Tigerschic041721
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This should be the other thread https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/Split_grip_alternative_20140627101743 started for grip/trick alternatives if you are interested to follow or contribute 🙂
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@Veena, for instance the jamilla I don’t see an alternative grip but do you think there is any way of getting pressure off the bottom arm to achieve the same trick? I see this and the jasmine/shooting star used a lot in transitioning between tricks so I’m just wondering what else could be done…like even getting into superman uses the bottom arm for support do you suggest just trying to power through without the bottom arm for this one?
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Pretty pixie you are right I guess we would just need to be extra attentive to keep hips up/body sideways to keep that hold since the bottom arm is not there to stabilize like it would in SG. Do you feel with the regular grip you end up more in the armpit/bicep or folding to forearm on the pole (for bottom arm)? Veena I wish I could use my arm in that way but not even a partial SG is an option (for me). The only type of SG that doesn’t cause the pain is if I am inverted for example in ext butterfly. Seems like it would be the same but I guess it’s a different type of pressure.
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Yes I have this exact same problem and never thought before to explain it similar to a shin splint but it really is (x2)! From what I’ve researched it does seem like it will always be an issue that even when given rest will flare up again 🙁 however I have not tried the powerball but have really been wanting one since this issue is definitely hindering my pole progress in general. Pretty much every move that’s being taught lately is with split grip which is so frustrating! Only once so far has an alternative been given…other than that it is “required” which I don’t think is right. I’ve tried searching the threads for some more specific “do this move this way instead” without so much luck but I have come to the conclusion that no, split grip is not always required and an alternative should be offered to avoid INJURY. That is the biggest thing that I don’t see instructors understanding (surprisingly)…I’m sure we could get through the pain and yes even we know we can hold that pose but at what cost? I think I will start another thread (since it looks like I’m not the only one with this pain) to get more specific like “I do this move with split grip but I can also use a whatever grip…”
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I had to go up a size in pleasers…I’ve never been a size 8 in my life but there was no getting my foot into that 7 because of the toe strap like not even to give it time to stretch. I felt like the size I had to get was way bigger/loose at the time but I’ve been able to walk in them so far with the ankle strap on tightest. I hope they don’t get even bigger due to the nature if the material and wish they had half sizes!
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If you could figure out shipping I would want this because I’ve never actually seen stainless available. Will it fit a lower ceiling height (extensions remove to what height)?
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Haha he says it’s not magic 🙂
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I need help with this too I feel the same way like it’s magic! But I have been told not to use the elbows at all and instead reach hands all the way forward so the body can sink lower with each exhale….I still don’t get the same fold as the bendy people but maybe it’s helping lol. Looking forward to other responses!
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I’ve been needing the same help although I think yours looks great!! I cannot for the life of me get my knee to hook so I’m only hooking at the ankle and at best the calf even though my hips are up as high as possible… Super frustrating with all the repositioning needed to secure a move that comes right after and not being able to just flow into a combo. Are there any stretches you guys suggest (maybe this will help)?
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Note to self: do not attempt a train performance! Lol
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https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=313101028865728&id=181408008701698
Whoops here’s the link!
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What deere said! Basically an outline of what’s expected of the instructor/policies and class curriculum.
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Looking forward to reading! The only ones I’ve seen before are from the PFN (pole fitness nutrition) facebook page
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As a teacher of individual level classes I always note the advanced girls coming back to refresh their beginner level skills and have them progress from a basic move that’s being taught to something like you have mentioned…working up to one arm and focusing on technique or variations of the move. We can always find something to work on! From my personal pov as a student attending mixed level classes at other studios I feel like these could be great classes if they were planned out but I usually notice new girls with the “deer in the headlights” look getting left behind or advanced girls not getting any pointers because they “should know” how to do it. I’m interested to hear success stories of how any of you make the mixed levels work to everyone’s advantage in case I ever find myself teaching one…afterall, students pay good $$ to learn in class not just stand there!
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I think try squeezing lower more towards the knees and you will be able to lean your chest slightly forward to keep your balance (squeezing up too high makes me fall back because there’s no room to go forward)