"I like fairy pants and an empire waist top- I am a size 14 and do not want to show off my mid section! I also think coin belts would interfere with the hoop."

"The 160 psi is the best for beginners and you can use the electrical tape and hockey tape for grip, you can get all that stuff locally. You can also use the duct tape, but it is a little harder to use."

"I have a 1/2 inch 125 psi hoop that is very nice for off the body moves! It is a little light for body hooping for beginners so I made it larger, I also made myself minis with this tubing. =)"

"I was in the same place, I talked to a girl with a dance studio, we came up with a class, where we charged each person  a couple bucks to use the space. It was mostly my friends who came, but we were glad to have a space! My hooping really…"

"http://http://vimeo.com/5388876?utm_source=December+HoopScoop&utm_campaign=December+HoopScoop&utm_medium=email   I saw this today again- thought of this post!"

"I am 46, I started hooping a year and a half ago. I have had weight issues since my 20s, and although I have not lost weight with hooping (I have bad eating habits)I have not gained any- and I have lost 2 inches in my waist, my back feels…"

"I think watching the videos that come up on Hoopcity can be inspiring and keep you motivated to learn more. There were no local hoopers near me so I watched videos at night when I got the kids to bed.  I started making hoops to get my friends…"

"Celia, I usually use shorts and a tank, the hoop sticks to skin better and lets you move it up and down your body easier. Cotton works well too, if you prefer leggings or yoga pants."

"This size tubing would be great for arm hoops (minis) or for advanced hoopers. Beginners need heavier tubing, I like 3/4 inch 160 PSI for body hoops."

"I am 5'10" I use a 42" hoop. I make most of mine in the 40-42 inch range, unless someone requests smaller. I think it is a good size for most beginners.I will make larger hoops for those who have trouble."

"I found that I use my left leg as the anchor and I push it out with my right leg ( I hoop to the left). Make sure your legs are close together and hoop is over your knees. AND don't try so hard if you get frustrated do another move until you…"