Pole Adventures

I'm hungry... like all the time. As an orphan, I don't have a great relationship with food.So this doesn't pair well with wanting to get fit and lose weight😅 and I'm far from the only one who struggles with this!That's why I had a chat with Pam Moore on the Pole Adventures Podcast about Healing Your Relationship With Food, Exercise And Your Body!✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:03 Pam's fitness adventure7:51 Pam's most embarrassing fitness moment9:32 What is intuitive eating?13:48 The misnomer of a 'healthy weight'14:55 The 'rainbow' way of eating20:46 Dealing with the struggles of your stomach being a bottomless pit27:13 The freedom of intuitive eating and its effects on fitness29:42 Why you should let your body do what it's going to do33:25 Your food relationship might be connected with perfectionism37:45 Incorporating intuitive eating with our training42:22 If you're beating yourself up about food, remember thisPam is an occupational therapist turned award winning health and fitness journalist, intuitive eating coach, podcaster, author, personal trainer, six time marathoner and two time iron man finisher. She has such an incredible fitness background and helps people heal their relationships with food, exercise and their bodies.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/pammoore303/https://linkin.bio/pammoore303 Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Ever heard your pole instructor say 'engage your core'... but have no idea what it means?!Your core is complex, and so is the role it plays in movement. And guess what helps? Your breath.I spoke to Nicola Kraemer on the Pole Adventures Podcast about How To Actually Understand And Use Your Core, and you won't want to miss this!✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:05 Nicola's Pole Adventure4:10 Nicola's most embarrassing aerial moment6:26 What it ACTUALLY means to 'engage your core'11:43 What it feels like to have an engaged core14:12 If you're not breathing right, you're not using your core right15:56 The 'balloon' technique to strengthen your breath18:50 What a good breathing technique actually entails22:32 The first step to properly improve your core and breathing27:38 What 'breathing into your movements' means29:27 What to do when you're in a position that makes it hard to breathe31:41 Simple breathwork exercises to improve your technique36:11 The number one core exercise for inverts40:06 A word of encouragement for those with a 'weak core'42:23 One last thing to remember…Nicola is a physiotherapist that specializes in working with pole dancers, aerialists, dancers and more by helping you finding movement patterns that are healthy and effective for your body.  She also lives on a sailing boat and travels to teach in studios worldwide.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/aerialsea/https://www.aerialsea.com/linksDon't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

You can't half ass your training sessions... then complain you're not getting anywhere.Our bodies require a real incentive to make that 'change', which is so important to understand for any #polefitness goal. I spoke with Alicia Archer on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast on the Effort Equation: Encouraging Your Mind & Body To Accept Change. As an instructor, she knows the best way to train is by combining specificity, effort, tracking and consistency. And today we'll be honing in on the effort part of the equation, or rather how to present the incentive for our bodies to change. ✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:18 Alicia's Pole Adventure3:10 Alicia's most embarrassing pole moment3:52 The specificity, effort, tracking & consistency method8:13 Why you need to incentivize your body10:35 The primary pillar of recovery11:28 Is it uncomfortable, or painful?13:19 How to make meaningful improvements without injuring yourself15:27 When you're really sensitive to pain…18:08 How to change motivation into discipline21:24 Dealing with comparison de-motivation25:32 A key way to reframe your negative discouragement30:33 The 'dissection' method to solve your flexibility problems31:56 The common mistakes you're making with your training progress36:58 Why it's great to be experimentalAlicia is super passionate about fitness, flexibility and movement. After working in the dance industry she was quickly drawn to the circus arts and now specializes in combining body weight training with mobility and stretching techniques.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/kinkysweat/https://linktr.ee/kinkysweatDon't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Whether you aim to reach your toes or twist yourself up like a pretzel, flexibility training is tough in it's own right!But here's the thing, you CAN do it. Any age, ability, history, body type... flexibility is possible.I talked with Dani Winks on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast about Pursuing Flexibility When You Feel Like You Can't.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:02 Dani's Pole/Contortionist Adventure2:38 Dani's most embarrassing pole moment3:36 Flexibility beginner or returning to it? Here's what to do7:41 What part of your body you should train first10:20 Do you struggle with the strength side of pole? Listen to this12:16 Preventing flexibility injuries14:18 When you have weaker parts of your body…16:04 How to set realistic goals to help measure your progress20:11 Combating comparison woes22:25 If you feel like your progress is going up and down…23:29 Sticking with your training schedule through the bad days24:58 Are you making these common flexibility training mistakes?28:48 You're NEVER too old to be flexibleDani Winks is a professional contortionist with over 11 years of experience teaching pole dancers, aerialists, circus artists and more, and she is a master at distilling these practices on her bendy blog. ✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.daniwinksflexibility.com/linkshttps://www.instagram.com/dani.winks.flexibility/Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

