With an adult size hoop, play time and some great tips you can create a workout that is going to have you feeling super fit while having fun. Yes, on body hooping is the most playful way to improve your posture, tone your tummy, lift your mood and make you feel like a circus star!
Here are 5 body parts that you will want to learn to hoop on to get the most out of your workout.
Waist Hooping
What most people think of when they see a hula hoop and the ideal place to start your journey to hoop stardom. Waist hooping for 10-15 minutes per day will not only give you some strong core muscles but it will definitely impress your friends. Start with a few spins and work your way up, soon you will be dancing around the room to your fav tunes. How to Waist Hoop for Total Beginners
Learn the foundations of hoop dance
Hip Hooping
Dropping the hoop down and working it on your hips is not only going to make you feel like Beyonce it is going to shift that stubborn lower belly pooch. Sassy and speedy, hip hooping takes some practice to pick up the timing but you will nail it in no time.
Leg Hooping
Ready for killer balance, superhero coordination and a powerful booty? Yes you are. Leg hooping is your best friend but don’t be fooled by this playful move, correct leg hooping is much harder than it looks in the beginning. Unless you have a good teacher 😉
Chest Hooping
Now we are talking full core power. This is where your super hooper powers really kick in and once you get the hang of this incredible move you will be feeling like running away with the circus.
Learn to hoop on your upper body
Shoulder Hooping
A sweet spot for so many hoopers. It can feel like the popping and locking of hoop dance, but once you get your circular timing on and feel into the connection with your hoop it will be a freestyle float. A strong full body dance that feels like bliss!
21 Day
Shoulder Hooping Challenge
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So how do you get started with this mega fun workout?
- Grab yourself an adult size hoop (I started with one like this a dance hoop. You could also get a travel dance hoop like this one )
2. Make a fun playlist
3. Jump over to the Hooplovers channel or book Deanne Love as your hoop teacher. Start off with waist hooping and work your way down or up for an extra challenge!
Try these tutorials to get you started
How to Hula Hoop for Total Beginners
Hula Hoop Tricks for Beginners – Isolation Trick
Hula Hoop Trick: Basic Escalator
Hula Hoop Fitness: 5 Minute Hula Hoop Workout
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