Have you been wondering what to eat before, during or after a pole class to have lots of energy and feel your best? Food gives us energy, but certain food and food combinations are slower to digest and can steal energy we need to pole our best. For a productive pole class, we need to be comfortable. The more comfortable we are, the more we can focus on our body positions, muscle engagement and relaxation, and of course the pole! Comfortable is a relative term, something we all have to figure out for ourselves, so my aim for this article is to steer you in the right direction, and underline the importance of eating at the right time, eating an abundance of nutrients and combining foods for optimum digestion. So how can we optimize our eating habits to be comfortable, and to perform our best every time we hit the poles? Check out this wonderful article for more alkalizing food ideas, and more information about acidic vs. Ask Yourself Am I getting enough nutrients from my food for optimal muscle repair?
The days that pole dancing is believed to be just for young women with modelesque physiques are, thankfully, long gone. Today, men and women of all shapes and sizes and ages are embarking on fulfilling pole-dancing journeys that provide them with a boosted self-esteem and great physical workout. Despite pole dancing becoming increasingly inclusive, there are some dancers who may be trying to change their body shape whether due to health reasons or personal preference.