A stunning cardiovascular activity, hula hooping will "keep your core engaged" during your workout. Nutritionist, personal fitness trainer, and Total Shape co-founder and Chief Editor Isaac Robertson tells
Robertson advises beginners to use weighted hoops, which are simpler to handle and more effective. Spin it to burn extra calories."
Darryl Higgins, founder of Athlete Desk, recommends standing twists with either a weighted or standard hula hoop.
"With a hula hoop, this is one of the most basic ways to exercise," and "the abs get a great workout" when you "twist in a standing position."
Hold a hula hoop steady to do standing twists. While keeping your legs stationary and shoulder-width apart, rotate your upper torso to your right side for 5–10 seconds before doing the same on your right. As the activity gets easier, increase repetitions and sets.
"Russian twists are a great core exercise that you can enhance with a hula hoop," Julien Raby, WodReview.com creator, professional fitness trainer, and gym owner
"Russian twists burn tons of calories. Abdominals and core strength benefit too. Increase training intensity or add weights to burn more calories. This helps control love handles or muffin tops."