Make your workouts more fun with these hula hoop exercises
Thinking of making your workouts more enjoyable? Well, all you need is a hula hoop to come out of the vicious 'circle' of a boring fitness routine. An exercise prop that is commonly used for hip and waist rotations (standing twists), one can use it for a handful of more fitness activities that can help them burn calories, build strength, and enhance flexibility.
Rolling reach
This exercise can help you stretch your back, arms, and legs, offering respite from muscle stiffness and soreness. Hold the hula hoop in front of you and bend forward with your spine straight and hips pushed back. Now roll the hula hoop toward the right as much as possible and then toward the left side. Do five or 10 repetitions or as desired.
Hula hoop V-sit
Aiming to strengthen your abs? Do hula hoop v-sits daily. Sit with your legs stretched in front of you. Now put one foot on the lower end of the hoop and place your hand on the upper end. Once done, lean backward and raise your hand and feet in the air. Alternate sides and limbs with repetitions. This routine targets core muscles effectively.
Hula hoop squats
Squats with a hula hoop? Yes, that is possible! Stand with your feet hip-width apart and position the hula hoop in front of you, at least one arm's distance away. Resting your hands on it, push your glutes backward and begin to lower your body to come into a squat position. Hold for a few seconds and then get back up. Do multiple repetitions.
Hula hoop Russian twists
For a stronger core and endurance, you can do Russian twists with a hula hoop to make it more fun and effective. Begin by sitting on the floor and holding the hula hoop with your hands. Now slightly flex your knees, lift both your legs a little, and lean backward. Twist to the right with the hula hoop and then to the left.
Hula hoop tree press
Hold the hula hoop behind your head and stand straight. Now lift your right leg and place the sole on the inner thigh of your left leg. Keeping your back straight, lower the hula hoop behind your back as you flex your elbows. Gently bring it up and then down again. Elbows should remain intact. Repeat this at least 10 times.
