Washington Post Interview August 2010
Hula hoop fitness class revolves around work and playGranetta Coleman, founder of a hula hoop fitness company called Hooper Natural, teaches modern hooping to D.C. locals year round. Classes focus on the foundations of "on the body" and "off the body" hooping, offering a total body workout and instant fun, participants say. (Andrew Mach/The Washington Post)
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HUGE HOOPS COMING TO DUPONT CIRCLE!!
Register Now at SHOP for the ADULT Dupont Circle CLASSES. Learn to hoop in the funkiest spot in DC. From 6:30-7:30 Thursday September 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd, and all Thursdays in October. See Classes/Events Calendar for details.
By nature, humans are born to play. As children we play naturally. But, as we grow up, we take on more responsibilities; become more serious; and we stop playing.
Hoopernatural™ classes and hoops satisfy our instinctive need for play!! Classes involve a modern day fitness hoop. Extra large hoops are used to make it easy for adults to feel the hoop around them and successfully waist hoop. Smiling and laughing start almost immediately upon hooping. Hoopernatural™ classes offer numerous “on the body” and “off the body” moves that are endlessly challenging, but feel great to master. As you practice these moves, you are also burning calories, toning your entire body, and sculpting your core.
Come hoop with us and rediscover the power of natural fitness and natural fun.
Hoopernatural™ classes and hoops satisfy our instinctive need for play!! Classes involve a modern day fitness hoop. Extra large hoops are used to make it easy for adults to feel the hoop around them and successfully waist hoop. Smiling and laughing start almost immediately upon hooping. Hoopernatural™ classes offer numerous “on the body” and “off the body” moves that are endlessly challenging, but feel great to master. As you practice these moves, you are also burning calories, toning your entire body, and sculpting your core.
Come hoop with us and rediscover the power of natural fitness and natural fun.
What are the physical benefits of Hooping?
- Builds core strength
- Tones your entire body
- Provides an intense cardiovascular workout (300-600 calories/hour)
- No to Low Impact
- Increases energy
- Allows you to massage your own body
- Develops balance and coordination
- Increases flexibility
What are some other benefits of Hooping?
- Clears and quiets the mind
- Reduces stress
- Improves self confidence
- Generates joy and laughter
- Improves one's mood
- Opens up creative self expression
