Maria-Elena Kadala
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Veena has a demo on decorating shoes, so that might be a way to salvage the torn patent leather ones … you'd be recovering them completely, or just maybe the torn areas, but at least you can still use them.
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I still have to use Bonine (meclizine) before working on spin! other techniques are focusing on the pole while spinning (not always possible), and "un-spinning" myself or LorLynn does.
I will definitely try the MotionEaze, because it sounds cheaper than the Bonine.
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Yes, probably overuse, it happens to so many instructors. Ours have taken to demonstrating more on their non-dominant side to avoid injury AND they insist we do everything on both sides!
I've found that taking arnica helps, and I use ginger (a natural anti-inflammatory) in my smoothies daily. Recently started experimenting with "magnesium oil", which isn't oily, it's water-based; it's the magnesium in Epsom salts that relieves muscle spasms. I spray it on the sore areas after a workout. I think it helps with recovery. I ordered mine from Amazon.
You might also try icing the areas that tend to get sore, keep an ice-pack at the studio! It's such a simple thing, one tends to think it can't have much therapeutic effect, but my PT always emphasizes it.
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A friend went thru this, and it was resolved with PT — and time.
You should check with a medical professional, to determine the severity, before you do more physical activity.
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It's not the same song, but something with a similar feel:
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We all tend to suck at everything in the beginning … and it can be discouraging to see people successfully before you do. What I've learned over time is that there are some things that will come easier to each of us.
I've been poling for four years, on & off, with some major set backs from injuries and illness, and it's really discouraging to start over. Through all of this, even though I can do some more advanced tricks, I couldn't do my bleepin' chopper (just got it last night, can't say "nailed it", but I got it). Also, I've slid by favoring only one side, so now I'm taking a Level 1 class working on my weak side only, and it's pretty sucky right now. But I'm still doing Level 3 to keep up the more advanced moves.
It took me longer than my classmates to invert at all (of course, I was 30 years older than the rest of them) but eventually I did, and then I could Gemini/Scorpio switch before the rest of them … mainly because I couldn't chopper and I taught myself to get into the inside leg hang.
And for reasons I can't explain, I was way ahead of the rest on CKR and CAR!
So don't get discouraged … just endeavor to improve, compare yourself to yourself only. If you've ever been to one of their workshops, you'll hear champions tell you about what they suck at!
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abcollins, I looked at your links, and regarding Protein Powders, it says
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Protein Powders
As discussed in a previous chapter, protein powders have been staple of athletic nutrition for decades and exist somewhere between food and a supplement. While obtaining all but the highest intakes of protein can generally be done with nothing more than food, protein powders can provide convenience and flexibility for athletes having problems meeting their protein needs. They can be especially valuable when athletes travel and may have their normal food patterns disrupted. Specific types of protein powder are discussed in Chapter 4.
For the most part, buying protein powders commercially is a losing proposition, you will pay twice as much for half the product and I recommend that athletes find reliable online suppliers to purchase protein powder in bulk. I’ve provided a few online resources at the end of this book that I trust to provide quality product at a good price."
And this is how they work for me … not as a staple in my diet, but as a supplement. One doesn't need a lot of supplementation for post-event/training recovery, but some level within the specified window optimizes recovery. I prefer the liquid smoothie before training/events … probably just psychological … but I don't want to be digesting a substantial meal before I have to run for 90 minutes (or invert for 9 seconds). It's the quickest solution to post-training/event nutrition when I'm too tired to think about preparing anything more complex.
It's my standard breakfast, because it's the easiest/quickest way for me to get my particular metabolism (with diabetes) on an even keel in the AM. And that being said, I try to get the right balance of nutrients from "real food" in my other meals.
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Here's a link for post-training recovery meals:
http://www.cookinglight.com/healthy-living/fitness/post-workout-meals-00400000046491/
"What you eat after a workout matters! No matter what time of day you exercise, the key is to follow up with meals that combine protein, which helps your muscles recover, and carbohydrates, which replenish energy stores. For best results, eat within 30 to 60 minutes after exercise, when muscles are most receptive. During this window, an increase in enzyme activity makes the body more efficient at storing glucose for energy and building protein in fatigued muscles."
This is what I learned in the pro clinics, and echoes what Chemmie said about the time window, My post-recovery nutrition is more like a snack than a "meal", ie, not that many calories, but just enough to promote recovery. My recovery drink of choice was described in previous post, but it doesn't have to be a drink (although you probably need the fluid anyway).
Find out what works best for you, and work it out with your ED counselor to fit it into your program.
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I use a recovery drink with a scoop of protein powder, frozen pineapple (bromelain) and frozen greens (spinach or kale) with ginger and turmeric. 1:3 protein/carb ratio
As a soccer referee, I've found my perfect pre-game nutrition is some kind of protein shake, with a mix of frozen fruit (berries or pineapple) and frozen greens, with some additional supplements.
4 years ago I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, despite have no obvious risk factors, and I manage this with diet and exercise. I've found the proportion of protein/carbs that works for me, but it's an individual thing. I learned in the professional clinics that post-event/training recovery is optimized by appropriate nutrition, but I'm not as diligent as I could be, unless I'm feeling the hypoglycemia.
I use SAN Infusion, because it contains a lot of ingredients I would probably add to my smoothie anyway, and the proportion of protein/carb works for me, especially since I add extra carb with the fruit. Plus it has some fiber. They say 4 scoops is one serving, but that's more protein than anyone needs at one sitting, so I go with 3. You have to shop around to get a good price on it. After trying many different protein powders, ths is my preference.
But read the labels, and only trying different things will lead you to the right choice for you. It's important to understand that strength work munches through the glycogen in your muscles, so you want to replace that as well as protein. I actually need to use glucose tablets when doing strength work (such as pole), but even HIT cardio training does not deplete the glycogen the way even light strength training does.
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There's two versions of the song "Layla" … a generation apart, I love them both.
Now that I've popped my video cherry, this gives me the best reason ever to try another!
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How's your leg now?
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These are all adorable, I especially like the middle one.
I've ordered from Discount Dance for years and I'm happy with them, but never tops, as I have some challenges with fit. Bra-less isn't an option for me!
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Count me in … I'm a retired software engineer, so I understand the value of Beta tests!
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My personal favorite:
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Wow … here we often share the information when other studios are offering workshops! No studio can't afford to bring in ALL the big names (except those studios where a lot of big names reside!).
I suppose it could be an issue if there's been something untoward between two studios, but I haven't had the experience of an owner getting their knickers in a twist because a student went to a special workshop elsewhere. I know that instructors — even the owner — has gone elsewhere for workshops!