Saphyre
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Hi there. I have had a lot of hip flexor issues in the past and I still have to baby them. Here is a little info that I hope might help.
There are actually 3 muscles that make up the hip flexor.
The Rectus Femoris is part of the quadriceps and runs the closest to the outside of your leg (just inside to hip bone). This muscle helps with knee extension. If you have pain when extending your knee, then it could be that muscle.
The Illiopsoas is a group of the other 2 muscles. The Illiacus and the Psoas Major. These run from the lower spine and pelvis into the femur. Since you felt the pain towards your crotch, I suspect the Psoas is the one giving you grief.
The first thing you want to do is use ice for any inflammation that may have occurred. Ice 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off when you are able. If you are an ibuprofen taker, this could help with pain. Rest is super important, so do that as often as possible.
Once the pain starts to subside, you can add in some foam roller massage, some heat and some hip flexor stretches. If you have Veena's lessons, she has some great ones.
Here is a link for the foam roller for Hip Flexors: https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd5206b-7ea0-4df1-a74b-78ca0ac37250
Here is a link for the Lying Thigh Stretch:
https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4df7637c-c880-4ab2-850c-6f590ac37250
This link is for the deep lunge:
https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dfca7ca-0fb0-4805-afbb-20310ac37250
Hope this helps!
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Ya know, I didn't think to ask! I'll let you know about that as well!
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The Veena pole just came out. I was the first to order one, but I won't get it until Thursday. Hoping to try it out soon after, so I will let you know!
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Hi LP. Aerial Gypsy has a blog about the different pole finishes available. Here is a link:
http://flexines.blogspot.com/2013/01/what-pole-material-do-i-get.html
Good Luck! There is also a new Studio Veena Pole available. Look to the right on this page ——————————————————————————————————————>
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Luvlee, did you order one too?!!
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I haven't heard of anyone getting a cold based on what they eat or don't eat specifically, unless you are sharing someone else's food and they have a cold. (Unless you're starving yourself and lowering your resistance) However, it is important to make sure you are eating enough and the getting the right balance of carbs and protein while training since you are pushing your body to it's limits. It amazes me how hungry I get when I work out multiple times a week versus 1-2 days a week. Protein is especially important after a strenuous workout.
Make sure you drink LOADS of water while you are training.
It is important to give your body the rest it needs. Make sure you take a day off of the heavy stuff, and instead focus on stretching and conditioning.
Could it be stress lowering your resistance ?? If so, you could try taking L-Theanine every day starting 2 weeks before your performance.
If I feel a cold coming on I drink water with Emergen C powder a couple of times a day and also take Zicam as directed.
If you are training at a studio where other's are using the same poles, you could pick something up that way.
Not sure if this helped or not, but good luck!!
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My pole has been shipped!!
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I absolutely detest the corkscrew spin. It's pretty, but it hurts too much. Teddy. I think some variations are pretty, but I really hate it. Have to agree with the side climb. I just don't think it's pretty or graceful.
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I just ordered one!! So excited!!
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Fell out of CAR (this seems to be a popular one) and landed on my shoulder. Just sore for a few days.
Fell when attempting Scorpio handstand, in heels. No injury.
Rug burn on my knuckle falling out of Superman attempt. Lucky I didn't break my finger.
Severe strain of Erector Spinae and Quadratus Lumborus after Allegra (another popular one). 8 weeks of healing.
Tore extensors and flexors (in forearm) when first learning spins. Body spun, but hand was overgripping and didn't move. Thought I broke my arm!
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Appendix Infection 8 (had that sucker removed!)
Slip on hardwood in my socks and hitting lower back on the edge of the stair landing 8
Migraines 9
Fall off my bicycle 5
Shingles 6
Breast Biopsy 6
CO2 Laser Resurfacing 10 (was out during procedure, but aftermath was horrid!!)
Tearing my extensors and flexors 7
Ankle Sprain 4
Wrist Sprain 4
First pole sit 4
Corkscrew 7
Remi Sit 6
First Scorpio 5
Superman 7
Allegra initially 4 then aftermath 8
Knee Hold 7
Teddy 5
SM 3
Elbow Hold 4
Trigger Point Acupuncture/Massage for forearms 7
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For me, the best course is just making sure I eat throughout the day on the day I pole. I can't tolerate any solid food for at least 3 hours after I get up, so I usually have a protein shake, or at least a Slimfast. Then I eat small snacks every 2 or so hours to keep myself full. I always eat my last meal 2 hours before I pole. Usually a good protein/carb mix of some sort. I also take SAM-e at that time. I also try to eat a banana the day I pole to stave off foot cramps. I eat protein as soon after poling as possible.
The one thing I always have in my pole bag for hunger emergencies? A Clif Bar!!!
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OK, I posted mine. For those of you asking what disco is…my video is mostly really bad disco dancing. I should be really embarrassed, but I know I am among friends!
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I recorded today! I have to do some editing, so probably will post tomorrow…
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Ohhhh yeahhh. I cannot drink red wine at all. I can drink a good white, but I have to limit it. I seem to not have any problems with Champagne!!
Apparently, I have issues with sulfa meds and anything with sulfates, as well!
When I was in Italy, I tried a red wine that did not contain sulfates. I ordered some. Unfortunately, they shipped it from California, not Italy and it did have sulfates in it. Needless to say, I had to gift it…