Weighted Hula Hoops? Yes/No

carmenf21
carmenf21 Posts: 40 Member
edited September 26 in Introduce Yourself
Are weighted hula hoops helpful to lose weight or get rid of love handles? Someone help! I really want one but before I purchase it I want to know if they really do work.???? Anyone?

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  • liswar
    liswar Posts: 25
    I have no idea, but they sound like fun! And if it's fun, you'll do it more...Interested to find out.
  • annastacia10
    annastacia10 Posts: 106
    I think they can help with toning but make sure you buy a good one. The one I bought comes apart very easily but I do think if you bought a better brand it would provide a great workout.
  • sctracy
    sctracy Posts: 41 Member
    I think they're a great workout, definitely...but I bought one and had to return it because I got such bruises! I had read reviews that said to expect bruising and pain at first, but that you would get used to it. I could not get used to it :)
  • Sadie98072
    Sadie98072 Posts: 212 Member
    Hooping in general is awesome for toning up the mid section, not to mention legs/butt/arms also.
    If you are just starting out, a weighted hoop is recommended. You will also need on that reaches to at least your belly button when you are standing up. The bigger and heavier the hoop the easier it is to get it working.
    If you are interested in hooping check out this website: hooping.org Its amazing!
  • sisterlilbunny
    sisterlilbunny Posts: 686 Member
    <---hoop dancer here. I usually tell people to get a "normal" hoop or make their own. Don't get the walmart kiddie ones as they are a waste of time. Straight out waist hooping will get your heart rate up and make you sweat in a great way!! The class I teach is up to 10 minutes endurance and they love/hate every minute of it. Toss the dance part onto it and they have a few choice things to say to me. ;D

    Here's a great site that explains how to build your own hoops http://www.jasonunbound.com/hoops.html. Then you can make them as heavy or as light as you want to! There are tons of vids if you want to learn the different tricks. Otherwise just grab your hoop and "chill" in front of the tv for a half hour!!
  • lilRicki
    lilRicki Posts: 4,555 Member
    That's awesome, I'm going to build myself one, I have two friends that love hoola hooping
  • carmenf21
    carmenf21 Posts: 40 Member
    THANKS EVERYONE!! I THINK I WILL PURCHASE ONE! AND ILL KEEP EVERYONE POSTED FOR WHEN I DO SO!

    THIS IS THE WEBSITE IM THINKING OF PURCHASING IT FROM

    http://www.sports-hoop.com/
  • carmenf21
    carmenf21 Posts: 40 Member
    THANKS EVERYONE!! I THINK I WILL PURCHASE ONE! AND ILL KEEP EVERYONE POSTED FOR WHEN I DO SO!

    THIS IS THE WEBSITE IM THINKING OF PURCHASING IT FROM

    http://www.sports-hoop.com/
  • peteyTwang
    peteyTwang Posts: 250
    REALLY? - - now I want to try it...
    and I've got that Alvin & The Chipmunks song stuck in my head!
  • Sadie98072
    Sadie98072 Posts: 212 Member
    THANKS EVERYONE!! I THINK I WILL PURCHASE ONE! AND ILL KEEP EVERYONE POSTED FOR WHEN I DO SO!

    THIS IS THE WEBSITE IM THINKING OF PURCHASING IT FROM

    http://www.sports-hoop.com/


    Mmmmm Id be more inclined to get a regular hoop (not a kids one) because you will be able to do more with it but still get the same effects.
    Try googling "How to hula hoop" to see what you could do with a hoop.
  • Escultor
    Escultor Posts: 64
    I have a friend who does tons of hooping. He has a collapsible one he carries to various parts of the world. The last I heard, he hooped on top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. He also has a cool lighted hoop.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCOBWzCvrvw&amp;feature=channel_video_title Kilimanjaro


    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DByHQRWKcc&amp;feature=channel_video_title Lighted Hooping and Juggling!

    This one is wild. It's a good idea, especially if it tones the middle.
  • agdeierl
    agdeierl Posts: 378 Member
    Where can you find "regular" hoola hoops? I don't want to make one.
  • Escultor
    Escultor Posts: 64
    When I looked up the videos to post above, I found that the advert next to the vid offered a variety of hoops and vendors. I didn't follow the link though so have no idea what you'll find.
  • soccermum75
    soccermum75 Posts: 588 Member
    Sounds fun. I want one too!
  • Sadie98072
    Sadie98072 Posts: 212 Member
    There are sellers on the hooping.org site if you are interested in buying one. Im not sure what they are like though as I get mine from a shop in Melbourne (Australia).
    There is a forum on their website so you could pick some brains about where is best to buy from.
  • jessicajones1022
    jessicajones1022 Posts: 43 Member
    Weighted hula hoops are awesome!! We used to have to do them in high school
  • sisterlilbunny
    sisterlilbunny Posts: 686 Member
    Hoopnotica.com, hoopgirl.com or my superduper favorite Superhooper.org are all reputable sellers. I got my fire and LED hoops through Lara (Superhooper) as well. I don't know if she still has it but on the fancier ones, you can get lay away. She's also super sweet to talk to and can help you pick out what's best for your goals.

    Welcome to your new addiction!! :D
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