POLE FITNESS TIPS AND TRICKS!

Pole dancing is thought to have originated in the American Circus in the 1920's. Performers started by using a tent pole as a prop for dancing and acrobatics. How many people are biased toward pole dancing? Maybe you should do some homework instead of trusting in social stigmas. :P There are two sides to every coin! Visit www.yorkregion.aradiafitness.com for more info on pole dancing and other sexy ways to get fit!

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!

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.