This topic comes up A LOT, and it always brings up mixed feelings, depending on the person expressing the feelings. I used to advocate on the side of not using grip aids, as a beginner, with the idea that they could become a crutch. I have now had a change in my feelings, due to my constant fluctuations in body chemistry.
Showing posts with label no grip. Show all posts
Showing posts with label no grip. Show all posts
Monday, June 10, 2013
Saturday, June 8, 2013
No grip? But Why?
Everyone will have grip issues at some point in their pole journey. Some more than others, but here are a few things you should consider when you are having grip issues.
Are you properly warmed up?
The body sticks better when it is warm. Your body should start to produce a little bit of sweat as you start to warm up. That little bit of sweat actually adds grip to your body. Do at least a 10 minute warm up when you pole. In addition to helping you stick, it redistributes blood flow, slowly, to working muscles and your skin. This helps you body gradually adjust to the workout and decrease your chance of injury.
The body sticks better when it is warm. Your body should start to produce a little bit of sweat as you start to warm up. That little bit of sweat actually adds grip to your body. Do at least a 10 minute warm up when you pole. In addition to helping you stick, it redistributes blood flow, slowly, to working muscles and your skin. This helps you body gradually adjust to the workout and decrease your chance of injury.
Friday, May 31, 2013
Grip Aids: Sticky
There are tons of grip aids out there for pole. They come in two categories: antiperspirants and sticky (for added grip). Below are some of the different sticky grip aids, most of which I've used. Not every grip aid is for everyone. Hopefully this guide will help you decide which one is for you. Note: I will be posting a separate post on the antiperspirant grip aids.
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