Hula hooping is the one of the latest fitness crazes to sweep the nation, but its health benefits were generally unknown – until now. A study by the American Council on Exercise found that hula ...

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

The Hula-Hoop is one of the most famous toys in history, but the science behind it has gotten little attention. Some of us are master twirlers, while others can't manage more than one spin. So how do ...

A weighted hula hoop provides a fun and accessible way to lose weight and improve core strength. It is a safe way to exercise for most people, but those with injuries or chronic pain should speak with ...

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Hula hooping is so commonplace that we may overlook some interesting questions it raises: "What keeps a hula hoop up against gravity?" and "Are some body types better for hula hooping than others?" A ...

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8News got a visit from two special guests on Friday to learn about having fun while exercising. 8News anchors Autumn Childress and Madison Moore tried hula hooping on Friday, Feb. 27, with instructor ...