Science of Slink: The Evidence Based Pole Podcast with Dr. Rosy Boa

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This week’s episode we chat with Ginger Vanhoozer about her research on pole from a public health perspective, how surveys work (and sometimes don’t work!) in scientific studies, how she designed this study and how you actually CAN prevent injuries (at least from a public health perspective).

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at http://slinkthroughstrength.com/.

This week we're joined by Maria Haralambis (M.Ed., NASM CES, FMT, Ph.D. Student) to talk about dance science. We discuss what is dance science is & how it’s done (as well as some areas for improvement), the importance of anatomy while learning dance and the harms of “push” culture. You can find Maria on Instagram as @the.dancescientist or on her website: https://www.thedancescientist.net

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

Today we’re joined by Dr. Hannah Sansavath, ND, to talk about red (and green!) flags in pole and aerial movement, tendonitis, when to see a doctor and pain in pole. Please note Dr. Sansavath is a doctor but not your doctor and the content of this podcast is not medical advice. If in doubt, please see a doctor! You can find Dr. Sansavath at acemedseattle.com or on Instagram as @suriyoaerial.

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The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

In this episode I talk about 9 RED FLAGS to look out for when you’re reading scientific research, including a couple that are specific to pole research. (Plus a couple of rants about the practice of doing science–sorry, I can’t help myself. 😅)

Sign up for the Pole for Pleasure Challenge here: https://www.slinkthroughstrength.com/pole-for-pleasure-challenge 

Studies I mentioned: 

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

In this episode we're joined by former professional circus performer and athletic therapist Yasmine Mucher for an overview of what every pole dancer (or other artistic athlete) needs to know about how to take care of their body. From nutrition, hydration and sleep to managing stress and persistent (but wrong!) exercise myths, we cover a TON in this episode. You can find Yasmine at https://www.benddontbreak.net/

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

In this episode we're joined by pole dancer and personal trainer Rachel Lovitt (CPT, FRCms) to talk about what exercise science is, some common myths and misconceptions and some tips that you can apply today to help enhance your pole dance and movement life more generally.

You can find Rachel at https://linktr.ee/mindfulmovementandliving. If you're interested in joining Rachel and me for our Supple Spines workshop, you can sign up https://checkout.stripe.com/c/pay/cs_live_a1BaYtgzpvu5WjyxuF621l5AcotPgygPbUreIn7FQQUV5kDNbjneBKjk3i#fidkdWxOYHwnPyd1blppbHNgWjA0SWlCNUlUS2FdQkxHVm1ra1BuQUZdfGM2XH03TVRPSjZtXUpDQGtVQWh%2FcjZ3ZE9iZFxcfTFdTGgzfV9KZmNnN2E1aVBoN2hTNjZiaT1rQXR3M1A3Qk4xNTU3VHF9TmQ2RycpJ3VpbGtuQH11anZgYUxhJz8nY19gMG5KNkhoMnduZHxcM2p0Jyknd2BjYHd3YHdKd2xibGsnPydtcXF1dj8qKmhkbGkrYmpqYmlgK2ZqaConeCUl:

Also the pole dance researcher I mentioned is Dr Joanna Nicholas.

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

This week, by request, I talk more in depth about my own pole journey, why I started my studio, what evidence-based pole is and why we should all care about it.

Studio website: https://www.slinkthroughstrength.com/

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

What is trauma and what are some ways it might affect pole dancers in particular? What are some do’s and don’ts for creating pole spaces where everyone can thrive? What does “trauma-informed” mean and what questions should you ask as student if a teacher or studio says that they are? And what can pole students do to make pole spaces more inclusive and welcoming? We cover all of this and more in this episode where we’re joined by Eve D, MSW, a pole studio owner and former psychotherapist. (Please note that this episode does contain discussions of how trauma affects people, mentions of common triggers, sex work and whorephobia.)

You can find Eve on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/evita.fortune.d/.

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.

Today we're joined by aerial coach and educator Lauren Kehl to talk about--among other things--how aerial artists have benefited from more evidence-based instruction, how to build body awareness and grace and what all pole & aerial students should know about anatomy.

How do you know if you're eating enough to fuel your pole dance? What's the difference between a nutritionist and a dietician (and when should you see one)? Do you need supplements? We’ll cover all of that and more in this episode, where we talk with Tatanya Long (MS, RD, LD).

CORRECTION: The first pronunciation of Tatyana's name at 0:21 is incorrect. It is tat-EE-yana, not tat-yana. My apologies. - Rosy

The Evidence-Based Pole Podcast aims to help pole dancers feel better on and off the pole by talking with experts and diving into relevant scientific research to find evidence-based insights we can apply to our pole journeys. It’s a production of Slink Through Strength, the inclusive, evidence-based online pole studio, which can be found online at slinkthroughstrength.com.