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Happy birthday tomorrow DedeJoy!
Although I don't have carpal tunnel syndrome, I do have recurring wrist pain (started after pregnancy 6 years ago). If I am not METICULOUS in my wrist alignment, I'll feel it. Yoga has never bothered me–no pain in any arm balance. But sometimes during poling, I'll feel a twinge and if I am honest, I'll realise that my wrist is askew (meaning if ideally, the pinky-side of my hand is supposed to be 180-165 degrees to my forearm, when I feel pain the angle is more like 100-110 degrees). I think that the initial concern with split grip is strength to sustain the upper, weight-bearing arm. If the dancer does not have enough strength, she would likely use her bottom arm way more than she should. Thus if her strength is not there, she could be leaning on a wrist that may or may not be properly aligned. So if the strength is there, there shouldn't be wrist issues if the weight is properly distributed along the wrist seam. Mind you, that's my train of thought and I am not a medical professional in any way.
Gotta say, I'm really interested in this thread–learning a lot!
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What I was trying to say is: watch her alignment like a hawk. Every time she even touches the pole, make sure the carpal tunnel stays open and not pinched closed. I would not have her doing anything full bracket until she gains strength to bear weight single armed. -
Watch her alignment like
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I had a student who swore up and down that her hands were too sweaty to do anything. Someone gave her some grip aid to try and she became hooked. She would literally go through half a bottle in one 60 minute class! She slathered her hands and legs in grip and then would complain that the skin on her inner thighs were "KILLING" her. Well of course they were killing her if she relied on the grip aid instead of building strength! But the fact remained that her hands were so slippery that she couldn't hold on long enough to build any strength. Then I bought her a pair of football receiver gloves ($14) and made her climb and do other strengthening moves with them on. Don't know what happened but after trying on the gloves, her hands miraculously "dried" and she was able to work the pole. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif
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It may help to open into a straddle (after your outside leg hang to Jasmine) before flipping over. Like Empy said, it helps me get my leg skin off the pole.
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That’s so awesome! Azzwoo, you are so incredibly talented. Would LOVE to see the audition!
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Sorry Nymph, I didn’t mean to imply that it was an absolute truth! Apologies. I guess I meant that it’s pretty natural if your palms sweat. I should say that often, a new & exciting activity will stimulate some adrenaline, which may result in sweaty palms. My palms tend to be dry, but when I first learned Iguana mount, I was surprised how a sudden flush of sweat would break out over my body and my palms! Also, I think that as dancers become more seasoned, their hands will dry out more due to adaptation and exposure to alcohol or other cleaning solutions. So again, I apologize for sounding like a know-it-all, because if there’s one thing I do know, it’s that I hardly know anything at all!
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My opinion isn't really practical financially: start with a chrome 50mm and then switch to a chrome or titanium gold 45mm. When people are first starting pole, they mistake muscle weakness (all-over AND in the hands) for lack of grip. EVERYONE's palms sweat whenever they start a new and vigorous activity. But often people think that that is the only reason they're not sticking to the pole. I see titanium gold as a pole more appropriate for aerial work, meaning less appropriate for learning spins or first lessons. As for the diameter of the pole, my experience is that the 50 is best to learn technique with, and then 45 is amazing for the more advanced tricks (which require a firm foundation in technique).
I wasn't aware of Xpole selling brass poles yet. Sensualscimitar: they're being released at the end of June???
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My opinion isn't really practical financially: start with a chrome 50mm and then switch to a chrome or titanium gold 45mm. When people are first starting pole, they mistake muscle weakness (all-over AND in the hands) for lack of grip. EVERYONE's palms sweat whenever they start a new and vigorous activity. But often people think that that is the only reason they're not sticking to the pole. I see titanium gold as a pole more appropriate for aerial work, meaning less appropriate for learning spins or first lessons. As for the diameter of the pole, my experience is that the 50 is best to learn technique with, and then 45 is amazing for the more advanced tricks (which require a firm foundation in technique).
I wasn't aware of Xpole selling brass poles yet. Sensualscimitar: they're being released at the end of June???
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For real?! This is really unbelievable! I’m so sorry you were treated so horribly. Not only were they disrespectful, they tried to cheat you & they sound plain ignorant. Whoever made that comment as you were leaving should be fired & perhaps even arrested for fraud! (Not that I would believe they have them, but I have heard that titanium silver poles are only sold in Australia.) What a b*tch! If you can get out of that studio, I’d say: run. If they’re so blatantly dishonest, how can you ever trust them or even feel ok about giving them your money? But it doesn’t sound like they’ll be willing to refund you anything. That’s a tough position. Can they at least give you the equivalent in private lessons instead of taking a class for the semester? As a studio owner, I think that sort of behavior & the lying is unforgivable and I would encourage you to talk to the owner about your experience. They should know how their employee is treating the clients!
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Oh yes, Polefairy, I do see it now–I didn't realise to look for it on the Home page. Looks to me that you are only inches away from a solid Chopper! Actually, if you hadn't said anything at all, I would think that you were very comfortable with it! Stop beating yourself up, girl!
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Polefairy, I couldn't see the pic https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif
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Hi Joyful. While I agree that core strength is vital to Inverted V/Chopper, don't neglect your upper body strength (ie. biceps, pecs) or your back strength (ie. lats, rhomboids) either. It took me a while to do this move properly. A key ingredient here is to allow your torso to "drop" back (of course in a controlled manner!) and intend to bring your hips over your shoulders. Never fling your head back, but don't forget to look up to the sky. If you keep your sight on the horizon, you can't raise your hips up enough. And remember, even if your boyfriend can do a Chopper, he won't make it look as sexy as you can!
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Caitlin, I'm very curious as to what you mean about learning to invert on the "wrong side". Can you please elaborate on that?
Joyful, you WILL get it! It's not a simple move. A lot is happening in your body and in your mind. It may be something to do with your hip flexibility or maybe your hip flexors? Regardless, I'm sure you'll get it. Good luck! PS. I'm so jealous you get to study at Bobbi's!
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Here's a shout out to CorbyOConnor:
I know I run the risk of sounding like a stalker, but I wanted to relate this story:
I remember watching your vids on youtube, totally enthralled by your style and talent. I actually send a vid of yours to my teacher and said (this is a true story and can even be collaborated!) "I want to dance like her."
Welcome to SV!
