My first stop after taking my first pole-dancing class was at a cafe for a hearty lunch, because doing things like this is one way to really work up an appetite...
Must lengthen neck
My second stop was at a drugstore to buy some Alaxan, because climbing that thing HURTS. It's been three days and I can still feel some pain in my arms, core, and inner thighs. Speaking of which, I found out that one of the best things about this form of dancing is that a little thigh fat is a good thing. Finally, a dance class where I fit in!
Some other surprising things I learned:
Some other surprising things I learned:
- An hour-long class is plenty. You'd think it's bitin, but even alternating on the pole with someone is enough to leave you exhausted (and famished). It takes a lot of strength to climb and hold poses!
- Doing spins makes you dizzy. I don't know why I didn't even think of that. I guess when you try to master a spin and do it repeatedly, it really gets to you. I'm told some pros even take Bonamine before getting on the spinning pole.
- My Polecat friend told me that every dancer has a strength--it could be legs, upper body, a bendy back, the actual dancing. I don't know what mine is, but given these thighs, it's probably my legs!
Not for me... Couldn't get over the pain of my skin rubbing against the pole. LOL. :P
ReplyDeleteYou probably have multiple sterngths. It's not the same, but I loved climbing trees when I was a kid and it was great exercise.
ReplyDeleteHappy pancake day!
Moonpool, I was warned so I knew it was gonna hurt!
ReplyDeleteRic, I used to love climbing trees too! Now I realize that I took such stupid risks back then!
Hi Tisha,
ReplyDeleteI love your tale of your first pole experience. I've included it in a round-up of pole dancing virgin's first times on my blog to help inspire others who are to scared to give it a go. Thanks for your great writing!
Caitlin x