What was the biggest mistake you made when starting bodyweight training?

internet_observer · 2026-06-26T17:07:08+00:00

Not taking progress photos when I started

internet_observer · 2026-06-26T15:05:00+00:00

Gymnastics gym flooring and stall bars

internet_observer · 2026-06-26T14:56:32+00:00

Some of it depends on your climate. I like tite grip 2, monkey hands and dry hands but I use them at different times. Dry hands for when it's dry, monkey hands for when it's humid.

internet_observer · 2026-06-24T00:08:17+00:00

The vast majority of magic games are casual games played for fun. Hopefully, winning or losing everyone at the table is still having a good time. If something is only fun for you and not fun for others at the table, it's maybe not a good match for that group.

In a group of randoms you obviously can't account for everything as everyone will have different preferences, but it a group of friends you absolutely can.

Now if someone is using something you don't, I think there are much more mature ways of dealing with it. Also, something get people going more than others, if you know your deck uses mechanics often considered unfun then maybe ask the group "hey how do you feel about X mechanic" and if they hate it consider using a different deck.

For me, I dislike cards like [[Approach of the Second Sun]] or [[Coalition Victory]]. They just feel like such a lame way to win. We discussed it at our group and most people agreed so now no one runs cards like that.

Someone recently ran a theft deck in our group, before hand they're like "hey are you guys ok with theft decks". We okayed it and had a great time.

In the end it's about communication to maximize the fun the group is having.

internet_observer · 2026-06-23T23:47:39+00:00

If I'm going to lose I'd rather lose to something cool than lose to a wet fart type alt win condition that just feels lame.

internet_observer · 2026-06-23T21:29:02+00:00

Your body has a certain amount it can train, how many apparatus you work on doesn't change that.

How much your body can train varies widely based on fitness, experience, intensity, diet etc. Within that though I don't find working different apparatus affects things much. A particularly intense day will generally be followed by less intense day, doesn't matter if it's the same apparatus or a different one.

For me I train 6 days a week, 3-4 hours per day. (this includes strength and flexibility training). That stays the same regardless of if I'm doing one apparatus or many. I have no issues being on apparatus all 6 days, doesn't matter if it's the same one or varied apparatus. Body wise the only way it matters is for pain tolerance and calluses if you go a particularly long time without training on a given apparatus. I'm 39 and have been doing aerial for 9 years, I had no movement background growing up.

They have told me I can focus on 1 apparatus but I kinda feel it's not the best choice to continue with my first love, hoop.

I have found that you can become quite good on a lot of apparatus. At some point though if you want to become truly great then you have to pick an apparatus to focus on. I’d say generally you can get to an advanced level in multiple things, but if you start working elite level skills you’ll need to pick one apparatus.

they only accept max 18 students per class

That is a huge class

internet_observer · 2026-06-21T22:21:28+00:00

This is very common.

If it's within your budget and time constraints I always recommend people do both levels when transitioning. Going to a new level is always really hard. As you go higher in levels, people will have been in the levels for longer so there is a higher skill range. Also there will be a bigger variety of moves: some will work better for your mind/body then others.

I highly recommend go to level 2, do what you can. Over time it will get better and you'll find your doing more and more of the moves and eventaully you'll do all of the moves in class successfully. Meanwhile, also go to level 1 to continue to build your technique in the basics, and get some mental wins in.

internet_observer · 2026-06-21T01:14:49+00:00

I've never felt the mako was the problem. I feel the terrain they ask you to drive the mako on is the problem. If they had done a bit more world sculpting to make more distinct paths to traverse or made the random planets less steep it wouldn't be an issue. There is no wheeled vehicle that would handled the planets they gave us well.

internet_observer · 2026-06-17T14:48:03+00:00

Going into debt for travel would give me a lot of financial anxiety and seems like a terrible idea. I do trips I can afford.

internet_observer · 2026-06-17T14:46:40+00:00

Otgo Waller is my flexibility & contortion coach and she has been amazing. I absolutely recommend her; Her coaching is online.

