KC Hoop Girl

12/10/2023

9 BENEFITS OF HULA HOOPING
#1 - IT WORKS YOUR CORE
One of the most popular and well-known exercise benefits of hula hooping is that it seriously works your core.
When you’re hula hooping, you’re keeping the hoop up by using your abdominal muscles, swinging your hips so that it doesn’t fall down. Moreover, your core must be engaged when you’re hooping, ultimately helping to build strong core muscles with consistent practice.
The more specific benefit of using a hula hoop is that it targets your abs and obliques as the resistance that it adds makes them work harder. This scientific study looked at the benefits of hula hooping with a weighted hoop and found that not only can it increase the abdominal muscle mass, but also reduce fat percentage on the abdominals.
Check out our next benefit of hula hooping for fitness to see how else strengthening your core can impact your fitness, and, you can head over to our article on how to engage your core here for an in depth guide.
#2 - IT IMPROVES YOUR BALANCE
Another great hula hooping health benefit is that it can improve your balance. This is because hula hooping strengthens your core muscles as we mentioned, which is essential for good posture and balance.
The benefits of hula hooping for balance are enhanced by the fact that in order to keep the hoop up, you need to concentrate on your balance and maintain good posture.
There are many ways you can incorporate exercises into your hula hooping to further improve your balance. You can try swaying from side to side to get used to the feeling, and then raising your foot off the ground, while hula hooping at the same time. Pushing yourself and varying movements is the only way to improve!
Not only will this target your balance, but you’ll also be working on your coordination! #3 -
It’s Inexpensive
One of the benefits of hula hooping for fitness is that it can be a super cheap way to strengthen your core and get fit.
#4 - It’s Adaptable
Another benefit of hula hooping is that it is super adaptable in that it doesn't just have to be a core exercise.
Not only can you hula hoop with your waist, but you can even use your arms to tone your triceps, biceps, and shoulders. Hula hooping is a great adaptable exercise, and it can target your whole body by performing various exercises.
You can even use hula hoops for exercises on the legs. The possibilities are endless with a hula hoop, so be sure to try out different variations.
#5 - IT IMPROVES POSTURE
Another benefit of using a weighted hula hoop is that it can improve your posture. By strengthening your core and the muscles in your back, hula hooping can assist in correcting any postural issues. This is particularly beneficial for anybody who has to sit down at work all day.
You’ll even see the benefits of hula hooping for 10 minutes a day, that's all it could take to begin improving your posture. If you’re working from home, you could even do a small session between meetings or when your back just needs a break.
Posture is massively important in day-to-day life, it can make you more confident, reduce fatigue, and create less tension in your back and shoulders. So not only is one of the benefits of hula hooping every day that it’s fun, but it can also improve your quality of life massively.
#6 - IT’S A CARDIO ACTIVITY
A great benefit of using a hula hoop, or even a regular hoop, is that it’s a cardio activity that’ll get your heart rate up and your blood pumping, making a great alternative to running miles on a treadmill.
As a low-impact cardio activity, one of the exercise benefits of hula hooping is that it puts minimal strain on your joints. Remember that low-impact doesn’t necessarily mean low-intensity, in fact a key benefit of hula hoop workouts is that they can make you sweat hard!
Cardio activities carry a whole host of benefits, including a stronger heart, stronger immune system, and improved mood. So hula hoop exercise benefits achieve much more than just strong abs.
#7 - It Torches Calories
If you’re looking for the hula hoop benefits for weight loss, you’ll be pleased to know that you can be shedding pounds all thanks to a toy you may have sitting in your garage.
Hula hooping is a great exercise for burning some extra calories and sculpting your core muscles, and can burn anywhere from 350 to 400 calories per hour!
Along with burning calories, another benefit of hula hooping is that it can help to reduce waist and hip size. This 2015 study found that women who hula hooped for 6 weeks lost an average of 3.4cm around their waist and 1.4cm around their hips, as well as a redistribution of body mass.
Another 2019 study found that hula hooping benefits included lowering body fat percentage significantly more than walking and that participants lost more inches around their waist when hula hooping. If you want to lose weight and get fit, this is one of the best benefits of hula hooping out there.
#8 - It Improves Your Overall Health
A massive hula hooping health benefit is that it can decrease LDL cholesterol, known as the ‘bad’ cholesterol that clogs your arteries and increases your chances of a stroke.
Not only that, but as a cardio exercise, hula hooping can improve your heart health and lung health and lower your risk of diabetes. And it’s not just your physical health that hula hooping can improve.
Yes! There are even mental benefits of hula hooping
Another one of the benefits of hula hooping is that it can make you happier! Thanks to the practice of exercise releasing endorphins, you are likely to feel incredible after a workout. This can help to combat symptoms of anxiety and depression and creates a good routine to keep you busy.
#9 - IT’S FUN
As our final benefit of hula hooping every day, it is of course the fun nature of hula hooping!
Sometimes running or weight training can seem like a chore, but you can take part in hula hooping with others and even get kids sized hoops to have fun with the family.
Overall, the happiness induced from exercising adds to the fun, alongside the variations and fun games and activities you can do, equate to an exercise that feels like a hobby.
FAQS
CAN HULA HOOPING SLIM YOUR WAIST AND TONE YOUR STOMACH?
It can! One study confirmed that one of the health benefits of hula hooping is a reduction in waist size, along with increased abdomist part this is completely based on the time you have and dedication you practice. However there are recommendations provided by bodies that promote regular exercise.

