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A narrative review of pole dance physiology and injury research Since the modernisation of pole dancing in the late 90’s/early 00’s,...
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Simone Muscat
- Jun 25
9 reasons why we keep getting injured!
Hey pole friends! Welcome to our latest blog on possibly one of our favourite topics: (*drumroll…..) injuries! Understanding injuries has...
Danielle Davey
- May 21
Nerves 101 - Back to School
Nerves are often overlooked in training and sometimes even in injury rehab. The ones connecting the nervous system that is, as opposed to...
Simone Muscat
- Mar 19
Pole Comp Blues
TW: this blog deals includes content with references to depression, anxiety and other related mental health conditions. A reminder that...
Julia Vo
- Jan 30
Returning to Pole Postpartum
For all the new and old mums out there…. WOW you ladies are incredible!! After a whirlwind year working on the maternity wards and...
Kristine Slater
- Dec 4, 2021
Noisy Joints
If I had a nickel for every time a client asked me about their noisy joints, I would probably be retired on a beach somewhere instead of...
Julia Vo
- Oct 9, 2021
Pole during Pregnancy
So you have chosen YOUR form of exercise. It includes a shiny vertical pole, maybe some heels and some cute outfits. You feel strong and...
Danielle Davey
- Oct 2, 2021
Feeling the pump?
Hands up if you’ve found your forearms doing a Popeye impersonation mid pole sesh? The pain of forearm pump can be real with pole...
Simone Muscat
- Sep 25, 2021
Spin Pole Sickness: How to avoid getting dizzy on a spinning pole
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed on a spinning pole? Do you feel like you’re still spinning even though you’re no longer on the...
Simone Muscat
- Sep 18, 2021
Head Injuries in Pole: From innocuous hits to falls off the pole
Injuries in pole dancing vary from location and intensity. Starting from our fond pole kisses (bruises) all the way to the more serious...
Kristine Slater
- Sep 11, 2021
Hurt vs. Harm: How to distinguish between a pole kiss and a true pole injury.
The other day as I was gathering my grip and heels after a pole class, I overheard a classmate asking the instructor if she should be...
Simone Muscat
- Jun 26, 2021
Hypermobility in Pole Dance
Today’s blog is undeniably a big one. It’s on a topic that’s quite important to myself and to numerous polers, patients and colleagues...
Simone Muscat
- Jun 19, 2021
Why taking a break from pole (when needed) is GOOD for you!
The moment you enter the world of pole dancing, you start a new chapter of your life. Whether you’ve taken up pole for emotional...
Simone Muscat
- Apr 10, 2021
'Good' vs 'Bad' Pain - Identifying the difference after a pole class
Learn all about the difference between DOMS & injury related pain, and how to identify them both in our latest blog
Simone Muscat
- Apr 3, 2021
Imaging - Why I discourage scans*
Have you injured yourself at pole? Before rushing to your GP for a scan, check out this blog to learn why they may not be as helpful as we o
Simone Muscat
- Sep 26, 2020
Don’t Sweat It!
Overcome by the pole sweats? Then apply your grip aid & dive head first into this blog to learn how to best manage it
Simone Muscat
- Sep 19, 2020
Cramping 101
Want to learn all about how & why the body cramps during exercise? And what we can do to prevent them? Then catch up on this latest blog
Simone Muscat
- Sep 12, 2020
Working From Home - Best Ergonomic Setup
Not quite sure what’s the best way to setup your home work station? Then read this blog that covers correct ergonomic setup
Simone Muscat
- Jun 6, 2020
Ice vs Heat
Not sure as to whether ice or heat is a pole dancer’s best friend when injured?? Don’t fret, we will uncover the answer in this coming blog!
Simone Muscat
- Apr 25, 2020
Boobs, Bras & a Whole Lot of Bounce
Learn how to best support your bests whilst exercising. Suitable for all cup sizes!