If you've ever tried to work towards a certain pole move, or your general strength & flexibility... but quickly lost the motivation, boy you're not alone!Especially if you're not naturally a 'fitness' person, you work at a desk or hate the gym, it can be really hard to work up the strength you need to pole and not plateau.I chatted with Andrea Plancarte on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast to help you create A Plan To Actually Stick With Your Pole Training.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:23 Andrea's Pole Adventure2:55 Andrea's most embarrassing pole moment4:29 Assess your current fitness level with these basic movement patterns6:56 The 'performance pyramid' fitness test11:11 Key milestones you should be reaching17:35 Identifying the different types of pain21:27 Crucial 'on the pole' training23:50 How to find the right balance of consistency & frequency28:59 Combating training fatigue with 'phases'30:58 Two ways to make sure you stay motivatedAndrea Plancarte is a physical therapist specializing in pole and the host of the Invert Bend & Balance Symposium, and she helps dancers build up the strength and flexibility to nail all their dream skills safely.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/andreaplancartept/https://andreaplancarte.com/links✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY DEC 6th - DEC 27th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: 1x Strong To Climb: An 8 week program to help you progress from beginner to intermediateHow To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Hands up anyone who's struggled with food😅✋What we fuel our bodies with is critical to our output. It determines whether we have enough energy, recovery and strength to do the crazy stuff on the pole safely.I chatted with Stacey Shapiro on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast about Using Pole & Nutrition To Build Up Your Fitness & Strength, so don't miss this!✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 0:59 Stacey's Pole Adventure5:40 Stacey's most embarrassing pole moment10:20 When you suck at wrangling both fitness and nutrition13:01 A crucial reminder to slow down16:24 A tip to balance all your cross-training19:04 This is the 'magic pill' that makes everything easier19:59 The one thing you need to add more of to your diet20:59 How to stay motivated with your training schedule25:46 Focus on this mindset to personalize your nutrition28:24 Should you use a food diary?30:21 If you only remember one thing about your food, remember thisStacey's spent the past 12 years helping people heal their relationship with food and build healthier, stronger lives as an accomplished personal trainer, body builder and meal prep company owner.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/staceyqshapiro/https://www.staceyquinnnutrition.com/Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Getting in tune with your body can be difficult... so why not try movement intention? I chatted with Britta Paulin on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast to discuss one of her specialities, movement intention, to help you explore how your unique body can be used to express beautiful movements. ✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:07 Britta's Pole Adventure3:42 Britta's most embarrassing pole moment7:10 What IS movement intention and why you need to understand it9:21 Achieve the movement you want by…11:19 Here's the best starting point…14:10 How to use movement as emotional expression16:57 Discover the 'pre-downloaded' movements in your body18:22 An exercise for exploring your body 23:26 Are you 'trying on' someone else's training problems?25:28 What to do when you're not sure what part of your body to train29:58 How to use movement intention off the pole34:22 Why you should actually make the movement harderBritta Paulin is a strength and flexibility coach specializing in anatomy,  physiology and psychology with an incredible background in pole, circus and the performing arts industry.  She also has multiple gold medals, titles and world renowned awards under her belt.  ✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/its.britta/https://www.athleticartsbybritta.com/Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

A pole routine is much more than just slapping tricks together with music.It's about telling a story, conveying emotions, entertaining your audience. And you can create beautiful routines with just the beginner stuff!I chatted with Sergia Anderson on all things routine...✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:05 Sergia's Pole Adventure3:55 Sergia's most embarrassing pole moment5:13 The step by step process to choreographing a routine8:01 The 'board' trick you HAVE to do before choosing your music10:45 How to 'map' your choreo song11:46 What to listen for in your chosen song12:40 Why you don't have to plan your routine from start to finish13:29 Two quick things to immediately inspire your routine14:17 How to figure out the character you're going to play15:53 How to determine the story you're going to tell19:06 A simple way to balance the story and the tricks you want to do20:38 One powerful way to help convey your story22:37 How to juggle telling your story ON the pole27:07 The top mistakes most polers make when creating routines30:21 When you get creative block, here's what to doSergia is the founder of The Vertitude Dance Studio with an incredible background across different dance styles, the 2013 US National Pole Champion and host of the Beginner Pole Summit. ✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨ https://www.instagram.com/sergialouise/https://www.poledancefoundations.com/takewhatyouneed✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY NOV 15th - DEC 6th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: 1x Pole Routine Concept Creator CourseHow To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Ever thought of yourself as fat, or been called fat?'Fat' is a word that has had increasingly negative connotations these days, when it really doesn't have to.We don't need to box ourselves in with labels, or be unhappy with who we are and what we look like.The Pole Comedian and I chatted about Self Love Through Redefining The Fat Mentality on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast and it was really refreshing. ✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:02 The Pole Comedian's Pole Adventure1:41 The Pole Comedian's most embarrassing pole moment3:32 The 'fat' mentality defined7:03 Measuring pole progress through a body positive lens8:25 How to combat negative self-talk and body image10:29 A key mindset for self-acceptance12:34 Adapting pole training for all shapes and sizes15:25 A tip for reclaiming parts of your body you don't like17:23 How you can use pole as a medium for self-love20:33 Dealing with social media trolls22:48 Why pole dancing is a 'trap'!✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/thepolecomedian/https://www.youtube.com/@ThePoleComedianhttp://www.thepolecomedian.com/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY NOV 8th - NOV 29th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: 1x virtual private lesson with The Pole ComedianHow To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