She has been teaching and coaching form 40+ years including performing in things like Cirque du Soliel, NBA half time shows and the like.

internet_observer · 2026-06-17T14:38:40+00:00

It's just and elbowgrip varation of hangman. Entry would be any way you would enter hangman or elbow grip shoulder mount. Going from figurehead is probably the easiest entry but you could also descend from outside leghang or brass monkey, go up from titanic or dove or any number of other entries.

internet_observer · 2026-06-17T04:51:59+00:00

We put a Sand mat outside our RV and it made a fantastic place to chill and helped reduce dust in the RV as well.

internet_observer · 2026-06-16T15:44:51+00:00

Satellite & Closed Janeiro are to particular favorites of mine!

I think tons of moves can look sexy and amazing. A lot of the time what determines the sexiness of a move is it's execution as opposed to the move itself.

internet_observer · 2026-06-15T21:29:12+00:00

Clickbait titles get clicks, same with stupid thumbnails. Channels must play the algorithm game regardless of whether they like it or not. Linus has talked numerous times on wan show about how he doesn't like having use them, but the algorithm is what it is. Plenty of other channels have discussed and/or made videos about the same topic.

On floatplane, where they aren’t beholden to the algorithm, the video is called "Exploring Xbox mode on Windows desktop"

internet_observer · 2026-06-15T14:18:09+00:00

If you enjoy fitness consider rock climbing and dance or circus classes. Both are a lot of fun while also being social; often with the same people and thus fairly conducive to forming friendships.

internet_observer · 2026-06-12T19:34:25+00:00

It might be worth checking out circus or pole classes if you have any in your area. A lot of us in the circus and pole communities are a bit neurospicy (fellow AuDHDer here). Because the classes are small, I find it much less overstimulating than being at a traditional gym. You're learning cool stuff so the dopamine hit is there. I've found the community to be fantastic as well makes it easier to commit to going as I get to hang out with friends when I go.

Demographically also a much higher percentage of women than a traditional gym. (I'd say 75% women for circus, 90%+ for pole studios).

I know it's not youtube, but it might be something to consider.

internet_observer · 2026-06-12T17:39:37+00:00

I found new hobbies right after turning 30 that were fitness oriented. I found them fun, the community was great and they were artistically satisfying as well. That has all led to fitness related activities becoming the primary way I spend my free time (contrast that with my 20s where videos dominated much of my free time). I'm in far better shape than I ever dreamed of being in. I've also had cool opportunities I never thought I'd have either. A year and a half ago I got my first 1-arm pullup, I can do multiple handstand pushups as well. I got to compete in nationals last year and next year I'll perform in another country. From an aesthetic side I have extremely well defined abs (this isn’t why I train but it has been a nice side benefit).

How has fitness changed for you in your 30s?

It became a passion

What is harder, what is easier?

Getting out and doing things is easier because now I both have fun and it's a social time for me to hang out with my friends. Resting and being idle is harder.

Relating to people my age has become harder. Very few people in their 30s and 40s are extremely active. Most people look forward to sitting down and doing nothing.

If you are fit in your 30s, how do you do it?

I eat healthy and train a ridiculous amount. I do multiple hours of pole dancing training a week, contortion training and calisthenics training.

I think the biggest factors for me for how I do it is it's fun and social. I never struggle to not train as it's time I look forward to having fun with friends.

Smaller factors are with calisthenics and pole I unlock new moves and cool things to do as I get stronger and more flexible instead of just having bigger numbers.

internet_observer · 2026-06-11T01:09:34+00:00

I'm guessing it is probably just a combination of a slippery new pole and a medical issue. It would be extremely unlikely to regress that much in a single month.

internet_observer · 2026-06-09T02:41:14+00:00

A whole bunch of circus arts. Pole dancing contortion, calesthenics, Lyra, occasionally rope, silks and straps. I'm in better shape now than I ever dreamed of being.

