Believe it or not but weighted hula hoops are quickly becoming the latest craze in the world of fun and fitness combined. The biggest thing is just don't sweat over how to use them. Just pick one up and start having fun. You can't really do things wrong. However if you are looking for some basic steps then feel free to read the rest of this article.

The first step is simply taking hold of the hula hoop. Just pick it up and hold it.

Now you want to move the hoop to ankle level, so just a few inches off the ground.

The time has come to take your first step into your new weighted hula hoop.

Bring the hoop up to your waist level.

At this point you want to have the hoop rest against your back. Do this by holding the hoop with both hands and pull it forward until you feel it on your back.

At this point you want to swing the hoop to the left on your body. Just let it roll around your body and let it fall. Go ahead and do this a few times until you get a good feel for what you are doing.

So now you kind of have a feel for the hoop. This time leave the hoop at your feet and do some practice with your hip movement. Just keep your feet planted firmly on the ground and do some pelvis circles. Do this as many times as you need to get it to feel good.

The time has come to put the practice to use. Go ahead and give the weighted hula hoop a flip around your waist. Get the hoop meeting your hips and continue the movement to keep the hoop circling your body.

The whole idea is to keep the hoop going as long as possible. Of course it will eventually fall but that's okay. It's as simple as picking it up and starting over.

At the end of the day make sure you are having fun because that's what it's all about. The hoop is great for a fitness regime but the key is don't get too serious because as long as you are enjoying yourself the weight loss will come with it. Go ahead and get your hands on a weighted hula hoop and have some fun.

Jane is just one of those ladies who goes through life having fun. She now wants to help many others have fun.

Jane first got involved with weighted hula hoops about 5 years ago and soon realized that the kids toys of the past could not only be used as fun but also as a great fitness tool.



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