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Weight Loss Success Story: Hooping Helps 20 Year Old Drop 30 Pounds

Follow one young woman's successful weight loss journey using hooping as part of her fitness routine, with before and after photos

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'2" woman showing a weight cut from 165 pounds to 135 pounds. A total loss of 30 pounds.
20/F/5'2 165-135, 5 more lbs to go till goal weight! Hooping helps!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Starkalien, a 20-year-old woman, shares her weight loss journey on Reddit. She lost 30 pounds using a combination of hooping, running, and weightlifting. In this article, we will review Starkalien's journey and the positive effects of hooping as an exercise.

Hooping for Fitness

Hooping is an exercise that can improve core strength, flexibility, and coordination. It is also a fun and low-impact exercise. Starkalien incorporated hooping into her regular workout routine, doing about 30-60 minutes three times a week, and found it to be an effective way to achieve her fitness goals.

A Balanced Workout Routine

Starkalien's workout routine consists of running, weightlifting, and abdominal exercises, in addition to hooping. She exercises six days a week in total and has a specific workout plan for each day. On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, she runs for an hour, does 20 minutes of weightlifting, 20 minutes of sit-ups, 10 minutes of leg-ups, and 30 minutes of hooping. On Tuesday and Thursday, she runs for 45 minutes, does 30 minutes of abdominal exercises, and 30 minutes of hooping.

Positive Results

Starkalien's dedication and hard work show in her impressive transformation. She dropped from 165 to 135 pounds and improved her BMI from 26 to 25. Starkalien's hooping skills have also improved over time, as she can now keep the hoop up for several minutes at a time. Her routine has helped her achieve not only a healthier body but also a happier mindset.

Conclusion

Starkalien's success story is proof that dedication and hard work can help achieve fitness goals. Her incorporation of hooping into her workout routine helped her to stay active and excited about exercise. For anyone looking for a low-impact exercise that is fun and effective, hooping is a great option to consider. Starkalien inspires us to try things out for ourselves and find what works best for our own bodies.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.