For some, your feminine (or masculine) sensuality comes out naturally.And for others... not so much! While pole is a great way to build that muscle, it can also be pretty discouraging.That's why I chatted with Tia Jax on this episode of the #PoleAdventuresPodcast on how to Exploring Your Feminine Self Through Pole.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:02 Tia's Pole Adventure2:16 Tia's most embarrassing pole moment4:35 Being 'sexy' when you feel awkward7:47 How to build your body awareness9:57 When you know the movement but can't make it look sexy13:01 Feeling self-conscious about your moves? Try thinking about it this way16:02 The best way to think about performing in front of a mirror17:50 Sensual dance flow secrets you need to know22:08 What you can do outside of pole to help your sensuality24:45 And don't forget…Tia has nearly two decades of dance experience with a passion for erotic dance and she's been widely recognized for her slow and ethereal flow.  She loves sharing her knowledge while still giving people the freedom to explore their own movement.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/tia_jax/https://linktr.ee/tiajaxhttps://www.tiajax.com/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY Nov 1st - Nov 22nd 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: $100 Gift Voucher For Any Of Tia's Workshops & ClassesHow To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Pole dancers, do you have that 'nemesis' trick?I have several😅 Inverts, mainly. It's difficult when you feel like you can do it, you know you can do it, and you really need to do it to progress...And yet for some reason, you just can't.I chatted with Dr. Emily Rausch on the #PoleAdventuresPodcast about what to do When You're Desperate To Do That Trick, But Your Body Is Not.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:12 Emily's Pole Adventure4:48 Emily's most embarrassing pole moment6:32 Do you have this 'toxic' pole mindset?7:17 When you're totally frustrated with that pole move…12:49 The 'building blocks' you need to finally get your invert14:54 How to make the boring exercises interesting16:35 How to set goals that keep us interested AND safe18:33 When you should push yourself22:13 Do we really need pole 'move' requirements?25:45 What you can do at home so you don't get stuck on the pole27:49 Sneak in cross-training when you're super busy (or at a desk all day)31:30 If you remember nothing else, remember thisDr. Emily Rausch has an extensive background in exercise science, chiropractic therapy and all sorts of sports. However she realized from experience that there isn't nearly as much support for pole, aerial and circus specific related injuries and rehab, and became a specialist in the area.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.dremilyrausch.com/https://www.instagram.com/dr.emilyrausch/Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

When you look in the mirror, do you love what you see?In a perfect world, we would all say yes. And especially in a sport that requires as much skin as possible for grip... healthy body image can be a tough pill to swallow.I chatted to Jessica Knapper about Learning To Love Your Body for this reason! ✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:15 Jessica's Pole Adventure3:06 Jessica's most embarrassing pole moment4:09 If you've struggled with a body disorder, you're not alone6:48 How pole helped her improve her body image9:34 If you DON'T 'fit into' societal beauty standards…13:43 How to deal with the perfections of social media16:50 A 'must-follow' mindset for self-compassion and acceptance19:16 Two pole-fluencers you need to know22:11 When you SHOULD change something about yourself26:42 Is your studio right for you?Jessica is the owner of Pivot Pole Studio who loves spreading the joys of pole with anyone who wants to get out of their heads and into their bodies, and prides herself on creating a non-judgemental, fun, and inclusive environment for anyone that doesn't feel welcome in other fitness or sports.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.pivotpolestudio.co.uk/@pivotpolestudio@jessicarosepole ✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY OCT 18th - Nov 8th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: 3x in person classes at Pivot Pole Studio (Edinburgh, Scotland)How To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

