Uncovered- For Pole Dancers

Fear in pole dancing can present in many ways. Fear of starting, fear of booty shorts, fear of new tricks and even fear after an injury or fall. Falling or injuring yourself can sometimes be enough to prevent you from wanting to do that trick again. In extreme cases, it can slow your progression completely. So what can you do to overcome this? This week, Steph is joined by Uncovered’s resident counsellor Mon to uncover FEAR! EVERY pole dancer needs to hear this conversation! We talk: Fear- what it is and its causes How fear can show up in our pole journey Tips on how you can work towards overcoming your fear If you have experienced fear in pole, we would LOVE to hear from you! Both Mon and Steph have experienced fear in their pole journeys and in such different ways. They know more pole dancers are having this experience. Loving uncovered? Why not share this episode with your pole bestie or take a screenshot and pop it on your IG stories? We would love to know what you loved about this episode or your key takeaways. WANT 25% OFF YOUR POLESPHERE MEMBERSHIP? Take the 10-day free trial now.

A spectacular premier championship featuring Australia’s best pole dancers and it truly was ICONIC. I got to be a part of history! The first-ever Pole Icon. Remember when we sat down and spoke with Chilli and she said one day we will look back and think about this event, I get to say I was there 😍 and I have no regrets!  Join me as I uncover the first-ever pole icon. I talk:  ▫️ Winners  ▫️ Favourites ▫️ Surprises  ▫️ The overall vibe of the night Missed out on seeing these icon performances? The LIVESTREAM is still available.  I want to know who your favourite performance was and WHY? Send me a DM on Instagram to share your iconic favourite.

So it all started with an idea 💡  Bring Dan Rosen on to talk about all things Tuesday Topics. A popular segment, which allows pole dancers to submit topics anonymously and get feedback, ideas or advice from the many pole dancers who follow the pole dancing meme page... Pole Lols.  BUT! In true uncovered style, we got sidetracked, so it is appropriate to call this episode Internet F*ckery!   Steph and Dan uncover:   ◽️ The realities of social media  ◽️ The mindset it takes to operate larger social media platforms  ◽️ And of course, some juicy Tuesday topics  This is a two-part episode, so if you haven't already, go back and listen to last week. .

Let's take a walk down memory lane. To a little room in the same building as a rub and tug, where the first pole studio was in creation.    Join Steph and Renee as they uncover what the pole world looked like in the early 00's,  how it has changed over the years and which new pole dancing competition is going to make history, with Australia's Dame of Influence Chilli Rox.   Chilli Rox has been there since the beginning!

Have you ever wondered how your life might look if you never started pole dancing? Being in the industry for a decade each so far, we have seen ALOT! Each week we have spent time challenging ourselves, learning and connecting. In this we hear and see a lot of stories unfold. POLE DANCING MAKES IMPACT! This week, Renee and Steph uncover…. The biggest impacts from pole dancing. We chat: ▪️ Our person life lessons from pole ▪️ The trends we have noticed ▪️ Why pole is such an impact to those who start and stick to it

We always say how pole is for everyone but what do we mean by that? Pole can offer so many different things for people based on their own personal interests and why they started. This week Steph & Renee uncover, the different types of pole dancers. We talk: ▫️The different types ▫️How your style or type might be influenced ▫️How studios can create your style. Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week.

Have you noticed that since starting your pole journey, you may have created a “pole identity”? In this identity do you give yourself permission to do things your “muggle” identity wouldn’t normally do? Like rocking a cute pair of stilettos to work instead of flats, taking pictures of your booty (Sunday Bumday anyone?), or just being more confident? At some stage during your pole journey, you might feel this strong attachment to your pole identity. If you ever have thought about stopping, there is no doubt some of this will creep in for you. So what is the go? This week, Steph & Renee welcome back Mon to uncover all things Pole Identities. We talk… ▫️What makes up an identity ▫️How your identity relates to pole ▫️Bust some common identity myths If you have ever pole danced… this episode is FOR YOU!

Are you one of those people who is trying to find a way to make pole your full-time role? Do you have a passion for business? Or am just interested in what business owners in the pole industry might be thinking?  The pole industry is FULL of entrepreneurs. Whether it is the owner of your studio or favourite pole brand. These pole babes are working towards creating epic experiences and solving the problems of the (pole) world.  This week, Steph and Renee uncover.... POLEPRENUERSHIP, with the Owner of PhysiPole AND The Enviro Co, Kristy Sellars.  We are sure you all know Kristy from her Australia's Got Talent win and creative performances, but she is also a badass boss babe, gracing the pole world with innovative ideas, such as Smoove period pole shorts.  In this episode, we get to know Kristy, how she got started in business, her passion and some of her business experiences.  Stay tuned for part 2, where we dive deep into Kristy's latest product, Polescription, her process for launching, creating and MORE! 

