Saphyre
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I'm making one of my favorite falls recipes on Sunday. It is Beef Daube Provencal. Kind of a fancy stew, but it slow cooks in the oven and melts in your mouth!! Should we just post them here??
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First, let me say that I understand that you just want to know there is a way for you to receive constructive criticism, and from the comments you have seen you're not getting that vibe. As a woman nearing the age of 50, and who is very new to poling, I would be totally put off if someone told me I looked weak, or ungraceful, or even "just okay". The comments I receive are a big part of what keeps me motivated and keeps me from feeling that this is something I shouldn't be doing. There are lots of different ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and body types that have chosen to love this form of exercise. Some inspire awe, but everyone here is just, well.. inspiring. As everyone mentioned if we are looking for specific help, we ask for it. As Chemmie mentioned, your idea of sexy may not be the same as someone else's. What would our world be without diversity? Having the balls to post your videos, even if you know they aren't that great, is sexy in and of itself. I truly don't believe anyone here is being untruthful with their comments. They are being supportive of their fellow polers. Some of whom they have been connected with for a long time. Plain and simple. That's what Studio Veena is all about. If you need help with a move, or if you need that constructive criticism, there is no better place to receive it.
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Thanks eilata! All I can say is that it works! My practitioner is fantastic. She explains everything to me as she goes along, and my results have been nothing short of amazing. I totally agree that there is a time for Western medicine and a time for Eastern medicine. I am fortunate to be open minded enough to reap the benefits of both worlds. My attitude about everything in life is balance and moderation.
I admire that you have taken this on. It helps so many people!
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Yes to the bloodflow thing, but it does more than that. I don't know the technical aspects well enough to explain it correctly, so I won't even attempt that. The trigger point massage does quite a bit as well. I would give this a try. I am truly amazed with how much better it feels. I went to class tonight and I finally felt STRONG! Inside and Out!!
Persian, I have found that acupuncture has been way more effective for my muscle/ tendon/joint pains than it was for treating my migraines. Similar to your experience with your stomach versus knee injury. Not really sure why that is, but at least I know it is super for backing up my pole journey!
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Hi CapFeb. First , let me say that I absolutely loved your submission for the Veena Scholarship!! Very raw and beautifully put together.
Ah! The acupuncture!! It is going extremely well. Even better than I could have hoped for. She uses a 2 step approach, but both are geared towards trigger points and "channels", as they are referred to. First, she massages. This is not your typical massage. She is probing for the problem areas. It is not gentle. She focuses right at the trigger points and right in the joint as well. It hurts like a son-of-a-beeotch! Next come the acupuncture needles. She places them at the trigger points and along the "channels" for that particular area. This also hurts like an SOB, but once they are in place, it calms down. I cannot move my arm when the needles are in because it is painful. She usually works on another areas while the needles are doing their thing. I have issues with my piriformis, so she takes care of that as well. Once the needles have been removed, she does a bit more massaging to ensure things have loosend up.
I have had 2 sessions and will have at least one more. Mine is a bit more complex due to my wrist injuries, but the tendonitis relief has been REMARKABLE! I am usually absentmindedly massaging the area all day long, but I am not doing that anymore! Even after the first session, my first day back at class I noticed that my elbow felt stronger.
Don't let anyone tell you that this isn't a valid form of treatment. Some doctors still scoff at Chiropratic Medicine too. I believe there is a place for all types of treatment and sometimes even combining them. I see a chiro twice a month, and I get massages twice a month. As I mentioned below, I stretch, heat, roll, strengthen. Once I started acupuncture, the pieces fell into place and I am finally seeing results. Keep in mind I am almost 30 years older than you, so you will probably get even better results!! Let me know if you decide to do it and how it goes!! If yo have any questions, please feel free to ask away! xoxo -Susan
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Happy Birthday, Webbie!!
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That was freakin' incredible!! Thanks for posting Chemmie!
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I haven't done very much either!!
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Well, I bought a costume for a party I was supposed to go to. The party got cancelled because the couple throwing it broke up after 6 years! So, now I have something I can wear it for! We'll see if I can pole in it…Definitely a challenge!
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What a great article!!
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So, first let me say this isn't a "sympathy" post. I lost my Mom in 1999. I miss her terribly, but I tell you. She would LOVE, love, love that I'm doing this. She was always very supportive of my little endeavors. I stopped by my parent's house one day, totally decked out in leather because my husband and I were on the motorcyle. She took one look at me and said, "Oh! How cute!" I said Mom, I'm supposed to look badass. She said, "Sorry. I think you just look cute." Haha! I posted a video on Facebook (and here) back in July called "Just the Moves". On FB, I dedicated it to her because I recorded and posted it on her birthday. The rest of my family is supportive, proud, and amazed that I pole dance. I will be recording my September Challenge tomorrow. The song I chose is one that my Mom loved and I will be thinking of her as I dance. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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Hoping to record my challage tomorrow!
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Welcome Lauren!
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Sasha, what is vaporizing? Is that like using a bong?
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Time for me to move..hehe
