charts and graphs and spreadsheets in my life. I’m not endorsing it per se, but I am going to give it a go…
Hopefully I can start following along with Veena’s lessons soon. In the meantime I’m doing my stretches, I’m trying Veena’s core exercises… Oh and working on my March (and first ever) challenge! Eeek.
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I’d also love to know if there has been any improvements?
I feel like I’ve been going through a similar thing: https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/Home_sweet_home_20140228090342
Recently I’ve had a much better pole session at home but still not studio level. I also know the frustration you’re feeling. It is extremely discouraging to come home and want to show off to your husband and look like a complete mess.
I’m new to pole.. But I’m staying determined. I do feel like your instructor has a valid point about building muscle. Thats how I’m looking at it. You see these super strong pole dancers dancing on lampposts and street signs without a care about the metal type. That’s my hope I guess…. to just be able to pole regardless of the material. I mean there are the grippier poles, but if you’re only using them… if you go to a studio, a convention, a workshop… you might have trouble. I’m not 100% sure what they would use… but I’m trying to learn to be adaptable.
So yeah, I’m trying to stay positive… but yes, its not always easy. Especially as a beginner, when it seems really easy to just give up… but stick with it. I’m going to…and I guess we’ll see how it goes!
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Thanks AnnVan. I wasn’t sure it was grip really because I was always fine with my pull ups and such… but for some reason my spins would just slip. I was falling, and tripping over myself… it just wasn’t pretty.
But whatever it is/was…. I cleaned my pole and turned the heat way up in my space and warmed my body up. I can’t say exactly what did it but I had a MUCH more productive pole session yesterday. 🙂
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Yeah, there probably is no real reason to leave the hotel anyway (sounds like thats where the action will be). I do remember there being a really nice mall though. 🙂
I’ve never done a skype polejam… what do you during one? Motivate each other? Try new moves?
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It’s great to be a planner! And it does look like a ton of fun so I see why you’re super excited.
I think I’m going to set a few goals for myself to hit by my birthday… April 1st. And if I do maybe I’ll feel more confident with pole. At this point I’ve only told a few friends I’m doing it, and not my parents. Not for fear or judgement over the stripper stigma… Really just because I’m not at a point where I’d want to show anyone…
And also I’m sure my family is going to want to do something for the 4th/moms bday… But I think if I get myself where I want to be and propose it before they’re all planned its possible. And even if you have a roommate or two we can still meet up and say hello… you can tell me all the awesome things you have planned and I can copy! Haha!
And your license plates… Ok I’m a license plate snob. I think it can make or break a nice car (it’s a all about the accessories). Well, I just think RIs are subtle and nice… But the wave gives it personality so it’s not boring (like our piss yellow reflective license plates). Then I read this article once on how in RI the number on your plate can be a status symbol. Apparently people pay top dollar for a low number… But mostly they get passed down from generation to generation. Any time I’m in RI I try and spot “important people” with really low numbers. You should google it! It’s cool!
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Welcome! My undergrad degree was in Bio too! I know why you needed to really focus, it’s not an easy major!
Nice to meet you and happy poling!