HyperHorsegirl
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Oh my goodness! I didn't realize how long that was. Man, I tend to ramble. I apologize!
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I'm almost 24 years old and I've been working at a commercial real estate appraisal firm as an analyst for two years. I got my Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance from Texas A&M University in 2010. My job is fairly boring, but I find it interesting in a way. Each new property always brings something different.
Basically, I do background research on the properties we appraise on things like tax structure, demographics, employers, employment trends, neighborhood growth, market trends for that property type, flood zones, environmental hazards, etc. I also write the front half of the report describing the details of these things as well as describing the particulars of the subject property we're appraising. Basically, I write the part of the report that no one reads. It's all about the number at the end. I do like my job, but it's stressful because I am the designated analyst for two appraisers. Normally, it's one analyst for each appraiser, but there aren't enough and I was the one chosen to pick up the slack. I struggle to meet deadlines for both of them and am feeling a bit burned out. I am taking classes through the Appraisal Institute with hopes of getting my MAI years down the road. The AVERAGE age for MAIs (Member Appraisal Institute – it's a professional designation, like CPA) is 55 years old. MAIs are few and far between and very valuable, and the vast majority of those who have them are approaching retirement. It takes many many years to get one, but I'm working on it, and if I choose to stay in appraisal, it would go a long way toward helping me get a job practically anywhere.
In the past, I've worked as an accounting intern for the corporate office of a large Dairy Queen franchise (39 stores), as a bank teller, a loan secretary in the same bank, and as a data processor, also for the same bank. So, Lavona, I certainly know what you mean about people in banks.
When I'm not working, I like to do crafts, pole, and play with/train my dogs. I also volunteer my time at a high-kill shelter here in Houston, helping walk dogs, bathe dogs and puppies, and council adopters. When I go to volunteer, I normally end up staying there 6 to 8 hours, so it's almost like I "worked" there that day. Still, I love doing it. Most people don't understand why because it's so sad, but I figure that if I can be a bright spot in that animal's day, I've done some good for it, even if it dies tomorrow.
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I convinced my boyfriend to let me watch it last night! We both were very impressed by your confidence and bravery!
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Nevermind. Gotta love google. NBC at 8/7c.
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This might seem like a silly question, but I really don't watch that much TV. What station/network is this show on? Time? I have no idea, but I'd like to support one of our own by watching.
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I have used it and like it a lot. I've never had any odd feelings after applying it.
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I like the idea of it too, but it's too expensive for me. I'd never spend $25 on one bracelet.
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My weak ankles make it very hard to dance in heels. I just don't do it. I keep telling myself that practice makes perfect and to work at it, because I love the way they look, but it's just too easy to take them off when my ankles start hurting/getting sore. My floor at home is soft carpet, so walking here is a no go.
One of the instructors at the studio ONLY dances in heels. Another only wears them if required for competitions. It's all preference, but I do agree that a heel that FITS right makes all the difference. I have a few pairs of heels that I LOVE because they fit my foot comfortably and make walking in heels easy. I just haven't found that fit yet in a pole shoe.
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I'm the heaviest I've ever been too and I hate it. I'm 5'3" and approaching 165 lbs. I know that's not HEAVY, but after being around 120 through high school and college, I feel heavy. I don't think I carry it well at all and I think that 120-125 was healthy for me.
I'm starting Insanity on June 4th, so we'll see how I'm doing at the end of the 60 days. I'm not really one to care about the number on a scale as long as I feel good about myself and think I look good.
My problem is not my exercise. I walk my dogs every day (approx. 1 mile each morning) and I am at the studio poling 3 days a week. I sign up for all the cardio and "hard" classes that kick your butt. I was in the A&M Corps of Cadets in college. I know what it means to work hard physically. But, I've been sitting on my butt for two years during work and it shows. My problem is what I eat. I'm a VERY picky eater. But, it's not what you think. It's actually a mental disability of mine. Food makes me very nervous if it's not one of my "okay" kinds. I've had full blown panic attacks from being close to some foods. My throat gets tense, I can't control my breathing, tears come to my eyes, I shake uncontrolably, etc. It makes it very hard to widen what I eat. I've made good, but slow, progress in the past two years with some foods. Others are still way outside the realm of possibility. I find it very hard to eat a balanced meal because of these limitations.