12/08/2023

Hula hooping is an underrated sport.
Most people immediately think of the schoolyard or gym class at school, but hula hooping is a complete workout for your body and mind. Especially your core, balance and endurance benefit greatly from a frequent hula hoop session. So dust off that hoop or buy a fitness hoop and start moving those hips!
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF HULA HOOPING?
Lose weight. Hula hooping is an intense sport.You burn around three hundred calories per hour.
Improve your stamina. Because you are constantly moving to keep the hoop going you work on your fitness.
Improve your coordination. The hoop doesn't just stay on your hips. You have to maintain good control of your body to keep the hoop straight and rotating in the same place.
Read Full Article: https://www.tunturi.com/.../the-benefits-of-the-hula.../...

12/08/2023

12/05/2023

11/29/2023

HOOP OFF your Holiday Calories TODAY 5:45-6:45pm.
$10. Hoops included.
St Andrews Episcopal Chruch 6401 Wornall KCMO 64113
( Brookside area )
Can't Hoop? Then you'll fit right in!
We use the Hoop for a TOTAL body workout! Hooping is low impact, it utilizes 30 Core muscles, enhances balance, speed & agility & hand to eye coordination. Plus its great for the cardio! Hoop Dancing burns big calories! Most of all it's FUN!
Come Hoop with me!

11/29/2023

TRUTH.

11/23/2023

I can't return this $160 Dress so I'll sell it for $40. Brand New, Never Worn. Very well made and comfortable. Excuse the model, the dress is super pretty in person. I need something shorter or the dress needs someone thats taller.... closer to 5"6". I'm 5'3. This wont work for me.

11/19/2023

PUT A HOOP ON IT. It will make the Party Funner. Hire a Hooper for your special event. www.kchoopgirl.com. Hoop Dance Artist. Entertainer. Kansas City, Missouri.

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11/14/2023

4 SPOTS STILL OPEN for Todays Tranquil Beginner Hula Hooping Fitness Class. Drop in. $10 Beginner Hoops included!
EVERY TUESDAY 5;45-6:45pm. Village Presbyterian Church. 6641 Mission Rd. Prairie Village Ks. 66208

Bring a friend & Fight FAT the FUN way at KC Hoop Girl's Beginner Hula Hooping Fitness Class.
This Low impact Hula Hooping Class is ideal if you want to ease back into excercising the Fun way and want a slower pace to get it done. OR, If you attended a hula hoop class in the past and thought it was too challenging or fast pace. We're taken the class pace down a notch and added a bit of Beginner Hoop Yoga. We use large slow spinning Hoops to get a TOTAL body workout.