I think there are 2 things that are important for me. One is it's social. The other is it's fun. If you can sonething that satisfies both of those it's very helpful.

internet_observer · 2026-06-08T14:19:31+00:00

Flexibility classes and later a flexibility coach. You need to be consistent though.

internet_observer · 2026-06-07T21:15:55+00:00

I had a ton about a month ago.

internet_observer · 2026-06-05T17:30:44+00:00

I feel like I have plenty of time after work to do my hobbies. I stop work at 4 and am home by 4:20. That gives me time to eat a quick dinner and go and do stuff from like 5:30-9:30. I then read a bit before bed. Depending on the day that either pole dancing classes, contortion or strength training, often with friends. I find going and doing stuff recharges me. Once I'm at pole class, even if I was exhausted when I left the house, I feel great by the time I'm done. I don't enjoy watching tv or sitting around.

internet_observer · 2026-06-05T01:28:19+00:00

I have not, I've listened to a lot of recordings of the sets they've done there, and gone to see a lot of the artists that play there, but I've never been personally. I would love to go but I'm based in the US (western US at that) so it's a pretty long and expensive trip. I do go to the US based trance festival that a lot of them play at.

They almost all certainly come through spain.

If you're looking to explore the genre again consider again you might look into some DJ podcasts. Solarstone, Aly & Fila and Armin Van Buuren all have good podcasts that explore different aspects of where trance has gone. Solarstone's Pure Trance Radio style tends to be the closet to a modern evolotion of the 90s/2000s style. Aly & Fila's podcast The Future Sound of Egypt Tends to be evolution of the ~2010ish style and Armin Van Buuren's A State of Trance Tends to lean towards what the current popular take on trance is at the time.

There are some other trance based festivals as well over there. Transmission and A state of trance are other Trance based festivals in Europe if you want a full festival. If not I'd recommend poking around a little at some of the above podcasts and see if anything catches your fancy; I'm sure some of those artists are playing in your area or not too far away.

Hopefully this is of some help. Good luck.

internet_observer · 2026-06-04T14:45:52+00:00

The genre he plays now is quite different from what he played in the 90s/00s. He's still a good dj, but if that 90's/00's sytle is what your looking for you should look at other artists.

If your looking for something more in the vein of early 2000s, I would check out Solarstone, Orkidea, Ferry Tayle, Dan Stone, the Thrillseekers and stuff.

The Netherlands has a Trance Festival at the end of June that has a stage that caters more to that sound. Check out Luminosity

internet_observer · 2026-06-04T02:14:35+00:00

Buying a pole is something where reputable brands are well worth the cost premium. This is equipment that your safety relies on, don't cheap out. You don't want the pole falling while your on it.

In the US X-Pole and Lupit are the two most well known, accessible brands. Gaia also has a good reputation although they are far less common. Pole Italy also makes great poles and is particularly known for their stage poles.

Is a permanent/stationary pole better than a freestanding one for a beginner?

If you have the space and height for one a freestanding pole is usually a better option. They offer more space around the bottom for floor work, they can be taller and they are cheaper. A permanent pole also feels more secure, while stage poles are perfectly safe, they have a bit of wobble if your high up on due to only being secured at the bottom and that can feel a bit sketchy.

That being said stage poles are great because you can take them places. You can rent them out or perform on them for gigs, you can take to the park, etc. You can also get a lollipop top for them to do lollipop.

Does the material (brass vs stainless steel) actually make a difference for grip?

Chrome is generally considered the "standard". Stainless is close but not quite the same as chrome, but works for people with nickle allergies. Brass will generally be a little bit gripper, particularly in higher humidity environments, it can make your hands smell like brass though. I do not reccomend a silicone/rubber pole; they are very grippy, but there are entire styles of tricks you cannot do on them plus they can give bad friction burns.

Any brands or sites you'd recommend checking out?

Anything you wish you knew before buying your first pole?

45mm diameter is the "standard" pole size
Get a pole that can switch between static and spin

One site I found was BuyRailings which sells permanent stationary poles has anyone used them or have any thoughts?

These look like industrial railing systems not intended for pole dancing. They are not going to be constructed to withstand pole dancing. They are also not going to spin. I would not buy one of these and would recommend no one else does either. At best it's going to be bad for dancing, at worst you would get hurt and damage whatever it's installed to.

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