FAQ's

Can anyone learn hooping? I have never hooped before?
Hula hooping is suitable for pretty much everyone, and is easily learned regardless of age and backgrounds. It does not matter how good you think you are, only that you try.

What if I am not flexible?
All the more reason to keep trying, the Powerhoop will teach you to become flexible

Do I have to be fit?
No, but if you are not fit take it slowly, do not use the hoop for more than the recommended times.

Can you recommend a suitable size / weight of hoop?
The best size for the average beginner adult the 3lb hoop
Larger size adults, or more experienced users can try the 4lb hoop
For children over 8yrs old or who are well developed or heavy built, the 1.5lb hoop is recommended.
Small children from approx 6 yrs old can use the wavy 1lb hoop.
(Ensure restricted use of just 10 mins per session is adhered to.)

Will it keep me fit and can I lose weight?
Yes! Whatever your fitness level you will find hooping challenging. . As with other forms of cardiovascular exercise, regular practice will also aid weight loss.

Am I to old?
No! The Powerhoop can be used whether you are 6 or 106!

How long will it take until I feel the benefits?
You will feel the benefits from the very first time you use the Powerhoop. Many people report increased energy, laughter and strengthening of abdominal muscles.
If you are new to it, start slowly with just a few minutes hooping each time.  Give your body a chance to get used to the hoop. Then, over several weeks, gradually increase the time of your hoop sessions.  You are not in competition! This way, you will avoid bruising because the body will have a chance to adjust slowly.

It is also important to keep the hoop off the ribs and hip bones. Make sure you are hooping on your tummy  for your abdominal muscles. 

Later, when you are really used to it, you may find it will no longer matter what part of the body you hoop on. Advanced hoopers can do it on waist, hips, buttocks, thighs, legs, chest, neck, arms and hand.
 
What difference does a hula hoop size make?
Larger hula hoops rotate more slowly, smaller hula hoops rotate more quickly. When learning to hula hoop, larger hula hoops are more forgiving because they give extra time to execute movements slowly and accurately. It is easier with larger hula hoop to begin to feel the hula hoop moving around your body, to become accustomed to its rhythm, and to develop your own rhythmic response to it. So we recommend starting with the 3lb hoop which is 41”. Later, as your skill level increases, if you want to challenge yourself, you may decide to choose a smaller or heavier hula hoop, to play and experiment with.