Weighted Hula Hoop, ACU Hoop 3L - 3.3 lb Large, Weight Loss Fitness Workout Sports Hoop with ridges. (Rainbow Colors)

There were no Instructions and it was frustrating, plus I thought it was defective because the final section wouldn't close. THEN I figured it out! Here's the trick = 1. Set Aside the 1 link that has the metal button on the end 2. Attach all the other links and twist them to lock them in place (You undo them the same way in reverse) 3. To close the loop Attach the final link plastic side 1st And finally on the other end push the button in and put it together with the Last link til it clicks. Then you're done! ( if you need to remove the last link Gently roll back the foam cover 2 inches just to expose the button, then push The botton In all the way and separate. Then roll the foam back) There you have it! It's sturdy and really Great!

This hoop was very confusing to put together. The vague directions are placed on the box in a place that I would have never seen if I hadn't read another review. I had put the hoop together by color, but it was still backwards. By the time I finally took it apart and tried using the opposite ends together (which worked), I was mad. Can't you put some kind of marking or diagram that shows which piece goes into which end of the other piece? Putting the hoop together robbed me of my joy and anticipation of getting the hoop. Once I started hooping, the hoop kept riding up to my breasts (super ouch!). I'm a beginner. I never even hula hooped when I was a kid. This heavy thing is hard to keep up and it keeps going upwards to my breasts -- which I can't imagine is healthy. I'm a prime member. I'm used to getting my products sent to me free with my membership. Not this item. I paid premium money to have it shipped to me. I feel that this product is marketed poorly to beginners. I don't think it's for beginners. I followed the instructions for choosing which one is best for me -- this heavy thing I don't believe is. And no returns?! Wow -- this seller is not consumer friendly. I was so excited about getting this hoop. Now, I'm disappointed and ticked. Update: I've updated my review from one star to five stars. I was really ticked off trying to put this together with so few directions. It also was very hard to hoop in the beginning. I have always been athletic, so I'm still not sure if this is a good choice for beginners. Anyhow, it really is a good workout for the torso. I was seeking something inexpensive and simple (compared to heavy machines on the market) that would help me to work on the midsection. I sit all day with my job. I was also seeking something that might be a little bit fun (exercise can be boring). Once I got the hang of it, I really started to use it and it really does work the torso. I find it best to do outside because it is a huge hula hoop (but, I have a small house). Go to YouTube and get some advice from people who are experts. They will give you techniques for hula hooping. For me to change my rating from a one to a five is a big deal. Once past the frustration, I have found this to be an excellent, inexpensive and fun workout for the body's trunk. There are other stretching exercises that you can do with the hoop besides just hooping. Go to YouTube and check out all the fun exercises that you can do with a hula hoop. Then, customize them to suit your needs.

First, at almost 62 years of age, having it less than a week, i got it very quickly and it’s so much fun. I can definitely feel a little sore around my waist. I love it. That being said, I wish there better instructions on how to put it together. There are two pieces with metal push buttons and I wasn’t sure how those worked with the other ones at first. The size and weight are great for me-I weigh 140 and it 5’4”. I love the wavy parts and that’s what I can feel after a lot of practice. The only thing I’m disappointed on is that somehow I have two cuts into the foam padding (see photo) and I honestly am not sure when that happened. Since I’ve only had it a week, it’s a little disappointing and concerns me that it will not hold up well over time. It’s one of the connector pieces with the metal tabs. Right now I’m having a great time with it! It sure makes me sweat!

Good well made product, heavy duty yes! Make sure you have enough clearance if using indoors or outdoors. Do NOT AGREE WITH THE PRICE IT'S JUST OVERPRICED! IF THE PRICE WASN'T A FACTOR AND THE FACT IT ALSO DID NOT COME WITH A TRAVEL BAG-CASE I WOULD HAVE GIVEN 5 STARS!

Finally learned how to hula hoop. The weighted hoop makes it easier to learn. I can go 50 rounds now. I started at 0 a week ago. Feeling accomplished. Seeing some abs!!!

The ridges are like little torture points. I have bruises all around my waist.

I first heard about acu-hoops through some of my Facebook friends. I was looking for something else to do besides my usual daily trip to the gym. The winter has been dragging on and it's been impossible to walk outside in the ice. As I recall, I wasn't great at hula hooping when I was a young girl and at 50, I was really unsure if I was going to be able to make this work. But after reading many of the reviews on amazon, I decided to order and prayed it wouldn't be a waste of money! When it arrived, I did have a little difficulty getting the last tube in place, but figured it out. It took me about 4 tries to hoop and I had it! At the end of a couple minutes, I'd done 50 continuous rotations, which I thought was pretty good. Being mindful of the advice not to overdo it, I left it at that for the day. This morning after coming home from the gym, I got going on the first try and did 155 continuous rotations. I can really, really feel it in my stomach and legs. I can see this is going to be an excellent workout. I would consider that I'm in pretty good shape, have lost between 125-130#, and hit the gym daily, but this had me sweating as much as some of the toughest cardio routines at the gym. Love it! Can't wait to use it again! 3/4/10 Update - I'm now up to hooping 20 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes in the afternoon. Great workout. The soreness lasted a few days - haven't lost any weight, but feel like the stomach muscles are tighter. Haven't had any issues with the hoop falling apart like someone else mentioned. I do agree that the time goes a lot faster if you are listening to music or watching tv at the same time. Really happy with the purchase.

I received it today! It definitely hurts for me while using it, but I feel so good afterwards. It didn’t hurt my husband at all, so I guess it really depends on your body structure. I can’t wait to see the results — so far, I like it! ✨

I just love this hoop, the first few days may be a bit painful but once the muscles get use to it then you will be fine! I have had no problems with it coming apart and I use it 3 x a day 20 minutes ( they must have fixed this problem). I feel like my back and my abs are firmer. I am 50 and feel that I am getting a good work out! Love it!

毎日、仕事から帰ってから10分、約2か月、すばらしくウエストラインがくびれました。私ただいま52歳です。この商品に感謝！！長くはけなかったスカートが楽にはけますよ

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Excellent product. Easy to put together and an awesome hoop to start out with. Very easy to use!! Does hurt a little when you first start out but you get used to it@

意外と簡単に回せました。 結構しっかり刺激されているのを感じます。 継続することによって、結果はついてくる…のではないでしょうか。 ただやはり、刺激が強い分、やりすぎは厳禁！。 時間を守り、週３くらいのペースが良いような気がします。 組み立ては、やはり初めは戸惑い、「出来ないんじゃ。。。」と、不安になりました。