Runemist34
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I actually was trying to do this today, Lillybilly!
I was thinking that I wanted to try to work on my balance while upside down (as I've never actually tried it) and attempted to stay in this position as long as I could.
Looking at the hands, though, I should probably make some adjustments to my positioning… might make things a little easier!
Thank you!
Also, I've heard it called a "Candle stand" before, too, so I think that works!
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Best thing I could recommend is doing them from the ground, and taking it slow. You need to grip HARD, even with ample thighs.
Also, for the CAR, think about turning your knees Inward, toward the pole.
Make sure you and your pole are warm before attempting these, because it can be more slippery if you (or your pole) are cold.
Gemini I know that you actually are also gripping with the back of your armpit (if that makes any sense) and, as you drop the other leg, you'll find the grip changes, and your hip gets in on the action as well. That's why I suggest going at it from the floor.
CKR can be really strange till you figure it out. Place your top foot (that would be the bent leg) as far toward the opposite hip as possible. You can even hold on to that foot with your hand. You'll be placing most of your weight against your bent knee, and along that thigh. It sounds really uncomfortable, but you'd be surprised.
Take it SLOW. Like I said, practice from the floor. For things like the CKR and the CAR, try getting into position and then lifting up, as if you're coming out of the move. You'll learn both the grip, and how to get out of the move when you do this (first few times I did the CKR, I could barely sit back up out of it. Much flailing happened).
Pain happens. It's a thing us pole dancers deal with… and learn from. Mostly, when I find I'm in pain from a move, I know that I haven't got quite the right grip point for it. I've given myself bruises from this, too! Keep trying, let yourself try different places to grip, and work with it.
You guys will get it 🙂 Don't fret!
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A friend of mine (he's a crazy martial-arts fitness person) told me to use my foam roller, lay down with it on the small of my back, and do a full plank. I could use my hands to hold on to the pole above my head. It's freaking hard!
I'll work on my ploughs and shoulderstand though! I was also trying to incorporate bum-lifts (into like a shoulder stand, kind of) into my strength routine too.
We'll get this, D! We'll get it… *shakes fist*
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Bah! I really need to work on my inverted crucifix. I'm going to do that today. I think it's a major trick day for me, and then maybe I'll do some proper dancing tomorrow or something.
If it clicks for you before it clicks for me, you have to tell me your secret, too 😉
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You ladies are singing my song. I have had issues with this for the whole time I've been attempting to invert. I can hang on the pole with my arms, I do pole holds, I can do tucks, and if I swing my leg, I can actually hook it on the pole.
Yet, once tucked, my butt just doesn't want to go up. Usually what happens is, tuck and then I try to straighten my arms in order to lower my head… and my whole body just goes down. Some kind of strength isn't there yet, or I just don't understand what I should be doing.
People have told me to "bring my crotch to the pole," but… do you know how hard that is?
I am also fairly bottom-heavy. Most of my weight hides in my hips, because they're fairly large, though I don't consider myself pear-shaped. I also have very long legs, so once I'm tucked, all my weight is over my bottom half, no matter what I do. I often wonder if I need super-human strength just to do a tuck-invert!
But… I keep working on it anyways. One day! I have to believe I'll get it one day.
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Actually, I was looking at those shorts before! Unfortunately, shape wear tends to roll and move funny on me, and just does not stay where it should. Not a whole lot to “shape” anyways, as most of it is just that my hips are large. But, I may try them anyways! They do look cute!
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While I don't have a spinning pole, I sort of understand the principles of it. Much of it has to do with what YOU are doing- body closer to the pole, it'll spin faster, and body farther away, it'll spin slower. I also know that you don't want to give it too much of a push, or it'll just go like heck really fast!
I'm also positive it's a lot about practice. You'll learn how your pole moves, and what kinds of things you can do to make it do what you want.
Just try little poses, things you know you can hold for a while, and see what happens when you just lift your feet off the ground, or push your feet so that you spin. Or what happens when you try a fireman spin, versus a carousel spin. See if you can hold a pose and make your pole move just by wiggling or flexing your muscles. Explore it!
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Hey!
Yes, I still get dizzy, and I've been poling for about 4 years! If I do too many spins in a row, I will get very, and have to take a break.
Generally, if you work and practice at it, you'll stop being quite so bad, and be able to do more tricks together.
I would also recommend doing the same thing other types of dancers do when they have to spin: Pick a point on the wall/pole/whatever and keep looking at it till you can't anymore. I find it very useful to actually look at my hands, or the pole, when I'm spinning, as it's not really moving around like the room is!
For walking, you can always look at the wall in front of you, till you come around, and then you can look at the opposite wall.
I found that, while in class, you're not doing so many tricks or constant walking around, because you need to pause to let others use the pole (not always an issue, depending on the size of your class), or you're getting instruction from your teacher.
