yrngrl
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I wear these: http://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Womens-Low-Rise-Short/dp/B002XULOP0
Cheap, comfy, and good crotch coverage— along with a sports bra (usually these ones from Target, also cheap and comfy with cups inside so junk stays put and doesn't look so smushed)–http://www.target.com/p/c9-by-champion-women-s-molded-cup-racer-bra-assorted-colors/-/A-13788713?reco=Rec|pdp|13788713|ViewedPurchased|item_page.new_vertical_1&lnk=Rec|pdp|ViewedPurchased|item_page.new_vertical_1
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I believe it recommends half hour to hour in advance. Once I forgot and used it last minute, and it was noticeably less effective.
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I too have super sweaty hands. What is working best for me (I was having the same problem you describe) is using Tite Grip about a half hour before class. It doesn’t add tack but it keeps my hands totally dry, which makes it soon much easier to keep my grip.
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Is there a difference between Exotic Dancing and Pole Fitness? What is the difference if any? I think so. The moves you do may have a lot of overlap, but I think your mindset is the main difference– as in, your motivation for doing it. I'm not so focused on the sexy aspect of pole (in general), I'm more interested in the strength/flexibilty/fitness end of it. Does this mean I never indulge the sexy side? Of course not, but it's not my focus.
Do you think people should use their real names when they perform/go to classes, or should they use a stage name? Why? That should be a personal choice. I have done bellydance performance in the past, and we often used stage names. Personally, I don't have anything to hide, but I totally respect anyone who prefers to keep that side of their life separate from their everyday life, especially for those whose day jobs could be adversely affected (I used to teach elementary school, so I get it!)
Are you a “Discreet” pole dancer, or an “Open” pole dancer? Why/What are the positive and negatives to each? Semi open, striving to be more open. At this point I'm telling people, but being choosy about it. I am not so naive to not realize that some have very negative images of pole dancing, but at the same time, I also see the opportunity to educate people and help them view it more openly.
Do you think pole dancing should be a family sport, or reserved for adults? I don't have a problem with kids doing it, as long as the sexual aspects are kept out of it for them (not slinking around on the floor, that sort of thing).
Do you think StudioVeena should be 18+? Why/why not? Not sure
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I'm too new at this (just a few months) to comment on some of your questions intelligently, but I will say from what I have learned so far (trial and error, observing others) that for me, pole-appropriate clothing tends toward the booty shorts and sports bra (sometimes a fitted tank instead). When I first started, yoga pants were ok, and I still like them sometimes if I'm going to practice a lot of spins to save the skin on my legs, but as soon as I started learning to invert I started to understand pretty quickly the importance of skin contact with the pole and clothes that won't get in the way. I'm not normally someone who dresses scantily, but I'm getting over it! I haven't worn shoes (well, not heels. I have worn modern dance shoes/footundeez type stuff ), but I'm starting to see the appeal of those as well.
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How old are you? 39
How long have you been pole-dancing? 3 months
What got you into pole dancing? I took an aerial silks class in March, and I was really tempted by the poles! I had thought about it off and on for a few years but couldn't work up the courage to try.
Why pole dancing and not something else?/What makes pole dancing special to you? It's extremely fun and really great exercise. I always wanted to do gymnastics and stuff but never did, I feel like I'm getting a taste of that sort of thing now, in a more fun way. I've taken some form of dance lesson (mostly tap and bellydance for the past 15 years or so, so the danciness aspect appealed to me).
How did you first find out about Studio Veena? How much time do you spend on here? (hours a day/week/month) Just googling around. I spend a couple of hours a week here, mostly looking at the lessons and the forums. I've learned a lot from both.
How did you choose your tag (AKA User Name)? Eh, didn't give it much thought. Don't particularly like it, actually! 🙂
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Of course…eating more lean protein/fiber/whole grains and less junky carbs and crap is going to help. You stay fuller longer when you eat high fiber and protein, which makes it easier to eat less and feel satisfied. But I still don't think it's rocket science, just a lot of work.
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For instance…. eating just 100 calories more per day than you need (a handful of chips, a slice of bread…not much) can equal a 10 pound gain in a year. If you are trying to lose weight and not carefully watching what you eat, it's VERY easy to end up with little result when it takes so little to derail things.
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This might sound a little jerky, but I don't mean to offend. I was obese most of my adult life, and now have been at a healthy, even lean weight for several years. I tried so many things over the years to lose weight, and I have really strong feelings against relying on supplements/pills/fad diets/etc to lose weight. Losing weight is HARD. That's the honest truth. If you aren't losing weight, you're probably eating too much. Harsh maybe, but the truth almost all of the time. It's easy to be "sure" you're cutting back, but studies have shown time and time again that people, even dieters, tend to overestimate the calorie burn from exercise, underestimate how much they're eating, and then think something "isn't working" because the weight isn't coming off. To finally lose the weight and keep it off I had to get out the measuring cups, spoons, and food scale and use them at EVERY meal. Keep an honest and accurate food diary. Research how much food I need to lose weight. Exercise daily. It was hard, and tedious, but it works, and in a healthy way– I didn't cut out any food groups, didn't take any weird/at best useless/at worst dangerous supplements. Shortcuts and easy ways out do not work in the long run, because until you learn how you need to eat to maintain the weight you want, you will just gain it right back. Believe me, I know, I made that mistake several times before I finally got that staying thin requires a lifetime of effort. I still keep a food diary, for instance, and weigh myself every week so I can catch slip ups before they become problems.
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"The ball end of the Hex Key is for rapidly screwing in and out and the other square end is for final tightening. You cannot get the required leverage to lock the static and spinning or adjuster with the ball end."
This is the key piece of info I wasn't understanding at first… I was just using the ball end. Once I tried the square end, problem solved!
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Thanks for the link… certainly made me remember I'm far from alone in having a messed up stretch mark stomach! And there's a good reason for it, right? 🙂
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I was having the same issue, and found I hadn't tightened them enough either (I was using the "rounder" end of the hex key, and I think that's why). I was having to re-tighten every hour or so, now I haven't had to in weeks. Yay!
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Another vote for belly dance. I'm also new to pole, but I have belly danced for years and I'm sure it's helped.
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Thanks so much! I remembered we had it, but then when we were lining up the three screws to not hit the threading we made it a bit tighter. So I backed it off a third of a turn (just until screws all lined up again) and now it spins smoothly!
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To the ceiling?