[Americasntm]

I would say keep at it. You're really not that bad off! I've seen bigger girls get up on that pole! I am 223lbs. My average weight is 130-145. So you can imagine how hard it is to do basic workouts. I was pushing 140. I'm 25. I just gained weight from not being active and eating. But I know how you feel. For me, it was like I needed to lose weight just so I could exercise so I could lose the excess weight. I would recommend working on strengthening your muscles. I couldn't do anything because my muscles weren't strong enough to do basic exercises. Once your muscles feel toned you'll be able to do alot of things. One thing I've learned about pole dancing classes it that you really don't work out alot (Depending on instructors). I've been to two different classes. The first studio I went to was one on one for the most part and that class kicked my ass. It was the best and worst 2 hours workout I have ever done. I went to a different class that had about 30 girls in it for 1 hour. I sweated and did the workout but when you calculate how long I actually worked out as we took turns it was probrably about 25-30 minutes. I would just be aware of that. I think most pole dance classes are geared towards having fun and not necessarily training you on pole dancing. I liked the first class I took because I was on that pole for 2 hours straight with a highly trained professional dancer. I think if you took a class like this…you would see results even faster. I  hate being overweight, I hate the sweating, I hate the thigh rubbing. But Just keep at it. Your muscles will get stronger and to me that is what makes for success. Not how long you've been actually on the pole. I stretched and toned my muscles and when I got my pole…I went upside down in like a firefighting spin! With no experience. It wasn't the prettiest but that was impressive and it was because I had the toning support! Keep at it. You'll lose the weight. How long do you pole at your classes? Do you have a pole at home?