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Do Weighted Hula Hoops Work? Trainers Explain All Of The Potential Benefits (Women's Health)
Posted: Mar 26, 2025 in In the News
This article originally appeared on Women's Health on March 26, 2025.
TikTok users swear by weighted hula hoops for toning their core and burning calories—but do they really work? The short answer: Yes, and they're making a major comeback as a go-to tool for fun, effective fat-burning workouts. The hashtag #weightedhulahoop has racked up millions of views, with users claiming the rhythmic, waist-spinning movement delivers serious results, especially when it comes to hula hoop weight loss...
Hula hooping isn’t just fun—it can torch a surprising number of calories. The average person burns approximately 210 calories in a 30-minute hula hoop workout, according to a study from the American Council on Exercise (ACE). That’s comparable to brisk walking at a 4 mph pace or moderate cycling...
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