Though the true origins of the toy hoop are unknown --Egypt?China? -- the hula hoop made its way into millions of American toy boxes in the 1950s and '60s. Now, the children and grandchildren of those ...

My friend Fran and I were strolling downtown, and she was telling me about a friend’s latest exercise kick: the good old-fashioned hula hoop. “It’s a great workout for the waist,” she told me. “She ...

I know, I hear you. “A hula-hoop? For real?” And I am. One hundred percent. Hooping is not just for kids or extremely dexterous circus troupe members anymore. Adding a hula-hoop into your routine can ...

Hula hooping is an activity that can be done by the whole family. It’s fun, affordable, boosts your mood and counts as exercise. But sometimes, getting started can be a little frustrating — it’s hard ...

Weighted hula hooping can help you lose weight when combined with a healthy diet and strength training. According to research, a 30-minute hula hooping workout will burn up to 210 calories. Hula ...

Hula-Hoop dancers are taking the reemerging trend to a whole new level. Angela Presnell can balance the hoop on her nose and catch it between her ankles.

Start in a staggered position with your legs about two to three feet apart. Begin front to back waist hooping, and once you have a good rhythm, begin bending both knees to lower yourself down into a ...

Hula hooping is a timeless exercise that not only gets you sweating but is also a ton of fun — at least, when you’ve got the right hoop. The best weighted hula hoops are the right size and weight for ...