The Swiss Activa+ Infinity Hoop weighted hula hoop comes with 16 links to accommodate diameters from 24-44 inches. Expansions are sold separately.

Weighted hula hoops have all the same fun of the childhood activity with the added benefits of building strength and improving balance. The weighted versions of these childhood favorites are similar in appearance but are made from heavier plastic and have added weight. Weighted hula hoops all come in the same round shape but come in many different sizes. A wide hoop requires you to measure yourself to get the proper fit. To find this diameter, measure your height from the floor up to the bottom of your rib cage. The other type of weighted hoop comes with interchangeable, plastic pieces that you assemble to fit snugly around your waistline. This type of hula hoop is easy to customize by adding plastic pieces. After determining the sizing requirements, you can then decide on a weight system for your hoop. Standard hoops allow you to add weight to the cavity of the tube with form-fitting weights that lock into place or by filling the inner tubes with sand. If you opt for one that fits directly against your waist, you will use a weighted ball that spins around the hoop as you move in a circular motion. To increase the intensity of workouts with this type of hoop, all you need to do is shorten the rope. Weights are available in one-five-pound increments, so it’s best to start lower and increase the weight as your fitness level improves. Single-weight hula hoops cost between $15-$30. Weighted hula hoops with interchangeable weight systems will cost between $30-$50. Higher-end hula hoops with extra features such as fitness trackers and smart app workouts will cost between $100-$150. When considering which hula hoop to purchase, keep in mind that fun in a fitness routine means it is more likely to be repeated. Choosing a hula hoop in your favorite colors with a variety of fun challenges is a great investment in your health.