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Which way are you trying to get into it? I find it easier to go from an inverted pike than from a Cupid. Either way the biggest problem I had with this move was dropping my hips into it. Your top hand needs to be about a foot (+/-) from your butt. It would be helpful to know what your exact issue is. If you post a vid you will get better tips.
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For mirrors (on the cheap) I would suggest mirror tiles glued to the wall. You can get them for about 1$ per square and when you glue them they become pretty shatter resistant. I have kicked mine (many times) and no breaks!
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If you have sensitive skin you have to be careful with your pole cleaners. But I would try to avoid sandpaper (at all costs!) unless you are desperate.
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Acetone does a good job taking the crap off SS poles. That being said steel does get better with use. I have had mine for over a year and it is just starting to get grippier. Until your pole “seasons”, invest in good grip aides… You will need them.
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Acetone does a good job taking the crap off SS poles. That being said steel does get better with use. I have had mine for over a year and it is just starting to get grippier. Until your pole “seasons”, invest in good grip aides… You will need them.
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I’m not but I met a girl at IPC last weekend who is. Her name is Heather Ireland and she is AMAZING! She auditioned yesterday but won’t know if she made it till October 15th. Search “amazing pole stunts” on YouTube for her vids.
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@Modelesque polejunkies.com out of Calgary has it and when I ordered from them they didn’t charge for shipping.
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I use aloe Vera gel as a moisturizer. You can put it on immediately before you pole and it’s not slippy. Mine is 98% aloe, don’t get one that has alot of other crap in it it will just make you greasy. As for grip I strongly recommend trying tite grip with iTac on top. The Tite grip keeps the iTac from “melting” when you get really sweaty and if you are dry (like me) it gives the iTac some texture so you don’t end up with the grippy slippy plasticy type thing that seems to happen with iTac on dry skin. (if that makes any sense) I also heard that mighty grip is coming out with a grip designed for dry (Canadian and Russian) climates, I’ll be the first in line to try that one.
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My guess would be either some other form of aerial wonderfulness (silks, trapeze, or lyra) OR a guest instructor. Either way I am super excited!
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So let me say that I am 5’6 and 166lbs. I have been poling for almost 2 years now. I have never been able to list even 3 things that I am happy/proud of when it comes to my body. That is until I discovered pole dancing. In my first class I did I fireman spin and it was one of the proudest moments of my life. Pole can absolutely give you more confidence (not just for the sexy bits) Your confidence will come from your newfound strength and grace. Pole constantly amazes me in it’s ability to challenge and validate your abilities.
As for a cheap(ish) pole Lil Mynx is a good option. But I would first take a few classes (if you can) to see if you even like it. I was hooked from day one so spending 500$ on a pole seemed like a steal.
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There is a yoga pose called prasarita padottanasana that is perfect for gaining the flexibility to do handstand presses. Here is a link with pics explaining the pose http://www.yogajournal.com/poses/693
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I totally agree with Empy on the whole learning how to reverse out of a move thing, but I have to disagree with not learning how to fall. Knowing how to fall is like having a fire extinguisher, it’s for use in case of emergency. No one plans on the toaster exploding but shit happens. My point is that you can be as careful as is humanly possible/work within your abilities but we are not doing step aerobics here, there are risks involved and variables you can’t always control. Take a look at Jenynes fall in Zurich, she didn’t break her leg cause she knew how to fall. I agree tho that it is incredibly difficult to teach adults how to fall. I had it drilled into me as a kid and super yay for that! I am a pretty impressive klutz (seriously, stairs are my nemisis) but I have never so much as broken a bone. I have even had people comment on how gracefully I fall on my ass. So my point is learning how to fall is a good idea for life, not just pole… You can’t control everything.
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I would be interested in a 45 if you would consider shipping to Canada.
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@ beingalex my pregnancy flexibility did stay with me… It’s not all it’s cracked up to be. I now have “loose ligaments” which basically means my joints “pop” ALL the time! I have torn multiple muscles because my ligaments won’t hold my body together. If I stretch too far I am seriously injured. It is NOT fun! I have weekly sessions with chiropractors massage therapists and physiotherapists. The treatments are miseable (read:torture) and it has actually inhibited my flexy progress! There are no shortcuts to flexibility, only hard work. Don’t think that the grass is greener cause it’s not. It’s just a hell of alot more painful.
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“escape method”