Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Begin by hula hoping in a standing position. The legs are slightly more than shoulder length apart, the back is straight and the hula-hoop rotates in a regular and consistent pattern around the waist.
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Step 2
Allow the hoop to reach a good amount of speed before you begin to lower into a sitting position. The speed should be such that a slight wiggle on the way to the ground will not upset the general motion of the hoop.
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Step 3
Slowly bend the knees lowering the body towards the ground. Be sure to keep the back straight and the waist gyrating to keep the hoop moving on your descent.
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Step 4
Crouch down and lower your shins face down onto the ground into a kneeling position. Continue to hula-hoop and slowly tuck your feet and legs underneath you.
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Step 5
Raise one leg at a time to a crouching position as you begin to stand back up. It is important to keep concentrating on gyrating your waist in a regular and consistent movement in order to retain the hula-hoops speed. Keep the back straight and arms out of the way as you rise.
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Step 6
Unbend your knees from a crouch into a stand position being sure to plant the feet firmly on the ground. Be sure that you have your legs far enough apart to facilitate the weight shift as you get up.
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Step 7
Return to position in Step 1 and continue to hula hoop. Repeat as many times as you choose or make it part of your regular exercise routine.
