the cross knee release for example. you take so long working up to taking your hands off the pole that when you do, you have no idea what to do with your hands! your first instinct is to probably try and hold back on to the pole or put your hands on the ground. you need to push yourself and get out of your comfort zone. as long as you have a good grip with your legs, then there’s no need to worry about your hands being near the floor or the pole.
it’s nice when you get into a move where you don’t have to worry too much about your 