Empty stomach can sometimes make it worse. I know it does for me!
Honestly… it's okay. I've heard of lots of people complaining of dizziness, and it always seems to be resolved, either through practice (your body just gets used to it) or through little tricks, like keeping your eyes in the same place until the last minute.
Keep at it!
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D Luxx- I'm 5'7" I believe. Unfortunately, we don't have a DOTS here, and I can't seem to find anything good on the website (if I'm looking at the right website!). I'm thinking I may have to order online, because the only dance store here in Nanaimo is where I got my last (and only) pair of shorts, and… well, as I said, they don't do the job properly. That store is more geared toward tiny ballerinas, not curvy pole dancers!
PortableNinja- I also have a 10 inch difference between my waist and hips! It's very difficult to find clothing… especially pants!
I do actually have a pair of under-armour shorts, but the're not as short as I need them to be. I might go and look around at the place I got my under-armour (I also have a shirt) and see if they have shorter shorts than I've got. I do love them!It seems like Nanaimo has an unfortunate dearth of good pole shorts… I assume this is because most stores think Nanaimo is fairly boring, and I don't think they're wrong. Some of us just want some sexy little shorts! Blargh!
Anyways… anyone know of some good online stuff I could peruse?
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I generally try to get in as much pole as I can… sometimes this results in 5 days a week, and sometimes only 2 days a week… but I also try to keep in mind that I'm rock climbing now, and I also sometimes participate in the fighting practice for my LARP each Sunday.
And also that my work is hell on my body. I stand for 5-8 hours each shift, and while they may not be often, it seems to really drain me of energy.
My goal is to get my practicing a little more consistent, and to stretch far more often (it's happening maybe once a week, these days, and that is not enough!).
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So many! Felix Cane is a big one for me… I have her whole DVD set to learn pole from, mostly because it's HER in it, and… frankly I don't really use them much.
Tara Karina, though she doesn't post or anything anymore, I still love to watch her videos (which I should do again!), because she's so graceful, has beautiful long legs, and a great energy.
Veena, OF COURSE. She's beautiful, strong, and helpful! One of the strongest people I know of, both mentally and physically.
And… I'm gonna stop at this last one… 'Cause I could go on for a while…
Steven Retchless! He is a SMOKIN' pole dancer, and has such emotion and expression in all of his dances! You can really see his background in dance show through, and the styles he incorporates simply adds to the variety of moves and transitions.
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Hey Jolene!
I've been pretty much "grounded" most of the time I've been pole dancing- haven't gotten into much aerial stuff until recently, because of my unfortunate upper body strength (well, general lack of strength, I think), and because I'm a bit afraid of being upside down!
The chair spin is a hard one, and I don't think it's strange that you're having issues with it. I STILL have troubles with some spins, and they're most of my trick-repertoir!
What did you feel was the major issue with it? Did you not get enough momentum to go around, or did you really kick off, and then find yourself slowing down? Were you unable to keep your legs up in the "chair" position? Did you thump into the pole a bunch?
I agree with Lana Lee, that it probably isn't to do with your strength (or lack thereof) but with technique! I've found the same issues throughout my pole journey, and every time I get down on myself about strength, I discover that it's definitely NOT strength that I'm lacking!
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Hey! I love those pixie cuts! They're soo cute!
For ladies with shorter hair, I really notice that it's less about the hair flips, and more about interacting directly with your hair. If you're comfortable with it (I know I'm not, because my hair will turn immediately to frizz), you can run your fingers through your hair! Up the front, down the back, or in the opposite direction.
Just think about all the ways you can fondle your hair!
I'm going to have to do some research, too 😉 I'm still growing my hair out, and haven't thought much about the head tosses!
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Just by looking through the pictures on here, I'm immediately seeing videos from Youtube, specifically if you search "How to Pole dance for Beginners." There's ones from Studio soiree, as well as another studio (whose name I can't currently remember), as well as quite a few pictures from the Pole dance encyclopedia thing (I'm so bad with names! They had a whole list of moves, with videos to go with them).
The "Star Site Secure" badges at the very bottom of the page actually take you to the Order section of the website, and thus are likely not secured by anyone at all.
I'd also like to say that their use of Flirty Girl Fitness pictures is straight up plagarism, and their use of Youtube videos in this way (as in, to make a profit) is quite illegal. I don't know for sure about the others, but I'm sure it's also quite shady.
It's very unfortunate that someone would do this, and I very much hope you get your money back!
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some e-mails to send…
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Oooh, so pretty! Do you wear them all out? One of those people that can just wear heels all day? 😉
I Looove your black shoes, and both pairs of boots. They're so hot! And some of your other shoes are super cute!
I need to start wearing my heeled shoes >_>