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I've used my poles on popcorn ceiling before and it hasn't been a problem. Just be sure to find the stud and place the pole under it (but this goes for all ceilings). You may loose a few pieces but it was not noticeable when I took my pole down. Don't forget to check out the lessons here if you're looking for some guidance at home. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Did you use a stud finder? The pole needs to be placed directly under the stud/joist. And yes, do not over tighten.
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Send us an email with your ceiling height and we will give you a quote with the extension. Just use the contact us at the bottom of the site. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Amamda, just to be clear when I talked about skin, I meant the body not just the hands. You can have dry skin or not sweat much, but also have sweaty hands. So you want to match the pole finish to your body and climate not your hands. LIke AG said she usually ends up with glove on no matter what the finish.
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There's lots and lots of help for beginners in the Lessons here. I have a whole section just for condition (wrists included!!) There is also a bunch of Pole Strength lessons that focus on strength building pole work. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
Here is the link to the first of 7 hand/wrist conditioning lessons. https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/b9b362ac-b880-11df-856f-001b214581be
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AG, I get what Vertical is saying though. If you go to a studio and like the size and finish then go with that. It makes sense!
Not everyone has been to a studio or even ever touched a pole, so the little guideline I posted would be helpful in that case.
The sweaty dancer has the most challenging time finding a pole that works for them, slipping can happen regardless of finish, TG and Chrome tend to be the worst though as far a sweat goes. I love my chrome and TG poles and I love my 40, and 45mm. I can work with a 50mm if I need to with no touble really.
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This is pertaining to x -pole brand finishes.
Chrome: Skin type – normal to dry (not great if you sweat a LOT) Climate – All
Titanium gold: Skin type – Normal to dry (not great if you sweat a LOT) Climate – Works GREAT in cold climates!
Brass – Skin type – naturally warm/moist and sweats easily during exercise. Climate – Warm to Hot. (cold dry climate not recommended unless you stay very warm and sweaty while exercising)
Honestly though, you can learn to work with any finish. It's not always easy but possible. I personally feel Chrome is best for most new dancers, (unless you really sweat) because Titanium gold can become too grippy and new dancers tend to have a death grip on the pole to begin with. I have all of the finishes listed above and use the different poles according to the weather. Its cooler now, and I use my Titanium gold and chrome pole. In the hot summer I used my brass.
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The name!
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Do you mean your using my video lesson? https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4fc4dc2f-1bd8-4026-9725-02690ac37250…The bottom hand is just holding to keep you in place, there is no weight on it, it just keeps you moving into the pole. Like dustbunny said.
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Hi Handerson! I'm happy your enjoying the lessons! For the best results try watching all of the "getting started" lessons for each section. This will help you decide how to plan your workouts. Also working on the strength and conditioning lessons are very important.
Here is the first lesson you should watch, and remember lessons are placed in a progressive order. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
Getting started https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd006a7-c45c-4c1e-b6b6-4a870ac37250
Tips for success https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd121f2-bf68-46c6-9306-11770ac37250
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I think I'll have time to make a vid..and I'm pretty sure I know what song to use…now I need to but a costume together!!!! https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_harry.gif
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@ Casey Kill, there is a lot of info on stretching and flexibility in the lessons here. I have individual lessons that break down each stretch and there are also 3 twenty min Flexibility routines. 2 for splits and one for back mobility. The "Getting started stretching" has all the info on how often to stretch as well as other info too.
You may find answers by simply reading the lesson description too, so check it out. https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
https://stage.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd66731-eab0-4b4a-aa13-41ad0ac37250
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Welcome to the site!! https://stage.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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I would stay stretch to maintain while pregnant, do not work on gaining flexy. I worked to maintain, because your body produces relaxin, and this hormone makes everything "relax" preparing the body for birth. Some women can't even lift weight or walk because it affects them so much. I was not one of those who it bothered, but I still didn't do any flexibility training. You could easily go too far and injure yourself if your not careful. So its something to be aware of while training for flexibility.
Always talk with your DR, but chances are they wont understand how intense you'll be stretching. LIsten to your body always!!
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Yep all of this is covered in the lessons.
Here is a demo video that will give you some idea of where your balace points are in the different "stands" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmIciddJyPY&list=UUup79MtZnWP_SCAHeVlmzdQ&index=12&feature=plcp
