Live (kinda) from Lioness Pole Den!! Pole dance fitness perception vs reality, the importance of feeling confident and beautiful, cultivating a positive environment

• Podcast tour stop #6 at The Lioness Pole Den studio in Bakersfield, CA! Stepping into the fascinating & intricate world of pole dance fitness, the challenges and the incredible upside from a physical and mental standpoint
• Vic sits with owner/creator, Danielle Birks, to talk about the amazing environment she has cultivated over 5+ years in this studio. 
• Why giving women a place to feel safe, sexy, confident and stronger all in one is so damn powerful
• Changing the perception of pole fitness and the events that led her to opening her own gym after almost 10 years of practice
• Every person we've spoken to had GLOWING reviews for The Lioness Pole Den, so we dive into what it takes to create such a welcoming environment for all who walk through those doors.
•  What level of fitness do you need to start?
• Why a support system is pivotal to success
• POST INTERVIEW: A loyal Burger King fan passed away and the restaurant went to his funeral. Vic sneaks in a confession & more!

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Chapters

• 2:57 What is Lioness Pole Den all about
• 7:04 Pole Dance Fitness perception vs reality
• 9:25 how the confidence earned during these classes translates to everyday life
• 21:00 The events that led to opening up her own gym
• 27:58 Support system in her personal life
• 45:22 Vic sneaks in a confession