Meditation for Aerialists
A couple months ago I was attempting a new trick on the lyra by myself. Before I knew it, I was stuck, spinning really fast, upside down, with my legs tangled all around the spanset. I couldn’t let go of…
5 Tips for Dealing with Aerial Anxiety
After spending 12 days in a psych ward, coming back to pole was bittersweet. While I was excited to be able to dance and see my pole fam again, my aerial related anxiety wasn’t completely worked through. My mental state…
Are YOGA and POLE: DISTANT COUSINS OR ONE IN THE SAME?
Am I the only one that has ever asked this question? I would always see so many of my favorite dancers and entertainers that are equally talented in both. When I first started pole, what drew me in was the…
How to do Fitness Cross Training for Pole Dancing
Often times as a pole dancer I hear prospective students say things like “I have no upper body strength,” “I have no core strength,” or “I’m too big to hang upside down.” Aside from the ‘big’ factor, I had these…
What is the Importance of Continued Poleducation
An important motto to have with pole, whether you are a student or an instructor, is “never stop learning.” Pole sports is an ever-evolving sport that encompasses almost all aspects of dance, fitness and interpretation; and the number of various…
How to Set Realistic Goals When Working Out
Beginning a new workout regimen can be confusing and very intimidating. You will probably get advice from friends, family or from other trusted sources. All this information can be very overwhelming, leaving you to feel confused and unsure of where…
Hurts So Good: Tip and Tricks for Poling with Chronic Conditions and Injuries
It is no secret that pole can be a painful thing for most people. We wind up with bruises, blisters, calluses, burns, and scrapes. We frequent chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists and use various balls and rollers at home…
Pole Dance Cross Training Activities for People Who Hate the Gym
There are a myriad of ways to cross train for pole that do not involve going to the gym. While I have been a bit of a gym rat in the past, I often find that I am easily bored…
How Do I Crosstrain…? Let Me Count the Ways…
According to the American Council on Exercise, cross training is defined as an exercise regimen that uses several modes of training to develop a specific component of fitness. Reaching that perfect balance between aerobic/cardio conditioning and strength training has been…
5 At-Home Core Exercises That Can Supplement Your Pole Training
One of the best ways to help increase your pole growth is by strengthening your core. Our cores are just that: the core of all of our movement. They connect our limbs to our torso and help stabilize the crazy…