Hooping is low impact, it utilizes 30 Core muscles, enhances balance, speed & agility & hand to eye coordination. Plus its great for the cardio! Hoop Dancing burns big calories!
Most of all it's FUN!
If you're a Scardy Cat or if you've never been able to Hula Hooper's then this class maybe a good match for you !

Can't Hoop? Then you'll fit right in!
We use the Hoop for a total body workout! Hooping is low impact, it utilizes 30 Core muscles, enhances balance, speed & agility & hand to eye coordination. Plus its great for the cardio! Hoop Dancing burns big calories!
Most of all it's FUN!
Can't make it Tuesday? Then join:
EVERY WEDNESDAY 5:45-6:45pm St Andrews Episcopal Chruch. 6401 Wornall. KCMO
EVERY THURSDAY 5:45-6:45pm at Village Presbyterian Church. 6641 Mission Rd. Prairie Village Ks. 66208.
EVERY FRIDAY 10-11am Tonganoxie Rec Center 300 State Ave. Tonganoxie Ks.
EVERY SATURDAY 10-11am Sylvester Powell Community Ctr. 6200 Martway Mission Ks. PLUS 1-2pm at Tonganoxie Recreational Commission 300 State Ave. Tonganoxie Ks.

11/14/2023

Great Article about Mens Hoop Fitness

https://www.reddit.com/r/Fitness/
https://www.reddit.com/user/sharklasers/

Men, get out there and hula hoop
I wanted to introduce you all to a passion of mine and tell you how it can complement your existing workout routine.

First, some videos of modern male hoopers: one, two, and three.

Hula hooping, typically referred to as hooping, has only recently started to become popular and is still a female dominated activity. As is the case with yoga, hooping means different things to different people. Some people do it for physical benefits (which we will discuss in a second) while some see it as a spiritual journey. While I am not one to discuss spirituality and introspection, you can find out more about this side of hooping by looking in to the Hoop Path. The founder of the Hoop Path (Baxter) is the individual in the second video above. Those that don't care about fitness or spirituality just hoop because it is FUN.

Contrary to popular belief, hula hooping is not just for ladies even though society has stereotypically deemed hooping as not very "masculine." A somewhat similar argument could be made about yoga, but as some of us know from trying the P90X yoga series, that s**t is hard.

Like with any activity, starting out will be frustrating as hell. Being able to keep the hoop up for more than five seconds will be a challenge for some. DON'T DESPAIR. Hooping is something that you need to practice practice practice because you are working on your body at a neuromuscular level.

Benefits: The biggest benefit is flexibility and mobility. It is not a coincidence that the most used word in Molding Mobility is CIRCLE. Almost every movement you do while hooping is to develop fluid joints. This is why hooping is complementary to strength training!

Hooping tricks are split into two categories: (1) on-body and (2) off-body. On-body refers to the hoop encircling your trunk (core) while off-body is when the hoop is not on your trunk (in your hand, on your leg, on your ankle, etc...).

As you would imagine, hooping on the trunk develops a flexible strong core. Chest and core hooping develops deep connective tissue as well. The reason hooping is so frustrating when you first start is because you don't have the neural connections which are required to react fast enough to keep the hoop up. With practice, you develop this necessary motor coordination. Keep in mind, this can take months.

On/off-body hooping helps develop propioception. The tiny movements used to control the direction of the hoop on/off your body requires great concentration. With practice, your body naturally starts to develop self-awareness. The act of spinning the hoop off your body is also a great complement to handstands and other bodyweight movements that build stabilizer muscles. See r/bodyweightfitness for more information on that.

Hooping is great cardio if you actually put effort into it. There are plenty of people who have put out DVDs using hoops for fitness. I'll throw another name out there: Betty Hoops. She has set a Guinness World Record for speed and distance running with a hoop.

Some other resources: http://www.hooping.org/?s=fitness

Also, I got a free beer at a bar for being able to hula hoop. That's a benefit, right?

Equipment: We aren't talking about those crappy plastic hoops you find at toy stores. In the hooping world there are many different types of hoops. Hoops are made out of three different types of materials. Also there are many different sizes.

