For people with big bellies, they often spend some time each day hula hooping in order to quickly get rid of the excess fat in their abdomen. However, they are not sure how long they can hula hoop each day without causing harm to their bodies. So, how long can one hula hoop in a day?
Is it good to hula hoop every day?
Hula hooping every day is not recommended.
Hula hooping primarily involves using the muscles in the waist and abdomen. Hula hooping every day can cause damage to the waist and abdomen, and it can also lead to intestinal torsion. It can also cause some harm to the cervical and lumbar vertebrae. Therefore, it is best not to hula hoop every day. Hula hooping three to four times a week is sufficient.
How long should one hula hoop in a day?
If hula hooping is done for the purpose of exercising the body, most people can hula hoop for 15-20 minutes continuously. If hula hooping is for weight loss and body shaping, one can hula hoop for about 30-45 minutes each day. When hula hooping, the body mainly relies on the strength of the waist. Prolonged twisting of the waist can easily cause or worsen waist muscle strain, lumbar facet joint hypertrophy, and lumbar disc herniation. People with osteoporosis will have their condition aggravated, and the elderly or those with poor cardiac function are prone to arrhythmias or heart failure. In addition, prolonged twisting in the same direction can also lead to intestinal torsion.
When is the best time to hula hoop?
There is no specific time restriction for hula hooping, but hula hooping can inhibit the peristalsis of the intestines and stomach. Therefore, it is best to choose a time between 9-11 am or 3-5 pm. However, most people are working during these time periods and do not have extra time for exercise. In that case, hula hooping can also be done one hour after a meal.
Precautions for hula hooping
1. It is best not to choose a hula hoop that is too heavy or too large in size. The weight should be approximately what the index and middle fingers can handle.
2. Since hula hooping primarily involves using the waist, it is best for people with waist muscle strain, spinal injuries, or osteoporosis not to engage in this activity.
3. Women should avoid hula hooping during pregnancy and menstruation. Hula hooping during pregnancy can increase the risk of miscarriage, and during menstruation, it can increase menstrual flow and worsen discomfort.
