Courtney Stevens
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  • Lebanon, NH
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clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????

Started this discussion. Last reply by lvnlrn Sep 13, 2010. 49 Replies

Hello fellow hoopers! Ever since I bought my first hoop over a year ago I've been hooked. The reasons are many but perhaps the most salient is the stress relief and mood boost I find I'm able to… 

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May 30, 2011
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Mar 7, 2011
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Sep 14, 2010
lvnlrn replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Oh girl! Look at how many people on this post used to feel like they couldn't do something, and then the sheer simplicity and thrill of the hoop after a few tries gives them the can do feeling! Your subjects may surprise you! ;)"
Sep 13, 2010
leah the shoe replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Oh my gosh! Please let us know the results. I am hoping to start a "hoop therapy" kind of class and actual studies like this would really help back me up! I think it has been noted before that hooping is such a great form of exercise…"
Sep 13, 2010
Courtney Stevens replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Thanks Ivnlrn, I didn't think about journaling but that is a pretty good idea. Some of the responses I've gotten from hoopers who identify themselves as overweight or previously sedentary has been very encouraging. The one thing I worry…"
Sep 13, 2010
lvnlrn replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Hi Courtney- I had to jump into this with a thought (I love your idea). Maybe someone has recommended this already? -What if you have your hoopers/walkers journal for you? I always read that journaling helps people stick to something. But it might…"
Sep 13, 2010
Melodie of Movement replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Hey Luluperuse I feel the same way, that my hoop is my sanctuary. Its tough when other people are giving you feedback and they are really well meaning. For me i like doing my thing and if they have a little feedback its awesome, I love improving…"
Sep 8, 2010
Courtney Stevens replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Awesome comments! Thank you so much for commenting and keep spreading the good word!"
Sep 8, 2010
sheabrock of 'boro hoops replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"i am a big girl and i learned on a 50 inch 160 psi half inch hoop....all of my weight is focused on my stomach, and for me it took about 5 weeks to be able to keep the hoop up for a whole song, Justin Timberlakes "Sexy Bck". I am the…"
Sep 7, 2010
sheabrock of 'boro hoops replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"for me, hooping is my sanity...i discovered it at a time when i really needed something. i was loosing myself, and stepping outside of my comfort box, i started hooping. when i am sad, i need to hoop. when i am frustrated, i need to hoop. when i…"
Sep 7, 2010
Antoinette replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Ooooo Psychology! Well as a psych major I feel it is my duty to put some input in. Although it may not be much. I can say one good thing about hooping from my point of view. Is it gives my mind some time to relax while I am actually doing it. By…"
Sep 7, 2010
Sara Ivey replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Hooping has been a life changing experience for me. I was recently working on my Master's degree. This past year was my thesis year and I had become increasingly sedentary and anxious. I was dealing with a lot of stress and began to experience…"
Sep 7, 2010
Sofia Alexandria replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"I loved your response, I agree with everything you said. I can't believe that a piece of circular tubing could make my life that much better!"
Sep 7, 2010
Sofia Alexandria replied to the discussion 'clinical psych study on the physical and psychological benefits of hooping.....thoughts?????'
"Not only has hooping given me more confidence but it also has provided me with a sense of self worth. I feel whole when I am hooping, I actually have found and inner connection within my mind body and soul. Before I started hooping I didn't…"
Sep 7, 2010

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Do you teach hoop classes? (You'll be added to our directory)
Yes
What skills do you have?
Hooping, Belly Dancing
What year did you start hooping? (e.g. 2003)
2009
What is your goal for 2012 and why is it important? (Doesn't have to be hoop related.)
Earn my masters degree in clinical psychology

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