JeHanne
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Hello!
Just make sure to center it under a stud/joist. You can go to the xpole website and watch the installation video.
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Sweet!!!
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Thank you for the info Distracted! I haven't installed a top loading pole before. This sounds very simple, I like that!
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How does the Aradia pole install? Do you need a stepladder to do it or can you do it from the floor? I went to the web site and could not find any product pictures or installation instructions. I have been considering a second pole… is it a single piece?
Interesting!!!
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I bet you will love them all once you get them! They will keep me busy for a while. : )
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@ Cupcake, I LOVE these DVDs… each and every one of them. She is just SO DARN CUTE! A contradiction considering she is a super athlete powerhouse. I love all the details she puts on moves, I am learning so many new things from basics up. I just had to agree with you… I like the way you said her 'stylizing'… that is exaclty it. They are my absolute favorite pole dancing DVDs.
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The longest time is finding the stud. It takes me about 5 minutes to put the pole up once I know where the stud is. I traced a circle around the dome when it was up so when I take it down I know exactly where to put it up next time I put it up. There is a penciled circle on the ceiling but it's my ceiling and my pole is almost always up.
I also use a small magnetic level, most of my time is spent making sure it is level. Then I tighten it well and test it a few times… jerk on it, light spins etc.
When I take it down I remove the top dome and the bottom piece. I leave the pole and x joints connected so storage is essentially a long tube, a top dome and a little bottom piece. So when I put it up I just attach the bottom piece and slide the dome on. I am 5' 8" and manuevring it is easy. Its top heavy due to the dome but no big deal. I like that I can do it myself and I do not need a step ladder to put it up.
Now if I disassembled it completely to where the joints and the pieces were all apart, it would take longer for me to put it up again. You have to center it on a joist. I have seen pictures here where a huge chunk of ceiling is ripped out when a joist isn't used… that scares the crap out me so that's why I have the penciled circle on my ceiling.
Go to the xpole site and the assembly tab, you can view a youtube installation video. I have the X pert because I wanted spin.
I hope whatever you decide on you love it!!! People here use all different kind of poles so you can get great info on other poles too. : )
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Hi there,
I have an X Pole and I absolutely love it! The first time I put it up one of the X joints stripped and I had to buy a new one. You can be sure I've tigthtened them to keep that from happening again. Hopefully.
What I like about my X is that it doesn't leave any marks on my ceiling or floor and it feels very sturdy, I feel safe on it. I also like the way it looks. It is easy for me to take up and down by myself. You do want to make sure you center it on a joist.
X pole doesn't seem to have a good reputation for grip. Mine is pretty slick and takes a while to warm up. I figured if I can pole on an X I can pole on almost anything. ; )
I have read positive and negative feedback on all of the major pole models out there. It's not an easy decision to make and they are expensive. Regardless of the pole you decide on, I hope you enjoy it!
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He has a lot of content posted… will be a fun read especially since he has such a great sense of humor. Thanks for sharing!
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Cupcake, I wasn't aware that she goes through physical therapy but it makes sense considering the demands she must place on her body. I was impressed with the utility of the stretches and the beauty of the production. Its packaging and content! I'll go look for that interview/blog. Thanks!
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LOL! Okay I'll write a review… for the flexibility one… have not seen the others yet. I did the flexibility DVD tonight and loved it. So what did I love about it?
The warm up in this DVD is a true warm up that begins with gentle range of motion exercises then progresses into core strenghtening moves and finally cardio type moves that are done on the floor. These did raise my heart rate and warm my body so I was ready for stretching. They were clearly demonstrated and progressed in intensity.
Felix has beautiful form in all of the stretches and the voice overs synch with the movements that are being discussed. Her instructions are precise and clear, her voice is very confident and encouraging. The set is beautiful with rich purple silks behind her and a warm wood floor. It is very clean and her body is filmed to show appropriate angles and form so you are able to follow along easily. Her attire is simple and it is easy to follow along with her movements since her clothing contrasts with the background.
This DVD stretches the entire body! There are stretches that work upper body, lower body, shoulder/wrists and spine. I liked the variety of stretches and enjoyed seeing shoulder stretches that I have previously not seen before in any other exercise DVD. I also appreciated the forearm stretches. As pole dancers we really show no mercy to our poor shoulders, forearms and hands. Felix definitely accounts for this!
I loved, loved, LOVED that after doing backbending stretchings they were followed with forward bending stretches. That really impressed me since so many fail to balance the spine stretches. I normally have to pause my other DVDs to do some forward bends post backbend. Not so with this DVD!
There is additional strethching content as a DVD feature! I did not do it tonight. Called it a day after 60 minutes due to some chores and responsibilities I needed to do. Looking forward to going through it later though.
What I would suggest be done differently… I would like to see the stretches held longer. However… the stretches are held for 30 seconds or so which is perfect for most. Advanced stretchers like longer holds… I see that as extremely minor feedback since it is not applicable to most people. I do not fault the DVD for having average hold times.
This has become my favorite general flexibility DVD. I can't wait to get through the entire set of DVDs!
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I got my DVD set today!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Im in the US… waiting to receive them. Did pre order a while back. Can't wait to get them. Thanks Runemist34 for the reviews!
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I was going to mention the Aletheas dark videos. I love those! I also like the use of light in her 13 video where the light is placed close to her and the shadows are emphasized in shots. Also this one is neat the way the doorframe of the room is used in the video like you are getting a glipse into one of her practices. The mirror is used to angle the light and also showcase her movements. Also the switches between close ups and full body movements add a lot of variety to the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-3h-s9wy94&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
From a creative standpoint, her videos are by far my favorite.
This will be a neat thread to follow, I look forward to hearing about the videos others like.
How fun for you to get a shoot together!
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Glad they have calmed down for you! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
