Weighted hula hoops are all over social media — so we asked fitness professionals whether they’re really a great workout tool.

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With an inspiring documentary film on Sunday (and new fitness classes), New York's hooping community wants you to know that hula hoops are not just for kids. A “hoop jam” in Washington Square Park.

Circling a hula hoop around the hips is something that will probably take you back to your childhood days. As you go down ...

Hula hooping is all about continuous circular motion, which engages the core muscles to maintain balance and rhythm. This exercise works the obliques, rectus abdominis, and lower back muscles. The ...

What are the best weighted hula hoops? Weighted hula hoops are fantastic workout tools. They’re softer, heavier and often larger than plastic toy hoops. Using a weighted hula hoop regularly can help ...

WASHINGTON(ABC7) — Could a school-yard toy be the key to a good workout? Workout Wednesday takes a creative turn with Instructor Jordan Seitz of Pole Pressure and student Ann Nguyen, who demonstrated ...

Hula hooping and tai chi are two popular exercises that claim to improve hip mobility. Both activities offer unique benefits and cater to different preferences and fitness levels. While hula hooping ...