Wondering where to get hoops? Check out any of the sponsors on the sidebar at hooping.org. Expect to pay around $25-40 for a hoop. The best place to get hoops, though, is to find someone local. I'll add to this a bit later.

Hoops are pretty easy to make at home if you are trying to go the frugal route.

Location: ANYWHERE. This is the beauty of hooping. Some hoops are collapsible so you can carry them wherever. For those that are too embarrassed to hula hoop in public, wear a blindfold! The only people judging you will be yourself. And if you are hooping in public, it is possible some people may approach you, especially other hoopers! The best way to build a community of hoopers is just to go out there and make yourself visible.

When a large contingent of hoopers get together they sometimes call this a hoop jam. Use some Google-Fu to find out about any local hooping groups in your area and they certainly will get you on the right path. Hoopers are a very eclectic bunch and are a very welcoming community. Many make their own hoops, so if you are looking to purchase a hoop, going to a local hoop jam is a great place to make friends and get started.

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11/13/2023

I Hoop for You. ❤️
www.kchoopgirl.com
Hoop Dancing Performances for Parties, Events & Promotions.
Large Group & Corporate Team Building Hoop Fitness Work Shops
Hula Hoop Parties for all occasions.
Weekly Hula Hoop Fitness Classes.
Sale of Custom Hula Hoops.

11/05/2023

On the article below, I love the fact that it promotes Hooping but it is dissappointing that the articles fail to mention DANCE HOOPS. So potential hoopers will never know the Joy dancing with a Hoop brings. DANCE HOOPS are light weight Hoops that serve the DUAL PURPOSE of waist hooping PLUS, working the arms so a FULL BODY WORKOUT is achieved.
https://www.womansworld.com/posts/weight-loss/weighted-hula-hoop-results
ARTICLE COPIED & PASTED:
Do you remember hula hooping when you were a kid? It was so much fun it never seemed like ‘exercise.’ But to do it now? Really? Yes — really — hula hooping with a heavier version of the classic hula hoop is all the rage on TikTok, with posts on ‘weighted hula hoops’ garnering over 2.4 billion views. One reason that it’s so popular is that it actually takes less coordination to spin a weighted hoop than a lightweight version. Another reason weighted hoops are all the rage: the activity is study-proven to burn 442% more belly fat in minutes than a whole lot of walking (more about that below). What cinched our interest in the new trend: One hula-hooper, retiree Mollie Kamm, shrunk her waist by 19 inches at age 59. Keep reading to learn more about using hula hoops for weight loss, what the different hoop options are, how real women have made it work for them to figure out if hooping might be right for you.
Where did hula hoops come from?
Brand-name Hula-Hoops were hollow plastic rings first released by the Wham-O toy company in 1958. They sold 25 million hoops in just two months and made the company $45 million in a year — equivalent to about $470 million today. Fun fact: Wham-O didn’t make the original hoop. The company was inspired by bamboo hoops used in kids’ gym classes in Australia. There’s also evidence that hoops made from materials like willow and grapevines have been used for dance and play since 500 BC. (Click through to read more about nostalgic workouts like hula hooping and trampolines.)
One thing all the old-timey hoops have in common: They’re lightweight. Spinning them hula-style gets heart rates up, so the activity is a form of low-impact aerobics. In the late 1990s, however, people using traditional hoops to help achieve health and fitness goals began adding weight to hoops to make them better at toning muscles in the midsection. Bonus: Added weight slows the motion of the hoop, so it also becomes easier to control.
DO WEIGHTED HULA HOOPS REALLY WORK?
Over the years, a number of studies have been done on weighted hula hoops. One of the most recent compared using a weighted hoop for about 13 minutes a day to walking 9,800 steps a day (which is roughly five miles and takes most folks about 50 minutes). The result? Both forms of activity had benefits, but hooping proved better at lowering bad cholesterol and it helped women shrink their waists 442% faster, says researcher Mari Lahelma, MD, PhD, and her University of Helskini team.
1. TRADITIONAL WEIGHTED HULA HOOPS
These look like beefy versions of toy hoops and are a great choice for anyone fairly coordinated who wants to recreate Hula-Hoop magic from childhood. “They’re simply made of heavier materials so your body work harder to move the hoop,” explains Fitness expert, Tosca Reno, 64, author of Your Best Body Now. Hoop weights vary, but most are two or three pounds. If you pick one up and have trouble keeping it spinning, you can find lots of great tutorials on YouTube to get you started.
2. Infinity-style hoops
This new twist on the hula hoop has become a TikTok darling and is the reason hooping is suddenly getting so much attention. An infinity-style hoop is a belt that fits snug to your waist. It has removable links, so you customize it to your exact size. “As you move, a weight swings around your body,” Reno explains. “The motion is similar to a hula hoop but requires less precision timing.” (If you need help getting the hang of it, you can find tutorials on YouTube.)
Also cool: It’s simple to tell if they hoop is working because it starts to get loose. You then remove a link from the belt to adjust to your new size. The Infinity Hoop brand sells for about $60
Whether you choose a traditional weighted hoop or a weighted infinity-style hoop, Reno says both choices are great exercise “and a lot of fun!”
HOW LONG TO USE A WEIGHTED HULA HOOP TO SEE RESULTS
The Infinity Hoop team challenges you to hoop for 30 minutes a day. They says that if you don’t need to make your hoop one link smaller — equal to two inches or 1-2 waistband sizes — after 30 days, you get your money back and you can still keep the hoop.

