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I had been recovering from a muscle tear in my shoulder for the last 10 months, and I was concerned that pushing it too hard might undo the slow progress I had made so far.
toughness and resilience. Her classes also provide a supportive and social environment where you can connect with other like-minded individuals.
As much fun as it was, I knew I should delay my pole dancing until my shoulder was fully healed.
I was impressed with these ladies. We started learning proper hand placement and took our first spin around the pole without touching the ground (pictured!). I was giggling because it was so much fun. By the end of the session, I realized just
So, that was the end of my pole dancing days. One and done.
Every once in a while, my husband asks me if I’m thinking about going back. He claims it’s out of concern for my cardiovascular fitness and mental well-being. Sure, David. Sure.
Curious about trying it for yourself? I went to Fit for a Goddess here in Honolulu, and it was a fantastic experience. You can learn more by scanning the QR code.
how much upper- body strength pole dancing required.
–Irma Bennett
Why We Resist Change — And How to Rewrite the Script
Change is never easy. Our brains have been wired to prioritize safety and predictability, but humans are adaptable creatures, capable of learning new things at any age. The key to embracing change is understanding why we resist it and how to make it work in our favor.
Fear of failure and the unknown is also at play. When our shortcomings feel threatening to us, we resist change to avoid failure. Whether the perceived shortcomings are real or imagined, self-doubt can leave us locked into the familiar, even when we know change could be beneficial. Small Shifts, Big Breakthroughs The trick to expanding our comfort zones is to start small. Making incremental changes gives our nervous systems time to adjust and learn to tolerate new things. So, if technology feels overwhelming, practice one new feature at a time. If you’re trying to improve your diet or general health, swap out one food or add 10 minutes of activity to your day. Small steps create momentum.
Before long, you’re adapting to change without realizing it.
Positivity is also vital. Instead of letting fear hold you back, look at change and challenges as opportunities. When you feel the fear, ask yourself, “What can I learn from this experience?” Engaging positively with the unknown rather than avoiding it helps you shift your mindset about new experiences. Finally, don’t get caught up in seeking perfection over progress. Some days will be easier than others, and we all experience setbacks when trying new things. However, the more we embrace change, the easier it becomes to adapt. And it’s never too late to start.
Comfort Zones and the Fear Factor
If you’re like the rest of us, you have habits that feel like second nature. From how we start our mornings to the foods we eat and the routes we always take to the store, our habits arise from our desire for security. Our brains perceive anything that disrupts our routines as a threat, which keeps us locked into old ways of doing things.
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