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Hooping -- the Fitness Craze that is FUN!

Some of you may remember the Hula Hoop craze back in the fifties. Those twirling, twisting, revolving hoops are re-emerging as a popular fitness craze. Even celebrities like Beyonce and Michelle Obama are taking up the hoops. And why not? Hooping is one form of exercise that is actually fun!

Oh, one important thing! We can't call these fitness hoops Hula Hoops any more. That term is trade marked by Wham-O Inc.

Check out this lens for information about hooping as a fitness craze, as well as videos, pictures, links and a lot more.

Hooping for Fitness: What is It?

Hula HoopingBack in the fifties, hula hoops were toys. Hoopers, primarily girls and children, hooped for fun. Adult women tried it in hopes of spot reducing their waist and hips. Today, the hoop is back and exercisers are discovering the benefits of this fun activity. The new hoops are slightly bigger and heavier than the hula hoops of decades ago. These hoops are made to fit adults rather than children.

It's fun. It's rhythmic. You can do it to music or without music. You can do it inside or outside. You can do it alone or in a group. If you live in a community that sports a hooping fitness class, you can join up and participate.

Like most fitness exercises, hooping has simple moves for beginners, and more intricate and difficult moves for the experienced. The goal is to master the tricks and to keep moving fast enough to keep the heart rate up. Yes, today's hooping offers a cardio workout for those who pursue it seriously. And, like any cardio workout, it burns calories, which is good for those wanting to manage their weight.

And, for those who take the exercise seriously, its a surprisingly strenuous workout.

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Super Hula Hoop is among the more popular sports in Nintendo's Fii Fit system. In December, 2009, the American Council on Exercise listed hooping as "one of the top fitness trends for 2010." Working with researchers from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, the fitness council determined the number of calories burned in the Wii fitness games. Hooping received among the higher scores at 111 calories burned in a 30 minute session. The Wii fitness game is a great start to hooping for seniors or for others who are relatively inactive. Fit, regular exercises may benefit more from a hooping class or from a hooping DVD or video.

Hooping Video Demonstration

This expert hooper demonstrates a few advanced tricks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hooping

  1. Is hooping good exercise?

    Like any exercise, you get out of it what you put into it. Hooping, when done vigorously, can provide a good cardio workout, plus it can enhance flexibility and balance -- and its considerably easier on the joints than exercises like running or jogging on pavement.
  2. What are the benefits of hooping?

    Any movement is better than no movement. Hoopiing, at easier levels, is perhaps somewhat less vigorous than a moderate walk. When done vigorously, it can offer a good cardiac workout. It can also promote balance and flexibility, and since hooping can be done in classes, it has a social aspect. Unlike many forms of exercise, its FUN! Individuals who resist exercise in most forms may enjoy this activity.
  3. Can I lose weight from hooping?

    There are reports of a woman losing over sixty pounds by hooping. Hooping burns calories -- and the faster and more vigorously you hope, the more calories you will burn. To lose weight, you will likely need to moderate your food intake as well as upping your exercise level.
  4. What are the health benefits of hooping?

    Cardio benefits, as the heart strengthens with vigorous exercise. You may also develop flexibility and improve balance. Also, the fact that hooping is fun and enjoyable contributes to overall well-being.
  5. What is the record for hula hooping?

    The information you want is at the Hula Hoop World Records
  6. How old are the people taking up hooping?

    Most classes report women from their twenties through to the fifties are attending. However, there is no age limit and no reason why seniors could not benefit from hooping. As in any exercise, its wise to get a doctor's permission before commencing.
  7. Is it difficult to learn to hoop?

    Most people can pick up the basic moves in an hour or so. However, maintaining the hooping movement requires a build up of skill and strength.

Recommended Hooping Links

Hooping.org
You will find tons of information about hooping at this fitness community. There is even a story about a woman who lost over sixty pounds through hooping.
The Hooping Life
Check out this trailer of movie called The Hooping Life. The web site also has links to multiple sites related to hooping.
Hula Hoop World Records
Just in case you are interested.
Hoop City
Participate in contests, submit your own videos, locate other hoopers by state or city.

Current News Items About Hooping

Learn hula-hoop history, then get a workout in Hamburg
Berks Encore-Hamburg will be breaking out the hula hoops at 11 am Tuesday, May 29, for a hula hoop history lesson and demonstration. Kaitlin Becker, Berks Encore's information and referral specialist, will lead the activity in the senior center at 61 ...
Hooping mad! 2012 bosses banned my hula ring display and threatened legal ...
But an estate agent who created a celebratory Olympics display using hula hoops as the famous five rings has been ordered to take it down by Games organisers ? and threatened with legal action if he doesn't. Staff at Webbers Estate Agents in Braunton, ...
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  • poddys May 29, 2012 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    I could never hula hoop when I was a kid, it just isn't anything my body could ever do, however I am a master at hooping on the Wii Fit Plus! I love it, it really gets the body moving.
  • cricandcric1557 May 1, 2012 @ 2:02 pm | delete
    Excellent Lens.Its really a good lens. It gives me lots of pleasure and interest. It's a most important post.
  • nightcats May 1, 2012 @ 4:36 pm | delete
    Thank you.
  • David 23 Apr 28, 2012 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    I will recommend this post to my girlfriend!.

    David23
  • nightcats Apr 28, 2012 @ 6:41 pm | delete
    Maybe you would like to join her? I don't think its for women only! LOL
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