From Wii Fit to Wii Strip?

As the new Wii Fit made the rounds on morning talk shows this week, a U.K. company was working on a buzzy tidbit of its own: a stripping game for the popular console.

(AP/ABC News)Peekaboo, a company that specializes in temporary at-home stripper polls, including one endorsed by Carmen Electra, announced this week that it's developing a strip aerobics game for the Wii.
"Peekaboo is pleased to confirm that it is in talks to develop a game for the Nintendo Wii that meets mainstream demand for the fun and fitness benefits of pole dancing," the company said in an e-mailed statement. "Peekaboo and its partners are focused on using Wii-friendly hardware to make aerobic pole dancing instantly accessible just as 'Guitar Hero' did for rock'n'roll."

Electra will not be involved in the game, according to the company.

"It would be natural for the platform. … That's the Wii's strength," said Rob Enderle, a Silicon Valley analyst. "If you wanted to create a stripper poll game, this would be the system you'd target."

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Dealing with Pole Burn & Pole Pain

 The Facts: Dealing With Pole Burn & Pain assocated with Pole Dancing

Although pole dancing can be very fun, one of the down sides to playing on the pole can be the pain or discomfort of the dreaded pole burn.

During the 1st week of class Beginners may experience unexpected friction burn ("pole burn") from newly taught spins such as the Fireman Spins or the Knee Hold Spin. Beginners may also experience soreness due to pulling up on the pole, grabbing the pole too tight or banging into the pole while learning the new spin.

Unfortunately, this goes with the territory in pole dancing; the good news is it does get better as the body becomes conditioned, stronger, and over the initial shock of doing something new / different.

In the meantime, Aloe Vera gel, which has a cooling and therapeutic effect, can be used to minimize or relieve pole pain. For soreness, opt for a warm bath with epsom salt to help relieve discomforts.

Also ....

1. (for students starting pole climbs / inverts / holds which rely on leg grip) Use a pair of knee-length boots in grippy material (ie leather, pvc. Not suede or fabric) to begin with. They will protect your shins and feet and give a bit of extra grip while you find your correct position and technique.

They should only be used initially, and shouldn't be relied on long-term as you should aim to be able to hold such positions bare legged / footed. Practice in both equally is good.

2. If you do suffer a soft tissue injury get an ice pack on it soon as possible to reduce swelling. Later, rest it from major exertion, but keep it mobile. I have ice packs in my first aid kit should they be needed

3. Minimize chances of injury by adopting good pole technique, posture and common sense!

Pole dancing is a full contact sport, (you against the pole) so be proud of your bruises and the fact you're doing something challenging, fun and rewarding.

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POLE DANCE WORLD: Why we Love stripper Shoes!!!

POLE DANCE WORLD: Why we Love stripper Shoes!!!

Why we Love stripper Shoes!!!

Forget the fact that stripper shoes look forbidden, they are the most naughty, yet comfortable shoe that you'll ever wear! Here are some fabulous plus factors of wearing a beautiful 6 inch platform heel!

• Your legs look amazing!
• Your posture goes from barely straight to shoulders back all  prime and proper!
• They help to build your calf muscles!
• You can walk in them for 2 hours or more without wanting to take them off.
• You'll get a great workout learning how to walk in them!
• Your significant other will wanna eat you and your shoes up! Yum!
• You will strut confidently and feel amazing once you get the hang of it!

Here are a few places to go to find your heels!

http://www.thepoledancingshop.com/

http://www.electriqueboutique.com/

http://www.sinfulshoes.com/

Let me know if you find something good! I'd love to share your story on our pole dance world blog!

Pole Skivvies Introduces comfortable clothing for Pole Dancing!

Slipping on your Dance Pole? Try This!

I love Mighty Grip! I use it when my pole is a bit slippery or when I am ready to try new tricks on the pole!  It's excellent for inversion moves (upside down moves) and it works well on sweating hands and is similar to gymnast chalk, without the mess!  

Pole dancers in the club vs. Pole dancing for fitness!

Ok ladies! I know you've seen it before, either on television or first hand in a local strip club. It's the sight of women dancing around a gleaming 12 foot dance pole effortlessly shaking her legs and dropping it like its hot. She might be touching herself suggestively and maybe even climbing up the pole and dropping down into a split. The sight of men everywhere cheering, gleaming and enjoying the view, as dollar bills fly threw the air.

I imaged this very detailed scene in the back of my head on the day I was invited to attend a pole dance class with my friends. I could'nt imagine how anyone would want to act like a stripper on a pole, and It certainly wasn't my idea of a fun birthday celebration with the girls. However, on the day of the class,  I was pleasently surprised as I watched the teacher, (not an exotic dancer),  flow freely like a ballerina and do amazing gymnast-like tricks on the pole.  I was instantly reminded of a scene from cirque du soleil. It was beautiful and not what I had pictured in my mind at all. There were no hormone induced men in the room, everyone attending the class was fully clothed and dollar bills were in our pockets instead of on the floor. Leaving the studio that night I felt like I had gotten an amazing workout and I was instantly hooked. Today, almost two years later, I am toned, 30lbs slimmer and definitely more confident. I teach women of all ages, sizes and fitness levels the art of pole dancing for fitness and it feels so good!