Hula Hoop

Here is the official video of the new Stella Mwangi (aka STL) single Hula Hoop (featuring Mohombi), from the album "Kinanda".

 

Hooping

Nice song, so I had to do some research, and I found out that a hula hoop is a toy hoop that is twirled around the waist, limbs or neck. So I got myself one. I wanted to use it for exercising, but I didn't seem to be able to control the thing. So I gave it to my girl. And she didn't have any problems with it at all. Really amazing!

Here’s an easy two-step lesson on how to hula hoop.

1. Make sure you have the right size hula hoop

What’s the right size? Try this: Stand with your hoop in front of you. The general rule of thumb is that a hoop should stand somewhere between your navel and nipple height, although some compensation should be made for your waist size, too. General rule of thumb: The bigger you are, the bigger the hoop should be. Larger hoops will rotate slower, making getting started easier. Smaller than that will make the hoop rotate faster, which is more challenging, although smaller hoops may be useful for certain tricks.

2. Put one foot in front of the other, and shift your weight 

Hold the hoop against your back. You can start it a little above your waist. Then, push the hoop around your waist, and shift your weight back and forth on your feet to keep the hoop moving. Easier said than done? Having trouble “keeping it up”? Here are some more tips: Many people try to move their hips in a circle with the hoop. This actually makes hooping much harder. Try this: put one foot in front of the other and just shift your weight back and forth from foot to foot. It’s less of a circular hip motion and more of just a rocking or pumping motion. In terms of which direction to hoop in, try them both! You’ll know right away which one is right for you. I’ve found that right handed people generally hoop counter-clockwise, while lefties go clockwise, but many people are exceptions to this rule. Most of all: be patient! It can take a while to get the hang of it — don’t give up! If you get frustrated trying to get the hoop going around your waist, try hooping with your hands!

Are you still looking for a nice Christmas present for your girl? In the video below you can find out why you should buy your girl a hula hoop. Hooping does not just tone the midriff, but burns a fearsome amount of calories (as many as 100 every 10 minutes), boosts your mood and your sex life, and provides spiritual enlightenment.