Author: Christian Rahaus
2023-09-26

Poledance: More than dance - a workout on the pole

Pole dancing has long been more than just an erotic dance form. It has developed into a serious sport that not only looks sexy, but also requires strength, endurance, mobility and flexibility. In this article we will take a closer look at the sporting aspects of pole dancing and show how supplementary training, including with the help of a sports app, can help improve your skills.

The sporty approach to pole dancing

Strength
Pole dancing requires an amazing amount of strength. Not only do you have to hold your own body weight, but you also have to perform spectacular acrobatic moves that require incredible strength. This intense barre workout improves muscles throughout the body, from the arms and shoulders to the legs and core. It's no wonder that many pole dancing enthusiasts transform their bodies in impressive ways.

Mobility and flexibility
In addition to strength, mobility also plays a crucial role in pole dancing. In order to perform the various movements and tricks, high mobility of the joints and muscles is essential. Flexibility training is very important here. Pole dancing promotes flexibility in areas such as the back, shoulders, hips and legs.

Coordination
By learning individual dance steps, you will slowly get to grips with a large choreography, gain self-confidence and get a better feeling of your body. By learning different choreographies, you will also develop your sense of rhythm and improve your cardiovascular fitness.

Supplementary training in the gym or at home

In addition to training on the pole in the studio, you can complement your pole dance workout with strength, mobility and flexibility training. This training can be carried out in the gym or at home. Calisthenics (e.g. push-ups, burpees, squats) are a great way to use your own body weight to strengthen your muscles. General as well as specific stretching exercises (e.g. split exercises) can be used for mobility and flexibility training. To ensure sufficient stability of the torso, exercises that train the abdominal muscles (e.g. planks, Russian twists and crunches) are suitable.

The role of a sports app

An effective way to organize and optimize supplementary training at home is to use a sports app. These apps offer a variety of exercises and training plans specifically tailored to the needs of pole dancing athletes. They can help track progress, stay motivated and make training sessions efficient. Sports apps often also offer video instructions and tips from experienced pole dancing instructors that can help you perform the exercises correctly and avoid injuries. They also make it possible to set individual goals and keep an eye on your own progress. A sports app offers the advantage that you can structure your training flexibly. You can do the exercises anytime and anywhere. This way you can optimally complement your pole dance workout and achieve your sporting goals.

Pole dancing at Effeqtiv Motion

Do you teach pole dancing in the studio or are you a pole dancing content creator and would you like to add another digital component to your offering? Whether additional fitness exercises, coordination and flexibility training. The intuitive workout creator in the Effeqtiv Motion App offers you all the options you need to quickly build up a large exercise library and use it to create workouts specifically tailored for pole dancing. If you want it to be a little more complex, create a course and use our guided mode for pole dance choreographies.

Conclusion

Overall, pole dancing offers an effective full-body workout on the pole. It trains strength, flexibility and coordination. Through additional training, for example with a sports app like Effeqtiv Motion, you can customize your workouts and achieve your sporting goals.Enjoy the training!