11/03/2023

Just another day in Hoop Paradise.💖 The world doesn't know what it's missing. Hooping won't solve your problems. It fixes your Soul so you can solve them yourself. I wish I had a Hoop Big enough to fit around the world and put it's flow back together. The world could use it right now.
Change your mind, body & soul today.
Beginner Hoop Fitness Classes. $10 Drop in. Hoops included.
EVERY Tues/Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat. Greater Kansas City Area.
www.kchoopgirl.com.
Hoop Dance & Performance Artist. Entertainer. Instructor.

10/30/2023

Hand-made Treasures I will love FOREVER. I received on my Birthday from Hooper's Erica Bakota & Zoi Bacoda.💖 The plaque has a Hook on the back so I can hang it. Thank you Erica & Zoi !

10/30/2023

I thought this was an interestIing twist on how to learn to Hoop if youve never been able to hoop. I think it could work for some Hooper wanna B's!

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10/30/2023

On TRANQUIL TUESDAYS We cater to cowards !
Big FUN was had last Tuesday's Beginner Hula Hoop Class!! NEVER Hoopers were transformed to become FOREVER Hoopers💖 Drop in EVERY TUESDAY 5:45-6:45pm. $10 Custom Beginner Hoops included! Village Presbyterian Church. 6641 Mission Rd. Prairie Village Ks.
This Low impact Hula Hooping Class is ideal if you want to ease back into excercising the Fun way and want a slower pace to get it done. OR, If you attended a hula hoop class in the past and thought it was too challenging or fast pace. We're taken the class pace down a notch and added a bit of Beginner Hoop Yoga. We use large slow spinning Hoops to get a TOTAL body workout.
Hooping is low impact, it utilizes 30 Core muscles, enhances balance, speed & agility & hand to eye coordination. Plus its great for the cardio! Hoop Dancing burns big calories! Most of all it's FUN!
If you're a Scardy Cat or if you've never been able to Hula Hooper's then this class maybe a good match for you !

10/15/2023

I got a HOOPTASTIC Thank You from Tyler & Kim regarding the Wedding Group Hula Hoop party that Amanda & Lori lead while I was out of town ! Dunk the Hooper Ball Toss Game was part of the event ! The Groom volunteered to be the Dunkee & Hooper for the game.

10/13/2023

Wicked FUN !
5:45-6:45pm
Village Presbyterian Church
6641 Mission Rd.
Prairie Village.

