There are hundreds of exercises you could do to strengthen up your general body core stability and muscles, but I will suggest a few, and that should really help in preparation for your new pole!

Push ups are great for arm muscles, try to do as many as you can, with your knees on the floor (lady style) when you start. If you can do a few every few days that will really help.

Hang under a chin up bar. Either at the gym, or buy a cheap one – place both hands on the bar with your palm facing away from you, and slowly lift your feet off the ground. Try to hang here as long as possible. Now do the same with the reverse grip. Even at first if you can only hang for a few seconds, try to regularly have a go, and you will notice a good development of muscles begin to occur in your arms.

If you do go to the gym, ask the Personal Trainers about some weights, particularly free weights, as these are great for women to use to ‘wake up’ those muscles and start to get you in great pre-pole shape!

Remember, if at any time you feel pain, stop immediately. You should also consult your doctor before starting any new exercises if you are at all unsure about your fitness level.

As for teaching many students over the years, some have improved fast, some have improved slowly…but EVERYONE could do it! It’s just about patience, dedication and lots and lots of fun!!

Lucy
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