[Veena]

These are great goals guys! I’m hoping to pole dance more consistently, I tend to find other things I have to get done and then I miss my pole time!!

[Veena]

Just finished filming this morning and will be posting on Thursday!

[Veena]

Hi! I’m so glad to hear you’ve been enjoying pole so far! I’ve never stuck with anything this long in my life lol

After the 30 day take off head over to the beginner section and starting right at the first lesson.https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/beginner-pole-lessons Remember all of the beg. inter. and adv. lessons are listed in the order in which to try them. It’s not random. Think of those individual lessons as self guided programs.

Also the climb may seem boring, BUT it along with the pole sit will be super important as they become transition moves for cool tricks. Not moving up the pole in a climb isn’t a big deal, it’s understanding it and moving into crucifix that is super helpful.

Can you do a pole sit and climb? If so try some of the routines here. When looking at the routines check the related lessons to see what moves I’ll be using. Then you can see if it’s right for you.
Beginner routine https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52f1c95d-1750-4284-b6a9-1d820a9aa0eb
Beginner sexy routine https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/570c285c-3a5c-4853-ac31-29d7ac110003
Sexy pole strength routine https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/59a77509-3878-441f-9f6f-3399ac110005

As far as spinning pole, yes, it will change the dynamic of the moves you’ve learned, I introduce spinning pole in the beginner section. Once you can pole sit and climb you’ll see some more challenging beginner combos at the top of the bonus pole move section. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/0be46ea6-80df-11e4-8790-22000aa50c0d

Let me know if you have any questions!

[Veena]

Hi! That’s totally normal and you might even see some bruising later.

Here’s something that will help prevent unnecessary pain this. My rule for working on new tricks is limit yourself to about 10 attempts per side, 20 mins is a long time to work on one move. If you keep working on the same move over and over, chances are you will only make yourself sore and sometimes all we need is to step away, let our brain absorb what we just learned and try later in the week.

[Veena]

Hi there, welcome to he site. This is such a tricky one to answer…the pole you sure get is the one you can afford. So much affects grip. Climate, skin, your pole space. Just know that for the most part you can find a grip aid that will help you with any pole finish. The most common finishes I hear people complain about are chrome (but I think most buy chrome to start) and powder coated. I have every finish and love brass the most, then powder coated, SS, TG and last chrome. I have dry to normal skin and have lived in humid, cold, dry and hot climates. Brass and PC have been the most consistent.

[Veena]

Hi Colleen! Hope you’re having a nice holiday. It’s a good decision to do the program instead even though you’re not new to stretching. Sticking with something is the first step as you mentioned, but also remember that every time you dance use your full range of motion. Don’t skimp on elongating movements just to work on a new move. I have seen wonderful gains by training this way. I see a lot of people work on moves without being mindful of creating length so keep that in mind.

[Veena]

I would contact x pole.

[Veena]

I have both bees knees and the old version of mighty grip knee pads. I like them both.

[Veena]

Just knock on the ceiling it will go from hollow sounding to solid when you find the joist. 😊

[Veena]

I’m sorry to hear about you having to leave pole, bit that’s exciting your taking up piano 💜

[Veena]

That’s great news!

[Veena]

Turns not returns of resistance

[Veena]

That would be waaaaay too tight. Tighten till you feel a few returns of resistance then push and pull on the pole. Try the spin mode and if its spins well your good, if it’s slow and clunky it’s too tight.

[Veena]

I found the instructional video for steaming https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/50ccac91-674c-4915-8e13-3b120ac37250

[Veena]

Sounds like you’ve over tightened the pole.