NYU scientists explore the physics of hula hooping, uncovering body type influences and engineering applications.

Hula hooping is so commonplace that we may overlook some interesting questions it raises: 'What keeps a hula hoop up against gravity?' and 'Are some body types better for hula hooping than others?' A ...

A team of mathematicians at NYU has provided the first detailed explanation of the dynamics behind hula hooping, using ...

Building a stronger core can improve your posture in general, but learning how to keep your body in alignment while hula hooping will also help you stand and sit upright. “It’s impossible to ...