Veena
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Doing your flexibility training right after lifting weights is a wonderful way to gain flex! So try that. We all have areas that seem to be stubborn so it’s not unusual that you have tight flexors and flex hamstrings.
You can foam roll anytime!! Even in the middle of the day if you feel tight. Try reviewing the Foam roller section as well.
My favorite stretches are the Lunge thigh stretch and deep lunge. Try doing some work for the adductors and abductors too like the lying diamond and sitting outer thigh stretch. 🙂
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In that case, you could give the shoulder conditioning lessons a try if you have them. Heal quickly!
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I would avoid doing anything the DR hasn’t recommend in regards to the shoulder. You could work on everything else though!! You can work on stretching the lower body, conditioning and strengthening for the lower body and even core. There may be some floor work you can do. Once your DR has cleared you for exercise you’ll want to start off by doing conditioning work for the shoulders to strengthen them for spins and such. You don’t want to start off doing spins with your should issue!!
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Hi! It’s normal to hit a plateau, so don’t worry too much about it. The best thing to do is to change it up!
Change the order, (now that you know the stretches do them in reverse)
change frequency, (do training for flexors 3 times a week for a little while)
change how long you hold, (try holding stretches longer, or shorter)
change the stretches you use, (use the other stretching listed in the individual lessons or try adding new stretches. I hear good things about members using my lessons and Alethea’s dvd together)So remember there are stretches not use in the routines that are in the individual stretching lessons, and everything is in order. Look at the descriptions and see which stretches target the hip flexors. You’ll also want to work on the quadriceps. Are you foam rolling the hip flexors or using a tennis ball on them before and after stretching? Are you doing any heavy strength training that involve the hip flexors? This can tighten up the muscles. Also, if you are focused on how tight a muscle always is then sometimes we cannot mentally let go and relax. Our minds are very powerful and sneaky. lol
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Aw you guys are so sweet! Thank you for the kind words! 💜💜💜
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Hi Vette. As Robin mentioned I have flexibility training lessons here too. There are individual lessons that break down proper body placement and technique for all of the body including back! There are also 3 twenty minute routines!!
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A grippy pole means you’ll have to be spot on with your technique. It doesn’t leave room for sliding into the right position. I personally love a super grippy pole but, I remember the first time I used my TG xpole I was shocked at how much trouble extra grip was! Think we don’t realize how much we settle or slide into place until we use a grippy pole! I would suggest practicing on a grippy pole or using a sticky grip aid like Cramers Firm grip, if you can. If not, when you practice at home or in studio, focus on nailing each position without sliding into place.
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Listen to your bodies…..If you are sore all the time, you need a break. Eat well after your workouts and throughout the day. A colorful plate is a healthy one. SLEEP, don’t skimp on zzzz’s. Poling 6 days a week for 2 hours is a lot, if you are working that hard you really need to make sure you eat well and rest. 🙂
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Try a clothes steamer or an iron set to steam! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdjeYnLLaBw
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Do not buy the Carmen Pole!!!! Stay with big names like lil mynx (our pole) or xpole and PS. You can use all of these poles on carpet. I have my SV pole on carpet right now 🙂
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Aw thanks guys. 🙂
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Depends on what you’re looking for in a pole….
If you want to set up and remove your pole fast, and have fast switch from static to spin and back, then the Studioveena pole would be great. It’s the standard 45mm diameter and has a great purple powered coated grip! It does adjust from 9-10ft!
If you want a pole that you can take with you places or change the height significantly then go with xpert, x-pole. Unfortunately they don’t have a powder coated pole, so choosing a finish that works for you can be tricky. My suggestions are the Titanium gold or… for dancers who have moist body skin (if you tend to sweat a lot all over when you exercise) try the brass. I would go with the 45mm. You will need to use a hex key to unlock the xpert from static to spin.
Both can also be used on vaulted ceiling if you purchase and adaptor.
Here’s the SV pole. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8YW4HEd3gQ
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Doing ab work isn’t bad there are some that can be very helpful both during and right after pregnancy! The exercises shown here are similar to the safe exercises I was talking about. I looks like there are 4 in her series.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cdSxWvF06g
Also once you’ve had your baby The Switch conditioning exercise is great for after baby! https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4df4be6f-3160-46c9-9e73-67a10ac37250
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Rainbow, make sure your legs are warm enough!
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Most of the conditioning exercises can be done without the pole. I use the exercise bands in the lessons and instead of looping it around the pole you can use a door 😀 there’s also stretching and lessons on foam roller that don’t use a pole. You can also do floorwork!