Weighted Hula Hoop, ACU Hoop 3M - 3.2lb Medium, Weight Loss Fitness Exercise Sports Hoop with Wavy Ridges (Rainbow Colors)

I researched these a lot before I bought this, and couldn't find much about the difference between the bumpy one and the smooth version. Since I've been using this bumpy one, I realize that it problems makes you engage your stomach muscles more when it's bumpy as opposed to the smooth one. I have to warn you that the first time you do it, you can expect a very bruised-feeling middle. I never had visual bruises, just the feeling of them. I was pretty sore for a couple of days afterward, but just like anything, your body gets used to it, so don't give up! If you have ever taken a spin class, you know how badly your bottom hurts after the first class, but then it's just fine as you do it more. I am really into fitness and workout often, but I would still recommend getting the 3lb hoop to start. I cannot imagine keeping up with anything heavier when you're starting out. I love that it breaks down and you can travel with it. If you google hoola hoop workouts, there are great ways to incorporate your arms as well so it's a good all over body workout right in your hotel room! I bought it with Amazon Prime, so it turned out to be cheaper than at any local store that sold them.

I purchased two of these for my daughters as something fun for them to have this summer. I spent quite a bit of time mulling over what size/weight to get them since they are fairly young. Based on the manufacturer's recommendations, these hoops are too big/heavy. I'm glad I didn't follow the recommendations! My 7 year old did struggle at first, unable to keep the hoop up at all, but only 1 week later she is up to 1 1/2 minutes & is determined to beat her sister's standing record of 2 minutes. :)Overall easy to assemble & good quality. Far superior than the cheap plastic hoops that you get at local stores. And as an added bonus, I am using it for core strength.Update: Moments after submitting my review my 7 year old surpassed her sister's record & got to 2:05. And then minutes after that she got to 3:22 and my 8 year old to 3:50. :)

I went to the product's website to find the right size for me then ordered on Amazon. The hoop comes in pieces that you click together. Other reviewers commented that it falls apart easily. I did not find this to be true but I can see how you could... if you don't really pay attention and make sure the pieces "click" together, they will probably come apart. Once they are secure, I don't think this thing will EVER come apart!The first couple days of using it, I was able to keep it up for about 2 rotations. I was terrible! I didn't think it was going to be a good product for me due to lack of coordination. However, after maybe 3 days and watching a couple videos, I was able to keep it up for a few minutes... then 5 minutes... then 10 minutes. You might be a little sore at first but you get over it! It's a great way to get moving!

I purchased this in January 2012 and have used it practically every day since. I was somewhat apprehensive reading reviews from people who had gotten bruised, etc. But I figured if that began to happen, I would stop using it.I read the instructions on the side of the box, stating to only hula 1-5 minutes/day the first week, approx. 5-10 mins./day the second week, and so on. The box also warned the hoop should not be used more than 20 minutes in a day. By following these instructions exactly, I never received a bruise, though I did have some soreness as my core and obliques were being worked.The box also states not to use the product if you have any physical issues with your stomach. I will say the nights I tried using this a few hours after coffee/beer/spicy foods, I did have some indigestion/heartburn. At which point, I stopped and took TUMS and left the hoop for another day.I'm 5'3", 125 lbs. and had never hula-hooped with a weighted hoop and this was the product Sports-Hoop recommended according to my specs. Personally don't mind the bumps on the hoop and I haven't been hurt by them, particularly since more and more I've been tightening my core before starting to hula.One thing I'd definitely recommend is cleaning the hoop periodically. I tend to sweat, so often I'll wipe down the hoop with some natural cleaning spray on a clean cloth. Just like you would on a gym machine.Results-wise, I can see my abs for the first time ever, and my waistline has definitely become slimmer such that my figure is a bit more hourglass-like. I started at 1 minute of non-stop hula-ing in January, it's July and now I can hoop for 20 minutes non-stop. I'd prefer not to go over that so as not to exhaust my muscles or cause any real damage. 20 minutes goes by quickly when you're checking your email or reading on your kindle. ;)Update: to clarify, I sometimes use my Kindle Fire while I'm hula-hooping. Yep, I'm a multitasking nerd!

I purchased this sports hoop so I can add it to my exercise routine in an attempt to lose weight. I am not traditionally a hula hoop fan, but this sports hoop has been a lot of fun. I can actually do it although it has taken me some practice to keep it up around my waist. I find I have to put my arms out to balance my body in order to keep the hoop going around and around. I read where people were getting bruised from the exercise hoop but this has not happened to me at all. I was a bit sore the first few times but it was a good kind of sore. I purchased one for my niece as well who can't hula hoop with a traditional hula hoop. She can manage this without a problem and she is teeny tiny. She loves it just as much as I do. My recommendation is to keep practicing with it and not to give up if you can't do it right away. The more you do it, the easier it gets.

Very easy to put together, great work out! However - my 14 yr old daughter dropped it during a regular work out and the plastic snapped in half rendering it useless and unrepairable. Thus, I would have to say it is not very sturdy.

Der acu hoop ist wirklich sehr stabil. Ich hatte davor ein günstiges NoName Modell und das hat sich bei manchen Übungen total verbogen, so dass der Reifen im normalen Zustand dann nicht mehr richtig rund war. Der Ach hoop ist so stabil, dass man jede Übung mit ihm durchführen kann.Ich hullee täglich eine Stunde und bin total zufrieden. Auch das hullern auf der hüfte klappt mit diesem Reifen viel leichter.

なかなか良いと思いました。1年半ほど使用中。ウエストのシェイプアップには良いと思います。ウエストのシェイプアップ

This hula hoop was recommended by a friend so I just jumped for it. I'm not looking to loose weight but want to tighten up and strengthen my core. It's a real workout and I agree with my friend that it's good to start with 2-3 mins to start. I'm now up to 10 mins a day and can feel the difference after a couple of weeks. The hoop itself is very sturdy, beautifully coloured and it's easy to pack as it disassembles.

This Hoop is brilliant I love itIts such a fun way to exercise :)I use it everyday I put on my mp3 player get the hoop out go in the garden and hoop its so much funI love the rainbow colours I just leave the hoop as a hoop i have never taken it apart.I have been using it loads for a few months and its still solid and strong.Its definetely helping slim down my tummy and my body generally feels stronger.

Der Hula Hopp ist echt super! Damit macht es umso mehr Spass