Hula hooping is a great aerobic activity for all ages. Adding hula hoop exercises to your workout routine can tone and strengthen muscles while burning calories and increasing flexibility.
The hula hoop gained popularity in the 1950's in both the United States and the United Kingdom but its roots trace back much farther. The art of twirling the hoop actually dates back to Ancient Greece and Egypt where hoops had been made out of natural materials like wood, bamboo, and grasses. The plastic toy we are most familiar with was introduced to the public in 14th Century Great Britain. Today, fitness or sports hoops are made from rubber foam, plastics, and/or covered with nylon.
Benefits of hula hooping
Anytime you add another level of physical activity to your routine, your body benefits. Hula hooping increases your heart rate allowing your body to burn more calories, which in turn can lead to weight loss. To find your target heart rate for the best workout, use the heart rate calculator available online at a site like healthline.com.
Hula hooping can also improve coordination, circulation, and flexibility. It tones, trims, and strengthens core torso muscles. Strong core muscles help maintain posture, avoid back injuries, and improve balance. Strong core muscles are important to overall physical performance. Hula hooping is not limited to working only the midsection. It is also an effective exercise for sculpting those hard to define upper arms.
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