Have you heard of Handstand February?  YES! Can you believe it, a whole month dedicated to handstands! Handstands are not just great for you physically, but they can play a fundamental role in your pole journey.  This week, Steph and Renee uncover all things HANDSTANDS! We talk about Handstand February, how to get involved, the importance of handstands to pole dancers, and tips on the "perfect" handstand.  Stuck on Handstand ideas? Our studio Addictive Pole Fitness is running a Handstand February challenge over on their TikTok page! You don't have to have a TikTok account to access the videos. Every day they will stage a new challenge for your Handstands. Tag them and us in your Handstand February journey. AND don't forget to check out the Handstand February group on Facebook. 

Twisted grip is by far one of the most controversial grips of the pole world. Some polers love it, others spend time convincing you never to do it in your pole journey. BUT WHY?!  This week Steph and Renee uncover all things Twisted Grip with Simone Muscat aka The Pole Physio.  We explore the research, the anatomy, and when you should start your twisted grip journey.  For more resources, including a "Am I ready to train twisted grip?" guide, check out Simone's Twisted Grip Blogs: Twisted Grip - Don’t get it Twisted (Part 1/2) Twisted Grip - Engage, Don’t Hang! (Part 2/2) Check out Simone's Instagram Page for details on her up-and-coming Shoulder Workshop. It is Uncovered recommended and will provide value to all pole dancers no matter where you are in your journey.  Want to book a consultation with Simone? Bookings can be made here.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week.

Yes, you read right! You can go on a holiday just to POLE DANCE! Pole camps are so much fun, they add variety to your training, give you an opportunity to meet new polers and of course, have a HOLIDAY!  In episode 53, we uncovered different types of training options for pole dancers and had quite a few questions about pole camps. With Renee and Steph, both attending the Ecole De Pole Easter Retreat, we thought why not get Justine Mclucas on to uncover all things pole camps with us!  Pole camps are everywhere AND there are many different structures so we have your ultimate guide to selecting a pole that is perfect for YOU! Are you super psyched and ready for pole camp now?! With Queensland easing its international travel restrictions why not join Renee, Steph, and Justine at the Ecole De Pole Easter Retreat or the Ecole De Pole Instructor Training Camp! The Gold Coast is an epic location and as locals, we are more than happy to give you some great travel tips!  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week.

Do you feel awkward or uncomfortable dancing without a pole? Even though you know how to move, you don't feel like you know how to "flow"? Improving your flow can not only help your pole journey but also help your overall movement in life.  This week Steph and Renee uncover... all things flow with Marlo Fisken the owner of Flow Movement!  Marlo helps us understand the difference between flow (with a little f) and Flow (with a big F) and how these can be incorporated into your own pole training. We discuss the importance of feeling safe, being mindful, and exploring all the movements your body has never experienced before.  This episode is jam-packed with great chat AND great tips.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes  Upgrading equipment  Researching topics  Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

Are you a sweaty Betty or a dry Dora?! Ever wondered what elements impact your grip on the pole? Or what you can do to improve your grip strength?  This week, Steph & Renee uncover... pole dancing and GRIP! We talk about the internal and external elements that impact you, the types of grip that can help you, and even some exercises you can do to improve your grip.  Also, check out Hair Flicks & Tricks and The Pole Physio blogs on Grip! Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

Have you ever wondered what makes performance to the next level?! How pole plays a part in the circus? Or just what makes Chelle Hafner such a unique but AWESOME pole dancer? This week Steph & Renee uncover.... all things act creation, circus, and pole with special guest Chelle Hafner! Chelle is known for her perch pole circus acts, epic performances, and being a true all-rounder pole dancer.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

The pole world is known for celebrating polers of all gender identities! It is a safe space where you can be YOU! The male presence in the pole world is increasing, and we are seeing more and more men take up pole and take the stage!  This week, Renee and Steph uncover..... Men in Pole, with Charlie Love. Charlie is a pole dancer, an instructor, and a performer! He shares his struggles, his wins, and the lens of pole through the eyes of a male pole dancer.  This is a high-energy, fun episode! Expect laughs, insights and just an all-round fun time.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

Ever been mid pole session and your body feels like it just gave up? Or do you feel dizzy or faint when training? It might be time to look at how you are fueling your body? Food plays such an important role in the way our bodies perform not just in pole, but in everyday life. BUT we know it can be hard to understand what is right and wrong for your body!  This week, Steph and Renee uncover..... How to fuel your body for pole training days, with Sports Nutritionist Rebekka Batten! Bek is no stranger to the Uncovered podcast, you might remember her from Episode 37, where we talked about how food can improve your competition performance. NOW she is back to take us through everything you need to know about fuelling your body for your everyday pole training.  This episode is full of SO many gems! We take you right back to the very basics and progress you through to understanding how you can plan your food for training days.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

