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Thanks
I tried a back hook just now and I managed it
It wasn’t pretty but I could do it !!!!
I think it’s a back strength issue for me . I will keep going

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BTW
I can do a side pole hold tub both legs up ( pole tuck ) without any problem but not a front pole hold
Not sure why

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Thanks . It could be but I feel it’s something else
When I fall forwards in the beginning of a fireman’s spin my leg oh the pole automatically comes down
It’s like a reflex . It feels horribly unstable
It’s like I need to learn something else first that lead into it more gently

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Not sure how the glasses photo got in there but maybe they are trying tu tell me something lol !!
Maybe if I had glasses I could spin !!

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Me again !
Just started the take off program . Also doing fitness blender and yoga so it’s about 90 – 120 mins of exercise a day . Started a week ago . Pole is now up in the basement .
No luck with the spins yet . Can’t even do a pole hold
I don’t think my grip is the issue as I am an anesthesiologist and I have great hand grip for one handed Bag mask ventilation
It feels like a back and upper body issue to me but I really don’t know
I suppose my question is – is inability to do a pole hold associated with inability to life legs in spin ie is A a prerequisite of B or not ?
Thanks

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Thanks everyone for your words of encouragement and reassurance
I am never did ballet or gymnastics or dance as a child so my body is totally new to this . If I hadn’t learned to ski in my 40s I would never have attempted pole in my 50s !
I a strong skier now so I know my muscles can learn
Pole is such a beautiful artistic whole body workout and expression of life , that I am committed to it
My sister got me into it . She is 59 and pretty impressive on the pole . This year I lost my husband in horrendous circumstances and I am still struggling with the aftermath
Taking up pole has been light in the darkness for me
Thanks again

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Thanks so much Veena . I am just about to start your take off program . I was waiting for my pole to arrive – it comes in a few days !!
I am glad I bought a pole that can spin now !
I too feel that spins take a lot of strength , grip , coordination and muscle memory
For me all these take time – longer than normal fire to my age and dyspraxia
The odd thing about the dyspraxia is once o learn I tend to do fine . Spins are asking too much of me until I build up from the basics
Thanks again for your encouragement and advice
You are the best !!