Sometimes I wish I could just change my brain. I know with the way I exercise, I should have a better time with my weight, but my metabolism is shot. I ruined in in college because the the first two years in the Corps I had to eat at the buffet style dining hall for breakfast and dinner. Needless to say, my choices were very limited to nonexistant. I just didn't eat anything half the time, causing my body to "starve" since I was working out twice a day six days a week with my outfit. I was the most fit I've ever been, but I was also killing my metabolism. Now, whatever I eat gets stored because my body still thinks I could stop eating at any moment. I've never been able to get back on a regular eating schedule since my college days, no matter how hard I try.
I sometimes struggle with grip, but usually it's because I'm too sweaty or the pole isn't "right". Sometimes it gets to where I just have to give up, but usually, I can do some things to fix it, like warming up the pole, cleaning it, etc. Strength has been a big challenge for me, but with practice, I'm getting there.
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I can't stand the taste of coffee either. I really just don't like it. My uncle was convinced that I would "learn to like it" when I entered college and would "need" it for late night study sessions. Nope. I find a cold glass of orange juice just as good of a pick me up as coffee seems to be for everyone else. I do think that coffee smells heavenly. I just can't drink it.
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You should watch some videos on here of people with short poles. The one that comes to mind is https://www.studioveena.com/users/view/4eb77542-e138-4437-935f-33630ac37250. She does amazing things even with her pole space being so short. I know there are others out there. I just got my home pole last weekend, but I'm lucky enough to have 9' ceilings. Wish I could offer more help.
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I too have scoliosis with two lateral curves in opposite directions. My back looks like an S. The muscles in my back are also curved, so strengthening it is very hard. I also have a weak spot where my curves change directions (middle of the S) and if I do too much ab work (bicycles kill) then that place in my back hurts so much I have to stop. Still, I keep working and I have noticed a difference in my back flexibility since starting in October.
I also have a bad knee, which requires surgery. It doesn't bother me in every day activities, but if I run longer than a quarter mile, do anything strenuous, or are on my feet all day, it swells up and is very painful. I've had that happen a few times with pole fitness workouts at the studio, but I know to listen to my body and stop if it gets too much. It has swollen after class a few times with the strain. I know from physical therapy that if I don't push it, I will never strengthen the muscles surrounding my knee that help me do more with less pain. So, I don't worry if it swells a little bit, but I do listen and stop when the level of pain gets to that point where it's no longer good for me and more of a detriment.
My weak ankles make it very hard to wear shoes and stay on my tip toes, but that isn't as much of a problem. I just rarely wear shoes!
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As chemgoddes already mentioned, Pole la Teaz, my studio in Houston, was originally started in Atlanta. After starting Houston's PLT, the owner went back to Atlanta and I think that the studio is still open there. I've never been, but I love PLT Houston so much! The variety of their drop in classes is outstanding. No matter what I want (slow/sensual, booty work, fitness oriented, learning new stuff), I can find a class to fit my mood. I can vouch for Vertical Joes though. Just saw "Fiya Starta" perform tonight. Awesome!
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My studio is doing a 90 Day challenge currently and I'm on day 17 with that. We have to focus on health eating, working out regularly, and getting to the studio three times a week for a class (open pole doesn't count). I need to get more fit and I'm starting Insanity on June 4th with my boyfriend. Still, I'd love to extend the challenge and do something with you guys too.
I'll try to have some goals worked out by tomorrow.
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I just worry about that type of flooring slipping on the carpet and causing more issues than the pole height itself.
I think I'll try it like it is (no extension) and see how it goes. That is, unless SV has a way to let me order just the part I need. Fingers crossed and hoping that they do have a way to do that. If so, I would love them FOREVER!!! (Well, I already do, but I'd love them more! For longer than forever!) If I have to go through X-Pole, I'll really kick myself.