POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

SPECIAL K

Begin this move by executing a basic inversion. Once upside down, lower your bottom hand down and grab onto the pole-make sure your body is aligned as you grab the pole. Your face and torso should be as symmetrical as possible, with the pole aligned with the centre of your face and torso. The most important and difficult part of this move is proper alignment and balance. Bring your back leg (same side as bottom hand) off the pole, bending it towards your head, and arching your back. Keep your other leg on the pole and support yourself with your upper body and back muscles.

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

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POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Begin this pose on your knees with your legs bent at a 90 degree angle and your feet directly behind your knees. Slide your knees out to each side, separating them as far apart as possible while keeping your feet directly behind your knees. Bring your torso down to the ground and rest on your forearms and elbows. Slowly begin to push your hips backwards to feel an even greater stretch. This is a stretch for the inner thigh and groin muscles.

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Helicopter:

Begin by standing next to your pole with your dominant side furthest from the pole. Place both hands at approximately face level with your outside hand on top. Crunch the abs and pull your lower body up into a tuck and splay your legs open on either side of the pole while dropping your torso down (should be upside down at this point). Keep the legs straight and point the toes! To exit, wrap your legs around the pole (as in a simple inversion) and slide down to the ground with your head tucked into your chest.

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Supine Row: Begin lying on your back with your knees bent at a 45 degree angle, about hip distance apart. Bend your elbows and press them close to your sides. Keep your spine straight and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you lift your head, neck and shoulder blades off the ground. Continue squeezing those shoulder blades together to activate the back muscles! Do not contract the abs, this is a back workout. Repeat a few sets at your leisure.

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Pigeon Pose

Begin by kneeling on the floor. Stretch one leg back as far as possible while keeping your leg firmly against the floor, knee facing down. Bend your front leg and place it on it's side with the foot facing the opposite way (ie if your right leg is in front your foot should be on the left side of your body). Walk your hands back, roll your shoulders back and stick out your chest. Hold this pose for approximately 30 seconds then repeat on the other side. This stretch will help you get into the front splits!

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

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POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Physical activity should be increased gradually over time, no matter what the person’s current level of physical activity.

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

SECOND RUNNER'S STRETCH: Please begin in the original runner's stretch position. Straighten out your front leg and place your hands on the floor. Try to pull your torso down toward your front leg while keeping your back straight. Keep those hips facing squarely toward your front leg and your back leg bent behind you!

POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

PLANK POSITION: This move will work your abs and upper body mostly. Rest your forearms and elbows on the ground and prop your legs up on the balls of your feet. Remember you are facing the ground as you execute this position. Keep your butt down and in line with the rest of your body and keep your body in a straight line. Hold for 30 seconds then repeat 4 times for maximum results.

Pole Fitness Tips and Tricks!

In order to gain maximum hip flexibility, this stretch uses gravity to pull your legs farther apart, and the wall to keep your lower body in place.

Start by laying on your back and move your butt as close to the wall as possible. Relax your shoulders and upper body and open your legs as wide as possible while resting them against the wall. Make sure to hold this pose for at least 3 minutes for maximum affect.