The mental game is just as important (if not more) than the physical one. And that goes for any sport, including pole! Unfortunately, we end up telling ourselves things like, 'I'm bad at inverts', or 'I'll never get my splits'...And you know what? If you think that way, it will be that way.I talked with Seonaidh Jamieson about Breaking Free From A Limiting Self-Narrative, where you'll be able to get out of your head and back onto the pole!✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨2:28 Seonaidh's Pole Adventure4:24 Seonaidh's most embarrassing pole moment6:15 What IS a limiting belief story?8:23 The one word that flips any self-doubt on its head9:36 When your beliefs conflict with who you think you are…11:01 How to start changing that story12:45 Proof that our words shape our outcomes14:02 Are you telling yourself one of these common limiting stories?16:28 Fix your 'bad side' with this one simple trick20:09 The first step to combating limiting pole beliefs22:48 Do this in your everyday life to become more confident25:19 Hit a plateau in your pole journey? Listen to this27:11 What to do when you feel awkward being your own cheerleader30:15 Non-exercising adult poler? You're probably making these harmful self-assumptions35:26 An easy way to be kinder to yourself36:36 One key mindset shift to stop comparisonSeonaidh Jamieson is a pole confidence and mindset coach with a specialty in ADHD, the author of Why You Skipped Your Workout and the Doing Hard Shit Podcast, as well as a business coach and a fellow wildlife scientist. ✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨Email: [email protected]: https://www.poleconfidencecoach.comInsta & FB: @poleconfidencecoach✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY OCT 11th - NOV 1st  2023❤️✨2 WINNERS:1x 1hr pole confidence coaching session with Seonaidh1x personalized hypnotherapy audio recordingHow To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

*music turns on*"Okay, time to free dance!" - says every pole instructor ever who wants to freak out their students😭Dancing without a routine can be terrifying. Finding your flow, not feeling awkward, actually making it look good... well, it makes me want to cry.But, it's an amazing skill to have.  That's why Miglena and I had a chat to talk about it! You'll learn: ✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:09 Miglena's Pole Adventure7:55 Miglena's most embarrassing pole moment10:40 How to find your flow as a pole dancer11:35 The FIRST thing to work on for your flow12:54 The best exercise to do off the pole15:09 And the best principles to use *on* the pole15:32 A quick tip to make your hands look less awkward16:51 How to stop judging yourself in the mirror and get out of your head21:39 Is there a point where it stops feeling awkward?22:56 A trick to feeling comfortable in someone else's choreography24:25 Pole improv strategies for beginners26:29 The magic time frame for getting in your free dance flow?28:57 An easy way to practice improv at home30:26 How to stop freezing up31:07 Why you shouldn't freestyle thinking about different moves32:27 What to do when you forget everything you've learned 35:44 How to translate emotions to the audience through your dance40:52 How to select the best music for your choreographyMiglena the Pole Dancer is one of the 'go-to' experts for pole tutorials online, covering anything and everything. She specializes in putting the 'dance' back in pole dancing and is an expert in making every move appear absolutely effortless and fluid.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨ https://thepoledancer.com/links/https://www.instagram.com/miglena.thepoledancer/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY OCT 4th - OCT 25th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER: 1x Expressive styles lesson bundle to help you master your pole dance flowHow To Enter:Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Bodies come in every shape and size... but in a sport like pole dancing, it can be hard to love what you look like.Well, I chatted with the awesome Shemika Stanley about Body Image As A Curvy Pole Dancer and she shares not only how to love yourself, but celebrate you!✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:11 Shemika's Pole Adventure2:17 Shemika's most embarrassing pole moment4:39 A simple trick to build your body confidence7:15 How to approach your pole mindset as a beginner8:32 The attitude everyone should strive for10:59 If being sensual is foreign to you, listen to this12:28 How you can best cheer yourself and your fellow dancers on16:21 Something you can do every day to be more mentally resilient19:03 Why it's okay to validate yourself21:04 A 'triple threat' of amazing pole adviceShemika is a pole instructor and founder of Body Love Movement, where she emphasizes self-love, embracing your uniqueness and sensuality. She helps people use pole as an outlet to feel strong, powerful and beautiful!✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨https://www.instagram.com/utterbeauty/https://linktr.ee/Bodylovemovement✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY SEP 27th - OCT 18th 2023❤️✨1 WINNER!PRIZES:1x Use Yo Meat: Intro To Inversions (4 week course)How To Enter:1. Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)2. Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)3. If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

