WORKOUT WITH MIKA
Dance & Fitness for EveryBody
POWERHOOP FITNESS
Hooping, Cardio, Strenth & Toning all in one!
𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗣 𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 is a dynamic, fun, and effective full-body workout that includes weighted hula hooping, cardio, HIIT, strength, and toning – for a stronger core, and so much more!
A 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗣 workout is unique: Hooping with a weighted hoop gives us a 360 degress core workout to strenghten muscles in the abs, obliques, lower back, glutes, hips and thighs. We use the weight of the hoop for muscle strength and toning exercises too for very effective full-body training.
This 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘 is suitable for all fitness levels - higher and lower intensity variations offered, so everyBody can take part. No experience of hooping is necessary.
The POWERHOOP is made of interlocking sections and dismantles in a few minutes for easy transport - and having your own means you can practice at home between classes!
For most people the Purple POWERHOOP Slim is the best starter hoop (1.4kg)
Some POWERHOOP Lights will also be available (900g)
CLASS STRUCTURE
WARM UP
Preparing the body for the main workout by raising the heart rate, mobilising the joints, warming and stretching the muscles.
MAIN WORKOUT
HOOPING TRACKS for 360 degrees core workout. These tracks can be spent working on our waist hooping technique (both directions), or can be developed when ready, to include arm and leg movements too.
We only hoop for a few minutes at a time.
CARDIO, STRENGTH & TONING TRACKS are done in between the hooping. These tracks use the weight of the hoop as a resistance tool to build full-body muscle strength and cardio stamina.
STRETCH
Full body stretches to thank the muscles for their hard work.
GET READY, GET SET, GO!
WHAT TO WEAR
- Wear clothes you feel comfortable exercising in, but not too baggy. Lose fitting clothes around the waist (a very large long t shirt for example) may make it difficult to hoop as it adds resistance, so something a bit more fitted might be better.
- Wear trainers.
WHAT TO BRING
- Bring water with you.
- You may wish to bring a small towel - you will sweat.
- You'll receive your own Powerhoop at the first class (included in the course cost), so then just bring it with you each week. It dismantles quickly and easily!
THINGS TO REMEMBER
- These classes are for all levels of experience and fitness - we're all in it together,
- If you go the wrong way, do the wrong move, or miss a beat it doesn't matter, no one cares!
- Move as much, or as little, as feels good for your body and how you’re feeling.
- Go at your own pace and take a break whenever you need to.
𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 - 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗕𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗢𝗨
If any of the following apply to you, powerhoop is CONTRAINDICATED (inadvisable) and you should wait to consult your doctor for full medical clearance before starting Powerhoop classes:
- Pregnant
- Under 3 months post-partum after normal delivery
- Under 6 months post-partum after a c-section
- Hernia
- Spinal injuries
- Recent surgery
- On blood-thinning medications