Unless you have been living under a rock with the GEICO man, and your calendar still says 1993, you’ve probably heard that pole dancing is a good form of exercise. You may have even tried a class or know someone who ‘pole dances for fitness.’ I’m here to tell you that this isn’t your grandfather’s pole dancing anymore.
Pole dancing has rightfully earned the name Pole Fitness and has flooded virtually every major city in North America. Pole Fitness is vastly growing in popularity around the world as well as a fun and effective way to build muscle, burn calories and improve flexibility.
Before I began practicing pole dancing, I couldn’t do 10 pull-ups, 10 push-ups, or even 60-second plank. After more than 29 years in the industry training on a vertical pole, I can now do all three, even hold my body sideways like a flag, hang 10 ft in the air, plus more using only my core. Utilizing our bodyweight on the pole is a very effective way to build and maintain muscle. It’s fun, challenging, and always rewarding when you see yourself getting stronger every class.
When we use our muscles rhythmically, we increase our heart rate that improves cardiovascular function, leading to a handful of health benefits. Pole Fitness’ routines are extremely effective as each dance may last one song, and performed both right and left handed, expanding on your body’s range of motion. You will be burning calories, sweating and loving every minute of it.
Personally, I’ve struggled, as many women do, with weight loss. Ever since I’ve introduced pole fitness as an everyday routine in my life, I’ve lost more than 40 pounds and have been able to keep it off. Pole fitness has truly transformed me.
Another added benefit of pole fitness that many people over look is flexibility. Flexibility helps us lengthen and stretch our muscles to prevent injuries and improve balance. In reality, most people can hardly touch their toes, and may be nervous about trying a class after seeing the incredible and inspiring Olympic pole dancing videos online.
What’s a regular Jane or Joe to do? It’s easy. Start taking pole fitness classes. You can expect to begin your class with a light cardio, a dynamic stretching workout, often stretching between moves, and cooling down with stretches focused on developing your flexibility and eventually you’ll be hitting the floor in splits that you never thought possible!
All of our students are encouraged to be themselves, dress in comfortable fitness attire and just TRY. Stepping outside of a comfort zone can sometimes be the hardest part about coming in. One of our missions at Pole Fitness Studio is that individuality is celebrated and laughter is present every day. I motivate you to cultivate your fitness goals, try us out and no matter what, have a great workout that’s FUN!
About Fawnia Mondey:
With 29 years teaching experience, Fawnia is the world’s 1st pole dancing instructor. She lives in Las Vegas, where she manages her company, Pole Fitness Studio. Check out PoleFitnessStudio.com
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