written by Salis Charming If you've ever considered trying a pole fitness class, chances are you've talked yourself out of it at least once. Maybe you've thought: "I need upper body strength first." "I'm too old." "I need to lose weight before I start." "I'm not coordinated enough." As a pole instructor, I hear these concerns all the time. The truth is, almost every student who walks through our doors starts with at least one of these fears. The good news? They're all myths.