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Pole dancing is it a show of strength or shame?

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Contributor: freshbananas freshbananas
How do you think people view pole dancing? I love to do it but I get strange looks when I say its a hobby. People think its something cheap or overally sexual when obviously as seen in this video it can also be a feat of strength and flexibility
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07/23/2012
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Contributor: BobbiJay BobbiJay
Definitely strength.
07/23/2012
Contributor: Jenn (aka kissmykitty) Jenn (aka kissmykitty)
(EdenFantasys)
I think pole dancing is freaking awesome, and if you can do it, then it's definitely a sign that your body is physically strong, and you possess the finesse and grace required to move and hold yourself in the required positions. I say more power to you!
07/23/2012
Contributor: Petite Valentine Petite Valentine
I am impressed by the strength and flexibility of pole dancers, but I have two major issues: the stripper heels and crotching the audience.

The high heels don't actually lend anything to the dance, and just look misplaced next to a pole dancer's small costume. While I understand the need for small underthings — skin contact helps the dancer grip the pole — her vulva does not need to be aimed at me. She can show off a split of greater than 180° or some other move without turning the audience into GYNs.
07/23/2012
Contributor: Sera26 Sera26
I agree, a strength. I think that's an awesome hobby. Good for you.
07/23/2012
Contributor: Katelyn Katelyn
It is definitely a workout and it can become a;most anything you want. I loved pole class. Strength is sexy : )
07/23/2012
Contributor: CindyH CindyH
pool dancing is awesome you have to be flexibility
07/23/2012
Contributor: Sangsara Sangsara
my cousin is a dancer and her pole work is awesome. when i've seen her slide down the pole arms outstretched at a 90 degree angle to her body i oooh and aw sincerely in awe. i can't even do a push up.
07/24/2012
Contributor: Sangsara Sangsara
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Originally posted by Sangsara
my cousin is a dancer and her pole work is awesome. when i've seen her slide down the pole arms outstretched at a 90 degree angle to her body i oooh and aw sincerely in awe. i can't even do a push up.
make that a chin up- a push up i can do
07/24/2012
Contributor: heather-mooney heather-mooney
definitely strength! if I was even slightly coordinated I wouldn't think twice about being a stripper.
07/25/2012
Contributor: gorgeous gorgeous
strength
01/21/2013
Contributor: Lildrummrgurl7 Lildrummrgurl7
Oh definitely strength. There is a big difference between that and stripper pole dancing.
01/21/2013
Contributor: Jennifer87 Jennifer87
I really think strength...
01/22/2013
Contributor: Trysexual Trysexual
Strength ..nothing wrong with it.
01/22/2013
Contributor: Chilipepper Chilipepper
A disciplined art. The one time I went to a strip club, the only thing that really grabbed my attention is when the rare girl would work on the pole. It was beautiful to watch!
01/22/2013
Contributor: satinlady550 satinlady550
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Originally posted by freshbananas
How do you think people view pole dancing? I love to do it but I get strange looks when I say its a hobby. People think its something cheap or overally sexual when obviously as seen in this video it can also be a feat of strength and flexibility ... more
I began pole dancing over 20 years ago and it shouldn't matter what other's think. If you enjoy doing it, continue.. It is a great way to get exercise. I watched your video and if I had thought of some of those moves back when I was dancing. I would have been able to travel.. I was very impressed..
01/22/2013
Contributor: RavenInChains RavenInChains
Even if it is sexual, that doesn't mean there is anything wrong with it. Pole dancers, whether career or hobby, have amazing strength and flexibility. It is a very physically demanding activity. Its a great work out. You can do something you love to stay on shape or do something you hate, if you are doing something you love you are much more likely to stick with it.

I bellydance but I would love to learn to pole dance.
01/22/2013
Contributor: fizzygato fizzygato
Strength.

I totally envy someone who can pole dance well.

If I knew somewhere I could get lessons for a good deal and if I could have a pole to practice on I totally would.

I don't care if you do it recreationally, as your primary job, etc. It's cool
01/27/2013
Contributor: GONE! GONE!
It may be sexy but imo it's also like a sport. It takes a lot of strength and agility from what I've seen. I have lots of respect for people who can pole dance and I wish I could too.
01/27/2013
Contributor: captainsgirl captainsgirl
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Originally posted by freshbananas
How do you think people view pole dancing? I love to do it but I get strange looks when I say its a hobby. People think its something cheap or overally sexual when obviously as seen in this video it can also be a feat of strength and flexibility ... more
wow. that was beautiful and amazing...i wish it were easy lol
01/27/2013
Contributor: Ayumi Ayumi
I would say strength as well as confidence building. I did pole dancing last year and it was not easy. I considered it to be a great feat to be able to haul around my own body...gracefully of course
01/27/2013
Contributor: kanida kanida
Absolutely strength! I've taken a couple classes and it is AWESOME! Such a huge confidence builder and a great workout. No shame whatsoever.
01/27/2013
Contributor: improbableomnicide improbableomnicide
I say strength! It takes real confidence to be able to pole dance. I lack the grace and overall physical ability to do it, otherwise I'd love to try. I always find myself incredibly impressed, and very jealous of other people's ability to dance like that!
02/10/2013
Contributor: captainsgirl captainsgirl
I just started lessons. It is strength, cordination and healthy for you. It is a great work out and confidence booster. I dont wear heels bc i dont do it for the sex appeal. i do wear the small clothes though, but u have to have skin contact. there is a difference between average strippers dancing the pole and actual pole fitness.
02/10/2013
Contributor: XxFallenAngelxX XxFallenAngelxX
I was joking around one night at my friend's house and I was pretty good at it. It's fun to do for your partner.
02/10/2013
Contributor: edeneve edeneve
definitely about strength.
02/10/2013
Contributor: palindromic palindromic
Pole work is amazing and I have nothing but respect for folks who do it - whether or not they strip as well.
02/10/2013
Contributor: Toy Fiend Toy Fiend
Most definitely strength.
02/10/2013
Contributor: Marie Hanna Marie Hanna
I think its pretty cool.
02/10/2013
Contributor: FlightyBroad FlightyBroad
Pole dancing is amazing! I'm jealous of the strength and flexibility it takes, and wouldn't mind attending classes in order to get a fraction of that ab muscle.
02/10/2013