10/11/2023

I've got a HOOPILICIOUS PRICE on this 100 PSI Custom Collapsible Dance Hula Hoop. Normally they go for $60. but the New Price is $45. It has two kinds of tape ( grip & sparkle) plus, dual swivel connections so it folds down to fit in a suitcase for travel. Let me know if you'd like to purchase it.

10/07/2023

Let the PARTY begin! KC Hoop Girls ROCKING the Alzheimer’s Walk for Life. Liberty Memorial, Kansas City, Missouri.

10/02/2023

IMPORTANT INFO for Hula Hoop Class attendees. Due to our participation in the Alzheimers Walk for Live Event, There WILL NOT be a class this Saturday 10/7/23 at Sylvester Powell.
All Hoopers are invited to join us for FREE Hula Hoop lessons THAT DAY 8am-10am at the Liberty Memorial / National WWI Museum and Memorial at 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108.

09/28/2023

CALLING ALL HOOP GIRLS, HOOP FANS & HOOP WANNA B'S
KC Hoop Girls will be performing AND offering FREE hula hoop lessons at the Alzheimers Walk for Life. October 7th, 8:30am-10:30am
Liberty Memorial/WW1National Museum. 2 Memorial Dr. KCMO, 64108.
We'll be Hooping to a live band. All Hoopers, Hoop Girl Followers & wanna B Hoopers are welcome to join.
This is a loosely structured event & an opportunity to show off your hoop skills, learn new ones and help others learn how to Hula Hoop.
Bring your Hoop or use one of mine. Wear your PINK Hoop Girl TANK if u have one. Or ANY Hoop Girl Tank if you dont. Or no tank if you dont own one😃. Tanks are available for PURCHASE if you want one. $25-36 each
Hoop Girl Participants: Gina Elder, Lori Scott Bruce, Amanda Edmonds, Holloway, Erica Bakota, Zoi Bacoda, Carrie Cross, Sallie Jones, Janice Pearl
This is our 7th year!

09/28/2023

Get a Hoop & Transform you mind, body & soul.

09/28/2023

CALLING ALL HOOP GIRLS, HOOP FANS & HOOP WANNA B'S
KC Hoop Girls will be performing AND offering FREE hula hoop lessons at the Alzheimers Walk for Life. October 7th, 8:30am-10:30am
Liberty Memorial/WW1National Museum. 2 Memorial Dr. KCMO, 64108. We'll be Hooping to a live band. All Hoopers & Hoop Girl Followers are welcome to join. This is a loosely structured event & an opportunity to show off your hoop skills, learn new ones and help others learn how to Hula Hoop.
Bring your Hoop or use one of mine.
Hoop Girl Participants: Gina Elder, Lori Scott Bruce, Amanda Edmonds, Holloway, Erica Bakota, Zoi Bacoda, Carrie Cross, Sallie Jones, Janice Pearl
This is our 7th year!

09/27/2023

BIG FUN was had Hooping at the Plaza Art Fair! This was the 7th year that Hoop Girls performed.

09/26/2023

Amanda Edmonds ROCKS the Hoop Class! Join Amanda EVERY FRIDAY 10-11am & EVERY SATURDAY 1-2pm for KC Hoop Girls Beginner Hula Hoop Dance Fitness Classes. Drop in. $10 Hoops included. Tonganoxie Recreation Commission 300 State Ave. Tonganoxie Ks. Adults, Kids & Scaredy Cats Welcome !

09/26/2023

I can never resist a good opportunity for a Photo Bomb! Amanda Edmonds Sallie Jones Sirenna Beyer Lori Scott Bruce

09/15/2023

FREE HULA HOOPING LESSONS & FIREWORKS DISPLAY TODAY 7:30-9:30pm Beginner Hula Hoops Included.
Join KC Hoop Girl at the Sports Complex at the Levenworth County Fairgrounds. 405 W 4th Sr. Tonganoxie Ks.

09/14/2023

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09/11/2023

Updated class schedule. STARTING 9/22/23 WE HAVE ALSO ADDED A FRIDAY 10-11am Class in Tonganoxie Ks with instructor Amanda Edmonds
We may also be adding a Tuesday class in Prairie Village !

09/10/2023

BAD to the BONE!

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