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And yes, oil free lotions like I mentioned help me grip without being greasy. Just don’t apply right before.
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I would steam it before you dance if you find the room and pole are cold. I would try the windex on it, it’s all I’ve ever had to use. I clean my pole with it once in a while, (for me) just wiping it with a towel cleans to grip. I don’t normally use grip either, but I tried a bunch on the pole when I bought it so I knew how it would react. The pole comes cleaned and shouldn’t really need a break in period. Let us know how it goes!
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Oh and do not use alcohol to clean this pole!! Use windex, or the steam method. I’ve found some grip aids make my pole slick. Mighty grip works great with the SV pole!
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Have you tried making sure you’ve used lotion the night before or a few hours before? Theses poles are clean when you recive them. I can’t use any pole finish if I haven’t moisturized my skin. I use Lubriderm.
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Nah, it's not dumb and your not the first person to ask that here! You can do a lot with it, from massage, to stretching and strength. As Danielle, mentioned there are lessons here on how to use it for massage and stretching. Here's a video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPGzgRzFv4U&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSFhttps://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Foam rolling can be amazing for muscle strains!
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You're very welcome!
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Princess Buttercup, it's not about hating your studio, but about keeping your well-being in mind. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif Before moving on the any inverted Split Grip moves make sure you're comfortable with your upright Split grip work, that will help too. If you're not sure what moves use Split grips you can always look on our gallery. https://stage.studioveena.com/galleries
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Sadly it's common….
Learning from other instructors is a great thing! If the studio you're going to offers quality instruction and fair pricing, then there shouldn't be any reason for them to get upset about students supplementing their pole practice elsewhere. I find the studios that know they're teaching might not be the best, tend to get their feathers ruffled if students look outside the studio for instruction. This doesn't mean all studios who dislike students poling elsewhere have poor instruction, I'm just saying it's one of the more common reasons. Owners having bad relationships or one studio feels the other has unsafe practices are also possibilities.
As Sparrow mentioned, there's always an option of home poling. I would hate to see anyone stop poling because of studio drama!
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Hmm it is very odd that they would not have taught an extended butterfly before Cartwheels. It also sound like you haven't done any split grip inverted work at all. What inverted split grip moves have they taught you?
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I really didn't pole too much during my last pregnancy (with the exception of the 1st trimester) because we moved across the country and there just wasn't time! But when I did have a chance this is how I approached it. I stuck with moves I was totally comfortable with. I stopped inverting and climbing high when my 2nd trimester came around. If you have issues with your joints feeling loose, (do to hormones) then you might want to back off on the spins as well, but I was fine. I focused on "dancing" and not so much tricks. I did squats with the pole and worked on maintaining pretty feet and hands while dancing. I only pole danced through my last pregnancy because I hadn't discovered pole when I was pregnant with the others. But with any exercise while pregnant, keep hydrated, don't over heat and BREATH. Avoid doing exercises on your back after the 1st trimester.
Anyway…..As far as getting back into it after baby, once your given the ok from your Midwife or DR for exercise, I would totally recommend the 30 day take off program! https://stage.studioveena.com/videos/view/50e4694e-a85c-4fa0-8e66-61940ac37250 If you have abdominal separation you'll want to avoid any ab work like sit ups and crunches.
I have stretch marks and extra skin, it's part of having kids for many women, and for some they stick around. I'm ok with my marks https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif I did a video called your belly after baby that has tips for "hiding" the extra skin and puckering from stretch marks. https://stage.studioveena.com/videos/view/d650d310-c3b4-11df-bc90-001b21721e0c https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Hi robinb, When you are new, poling everyday can lead to excessive bruising, overuse injury and excessive muscle soreness. Time off is just as important as practice time! New dancers think that practice everyday is what should be done, but that is not true. You'll be more likely to stick with it and prevent injury by following a schedule.
You might find these videos helpful
Tips for Success http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSYHrZjzSnU&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF
30 day take off program http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4KzMIIbZH0&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF
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I take my SV pole up and down usually 1-2 times a pole session! It's totally fine and one of the big reasons I love it! PS you should get the SV pole, it's super pretty. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif
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Oh I should add….The foam roller is your friend too when working on splits http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPGzgRzFv4U
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VirginPoleGirl. I tell you how often in the lessons.
This a video from the flexibility training section of the lessons, it might answer some of your questions. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1ZZE2GTBiQ&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PLyXWQXP3dueofybLatPPuLCbvfSPF2oSF
