Can I Lose Weight from Hula Hooping?
Well, the good news is that exercising doesn't have to be boring. You absolutely CAN lose weight from hula hooping, especially if you enjoy it and can keep it up for about thirty minutes. In order to lose weight and stay healthy, you can do anything to move as long as you enjoy it.
And hula hooping for weight loss has some serious benefits. It can help you get a great set of abs. When twirling the hula hoop, you activate your core. It's fun, it's silly, it's also great exercise. What more could you want?
Other Fun Activities for Fitness
This isn't the only fun activity that can help you lose weight. There are certainly others! Think about what you enjoy. Or, pick from the list. Try these activities to help get you moving and eliminate boredom.
* Play with your kids or dog.
* Start a kickball game.
* Belly dance, dance to the radio, etc.
* Go hiking.
* Take a walk around your neighborhood.
* Play beach volleyball.
What do you like?
What do you like to do? Don't try to force yourself to do things that you don't like. You'll never stick to the routine. Instead, make a list of activities you do enjoy. Commit to doing something five days a week or so and you will be on your way to getting in great shape.
Add Strength
Just make sure your routine is fairly well rounded. Make sure you get your heart rate up and that you incorporate some strength work. Even if you don't enjoy it, you can at least learn to tolerate it. Building muscle helps burn fat.
You don't need to get hardcore about the strength. Just spend 20 minutes three times a week doing something at home. You can buy a video, use weights or bands, do sit ups and push-ups, etc. Just do it and you'll look great.
So, can I lose weight hula hooping? Absolutely! You can lose weight AND have fun. If you enjoy what you're doing, you'll stick with it. If you don't like hula hooping, pick something you DO enjoy.
Published by Katherine Huether
I am a freelance writer and have a BA in English from the University of New Hampshire. I also have a Diploma in Herbal Studies from the American College of Health Sciences. In addition, I have extensive lang... View profile
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- You CAN lose weight and still have fun.
- Hula-hooping is great exercise.
- Get great abs!