Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Do you remember hula hooping when you were a kid? It was so much fun it never seemed like 'exercise.' But to do it now? Really?

Lately, I have been inundated with ads on social media for those brightly-colored, weighted hula hoops that are attached around your waist. Maybe you’ve seen a barrage of them, too? With such a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." After an abdominal surgery nearly three years ago, my core strength was wrecked and in desperate need of ...

Weighted hula hooping may help support weight loss by boosting calorie burning, increasing core strength, and reducing abdominal fat mass. But more research is needed. Hula hooping is an ancient dance ...

Hula hooping isn’t just for kids anymore — your favorite childhood activity is now a great cardio activity for all ages. Weighted hula hoops, which come in different weights, are an easy and fun ...

Hula hooping is an activity that can be done by the whole family. It’s fun, affordable, boosts your mood and counts as exercise. But sometimes, getting started can be a little frustrating — it’s hard ...

Hula-hooping instructor Joan Vilardi teaches a class on the sand at Corey Beach in Blue Point. Credit: Linda Rosier Vilardi ...

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 ...

Which smart hula hoops are best? If you enjoyed playing with a hula hoop as a child, you’ll be pleased to know that the activity is actually a great way to burn calories and improve your ...