If you haven't seen a Hula Hoop since you were a kid, it's time to take another look. No longer just toys, hoops of all kinds are now popular workout tools. But is hooping really good exercise? "We ...

What is a Hula Hoop? The hula hoop first found its fame as a children's toy. It's a round, plastic hoop that's meant to be twirled around the for as long as possible until it falls. Hula hoops come in ...

Hula hooping is a timeless exercise that not only gets you sweating but is also a ton of fun — at least, when you’ve got the right hoop. The best weighted hula hoops are the right size and weight for ...

Gains are just around the corner.

Remember that plastic Wham-O sensation from the 1950s that got everyone swiveling their hips? The Hula Hoop is back -- as a low-impact fitness sensation. I's fun!" Dawnmarie Raymond promises, as she ...

Bottom line: Keeping the hoop moving around your waist, hips and arms strengthens your core, increases your heart rate and tones abdominals, hips and butt. Who knew there was this much technique and ...

The best type of exercise for beginners is the one you'll actually do. Without sounding flippant, the likelihood of keeping up a type of fitness you hate is minimal. But if you find a form of exercise ...