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Why traditional workouts aren't working and the alternative you've been looking for!

3 minutes
28 January 2025

If you have ever walked into the gym, hopped on the treadmill and just thought “I can’t wait for this to be over”, trust me, you are not alone.

We all know regular physical activity is an important part of any healthy lifestyle. There are loads of benefits to being active! You’ll sleep better, have more energy, feel less stressed, improve things like heart health and mental health. Being fit is REALLY great… but it’s often at the expense of enjoyment, fun, 🌟excitement🌟.

The not-so-fun parts of getting fit can sometimes make it hard to stay on track. When you start getting bored of doing the same thing over and over, or when your progress starts to slow down because you’re past #newbiegains.

It gets boring.

And then you might start wondering if there are better options out there.

Spoiler Alert: there is!

Now don’t get me wrong, traditional workouts like lifting weights and running are great for some, but we also know they’re not for everyone. Sometimes you need something more exciting, more fun, with a lot more variety.

Or sometimes you want something extra on top of your regular gymming.

If you’re on the lookout for a workout that will have you counting down the minutes until you start rather than counting down the minutes till you’re done… then let me introduce you to pole dancing.

Buckle up because I’m about to show you why pole dancing might just be the thing you’ve been looking for.

Bored of the same old workout?

Doing the same thing over and over gets old, fast. Especially when that progress starts to slow down. It’s a cycle many of us fall into: trying to push through the boredom just to stay on track with our fitness goals.

Here’s the thing: it’s not your fault if you get bored, humans naturally crave variety and challenge. When your workouts no longer excite or challenge you, it’s really hard to stay motivated. That’s when something completely different comes in handy, one that keeps you on your toes with new challenges and new goals all the time.

That’s where pole dancing really shines.

The workout you never considered

Imagine a workout that doesn’t just feel fun but actually delivers serious results.

You’re lifting, pulling, holding your own body weight - all while enjoying the journey. Because it’s fun!

It’s the ultimate combination of strength training, cardio, flexibility, and creativity, all rolled into one.

And one of the coolest parts about pole dancing? You’re building functional strength - strength that helps you not just in the studio, but in everyday life. (ps you don’t need to have any level of strength to start!)

Think about climbing a pole, it’s a foundation skill to pole dancing that you’ll start working on right away. Perfecting this skill requires a tonne of core, upper body, and leg strength, but you’re also improving your balance, flexibility, and coordination.

No machines, no dumbbells - just you and the pole.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or already have some fitness experience, pole dancing meets you where you are and helps you build up, step by step.

PS you don’t need to already be strong to start.

It doesn’t feel like a chore

Remember when I said pole dancing feels like play? That’s what makes it so different from traditional workouts.

When you’re having fun, you’re more likely to stick with it - and the results will come naturally.

No more forcing yourself through a workout just because you feel like you have to. In class, you’ll be too busy learning new moves and challenging yourself to even realize how much of a workout you’re getting.

It’s that blend of play and progress that makes pole dancing so addicting. Once you start, you’re hooked - not just on the physical challenge but on the sense of accomplishment that comes with every new move you master.

Now we LOVE pole dancing here at Altitude, it's what we do - but I also want to point out, at the end of the day, the absolute BEST workout for you is the one you stick to. Which often involves actually... you know, enjoying it.

Even if pole dancing ain’t your jam, you don’t need to default back to the gym!

Fitness doesn’t have to be boring and it can come in any form that gets you moving. From group sports, to Hula Hoop, to BeatSaber on a VR headset in your lounge.

It’s just about finding that thing that sparks YOUR joy and gets you moving. There are options out there for you, you just need to be willing to give them a try.

So… ready to see whether pole dancing will spark joy? Talk to us about classes!
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