Let's take a moment to appreciate the human body, how amazing is it? Now let's think about how amazing it is when it is growing a tiny human! When you fall pregnant, it is extremely likely your body will change! Now, what does this mean for your pole journey? What are some of the experiences you might have? After pregnancy what do you need to think about before returning to pole?  This week, Renee and Steph uncover.... Pregnancy and your body, with Women's Health Physio, Phoebe from Bump Fitness.  We are not going to lie team, WE TALK ABOUT A LOT! It is safe to say, we will have Phoebe back to delve into more topics likes ab separate or pelvic floor muscles. But this podcast gives you a great overview of what your body experiences pre and post-natal and even during birth.  Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

How do studios find the balance between fostering an awesome community and making a profit?! Even if you are not a studio owner and never plan on becoming one, this episode will provide valuable insight into the importance of ONE-KEY element to any successful studio. This week Steph and Renee uncover…. Balancing Community and Business. A back to the basic discussion, to help pole studio owners connect deeper with their students. Want to create your own student profiles? Check out this free Empathy Map. This will guide you through step by step on how to create your first student profile and really understand their motivators for coming to pole. Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We LOVE chatting with you and do a tell us segment EVERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

What an EPIC journey! Today is our LAST episode with Simone aka THE POLE PHYSIO. Don’t be sad though, we are already talking about future episodes and can GUARANTEE she will be back ;). This week Steph and Renee uncover...... Concussions & Listener Questions with Simone aka. The Pole Physio!   When Simone agreed to come to chat with us about all things pole injuries, there was some major fangirling going on! As expected, there was SOME MAJOR geeking out and this quickly became our longest podcast episode EVER!  Given there is SO MUCH good stuff in here, the episode has been split into 3 parts! Part 1- A Physio's Perspective Part 2- Pole Injuries Part 3- Concussions & listener questions If you are a pole dancer, which of course you are, YOU NEED TO LISTEN to this series.  So you might be wondering, who is the Pole Physio:  Simone Muscat is the owner & founder of The Pole Physio Australia, aerialist, and APA Titled Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. After feeling frustrated & fed up with the number of injuries and the lack of easily accessible evidence-based information for the pole community, Simone created the The Pole Physio to address this knowledge gap. The Pole Physio is an online service that provides free access information for pole dancers and aerialists all over the world to evidence-based physiotherapy, strength, and conditioning, anatomy, and conditioning blogs. The team of Physiotherapists at The Pole Physio aims to improve pole-specific training knowledge and reducing the number of aerial-related injuries worldwide. You can find The Pole Physio on Instagram, read her blogs here and even book an appointment from anywhere (expect the USA), in the world. Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chat with you and do a "tell us" segment VERY week. _______________ Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards: Recording and producing episodes Upgrading equipment Researching topics Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls

You know what most common injuries are in pole, but do you know the "REAL" cause? Did you know how important rest is performance enhancement? THERE IS SO MUCH GOOD STUFF IN THIS EPISODE!  This week Steph and Renee uncover...... Understanding Pole Injuries with Simone aka. The Pole Physio!   When Simone agreed to come to chat with us about all things pole injuries, there was some major fangirling going on! As expected, there was SOME MAJOR geeking out and this quickly became our longest podcast episode EVER!  Given there is SO MUCH good stuff in here, the episode has been split into 3 parts!   Part 1- A Physio's Perspective   Part 2- Pole Injuries  Part 3- Concussions & listener questions  If you are a pole dancer, which of course you are, YOU NEED TO LISTEN to this series.  So you might be wondering, who is the Pole Physio:  Simone Muscat is the owner & founder of The Pole Physio Australia, aerialist, and APA Titled Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. After feeling frustrated & fed up with the number of injuries and the lack of easily accessible evidence-based information for the pole community, Simone created the The Pole Physio to address this knowledge gap. The Pole Physio is an online service that provides free access information for pole dancers and aerialists all over the world to evidence-based physiotherapy, strength, and conditioning, anatomy, and conditioning blogs. The team of Physiotherapists at The Pole Physio aims to improve pole-specific training knowledge and reducing the number of aerial-related injuries worldwide. You can find The Pole Physio on Instagram, read her blogs here and even book an appointment from anywhere (expect the USA), in the world.   Are you loving Uncovered? Follow us on Instagram to discuss all things pole! We chatting with you and do a tell us segment VERY week. _______________  Uncovered are now on Patreon! Hosts Renee and Steph are SO passionate about pole dancing and creating a safe, educated and honest environment for all pole dancers. Their goal is to normalise the experiences behind every pole dancer's journey. By donating to Uncovered on Patreon, you will be helping Renee and Steph continue to create amazing content and level up each and every week.  What your money goes towards:  Recording and producing episodes   Upgrading equipment   Researching topics   Caramilk Twirls... just kidding but we will accept donations in the form of Caramilk Twirls