When I step up to the pole, I feel like I'm a newborn giraffe. I can't seem to get my body to do what I want it to. And I have NO idea how to 'speak to it' because I'm so stuck in my head.Which is why our very first Pole Adventure is with Myss Angie, as we chatted about How To Connect With Your Body Through Pole!✨❤️ Join The Adventure❤️✨1:35 Myss Angie's Pole Adventure3:42 The signs of pole confidence progression4:44 The #1 thing to remember before stepping up to your pole9:41 How pole helped Myss Angie cope with grief10:56 Myss Angie's most embarrassing pole moment12:32 A step by step process to connecting with your body15:21 An off-the-pole body connection exercise18:18 The secret for what to do when you're stuck in your head20:36 How to tell you're getting 'better' at connecting24:12 When you have trauma in the body…28:23 The 'bottom' trick to get your body to trust itself again29:29 Dealing with the fear of falling forwardMyss Angie is the founder of Pole Art and The Pole Fit Method and has over a decade of experience teaching, performing, and empowering women to get more in touch with their bodies. She also has an extensive career as a nutrition coach, fitness trainer and mental health counsellor.✨❤️Myss Angie's Linky Links❤️✨https://linktr.ee/myss.angiehttps://poleart.co/https://www.instagram.com/myss.angie/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY SEP 20th - OCT 11th 2023❤️✨3 WINNERS!PRIZES: 2x virtual or in person private with Myss Angie1x 1 month unlimited Pole Fit Method classes  How To Enter:Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

Poling is hard on the best of days... and even harder when you've injured yourself. Be it from pole, outside of pole, or something chronic, it sucks.I chatted with Colleen Jolly about Poling Through Major Injury Setbacks and she had some amazing advice for those returning, recovering, and even just preventing injury.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨ 1:13 Colleen's Pole Adventure4:42 Staying positive through tragedy9:16 A different way to approach your 'bad' side11:51 How to listen to your body13:52 Strategies to return to pole after injuries (besides taking it slow)15:14 Scared of hurting yourself again? Listen to this18:13 Poling when you're afraid of heights19:15 Competitive pressure vs just having fun21:57 How to overcome the mental game24:29 Colleen's most embarrassing pole moment26:29 Sometimes listening to your doctor isn't the right thing to doColleen is the author of Mobility For Pole, as well as the executive director of the world's first International Pole Industry Association and CEO of PoleCon, the original pole dance focused convention.✨❤️Linky Links❤️✨ https://linktr.ee/colleenjollyhttps://colleenjolly.com/https://www.instagram.com/colleenjolly/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY SEP 20th - OCT 11th 2023❤️✨ 1 WINNER! PRIZES:1x Mobility For Pole ebookHow To Enter:Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok

I can't help but compare myself every time I walk in the studio. No matter what mental exercise, it's always in the back of my mind..."I'm struggling, and everyone else is doing fine."Even if it's not true (which it really isn't).That's why talking with Deb Roach on Pole Confidence Amidst Comparison was such an inspiration. Despite being born with a congenital limb difference, she's totally rocked the pole world.✨❤️Join The Adventure❤️✨1:04 Deb's Pole Adventure7:47 When Deb hit the point where she couldn't progress any further10:45 What to do when it's hard to bring a good attitude to class12:20 The 'shadow work' we need to do to stop comparing ourselves15:29 When you can't afford private or class lessons…17:55 Protecting yourself… as a daredevil19:52 Deb's most embarrassing pole moment21:59 An important 'tip' for the less-naturally-confident23:42 How to love what you haveDeb is the owner of Stargazer Studios, a three time international pole champion and has since toured the world performing, judging and teaching fellow pole dancers. Deb has done all of this despite being born without most of her left arm, so she has truly conquered great heights.✨❤️Deb's Linky Links❤️✨https://stargazerstudios.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/debzillah/✨❤️EPISODE LAUNCH GIVEAWAY SEP 20th - OCT 11th 2023❤️✨ 3 WINNERS! PRIZES (Claim between Nov till 30/01/2024 ):1x 1hr private coaching with Deb2x 45min private coaching with DebHow To Enter:Leave an honest review on any podcast platform of your choice (more platforms = more entries!)Email a screenshot of your review(s) to [email protected], and mention the prize you’re entering for (enter for as many giveaways as you'd like!)If you've already left a review, share the episode to any relevant pole group and send a screenshot!Don't forget to grab your free access to the Pole Adventures Compendium, a collection of incredible resources to help you progress on your pole journey. And if you enjoyed today's adventure, make sure to leave a review so other explorers can embark on the journey with us. This is the Pole Adventures Podcast, and your next adventure awaits!Watch On YoutubeFollow On InstagramWatch On TikTok