How to Hula Hoop Around Your Legs

If you wish to lose weight and build some muscle tone, using the hula hoop is a great way to do it. The hula hoop was invented as a toy in the 1950s, although it made its first appearance in ancient Egypt. That toy you used to play with as a child can be fun again, as well as challenging. Once you have the basics down, raise the bar by doing the hula hoop around your legs. Your waistline will thank you.

Things You'll Need

• Hula hoop

Instructions

1. Stand up straight with your feet close together.

2. Hold the hula hoop in both hands. Bring it down over your head until it is down around your knees. Keep the hula hoop level. Pull it forward until it touches the backs of your knees.

3. Give the hula hoop a good throw in either direction, making sure its level as you do so, twirling it to the back and forward again. Keep the momentum going by moving your legs forward and back with your knees together. As the hoop twirls to the back, bring it forward again by moving your knees forward. Move your knees to the back to send the hoop behind you. Hold your arms up so you don't lose your balance.

References

• Loti.com: History of the Hula Hoop
• Hulahoopmadness.com: Around the Knees