Demonstration

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A doctor's opinion

A scientist's opinion

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Exersice

1

Warming up/Stretching
When collapsed, the Trim Ring is good for warming up and stretching out afterwards.
Stretch carefully while warming up, don't overdo yourself. You can stretch more afterwards when your muscles have warmed up.
Keep your back straight while you stretch forward with leg straight. Notice that your toes will stretch upwards. It's not necessary to lean so far forward; the most important thing is that your back is straight and that you stretch slowly forward. This exercise is good for exercising your buttocks, the back of your thighs and back.

Warming up is very important. You can also use the Trim Ring as a jump rope. You can choose to jump lightly or go in and out of the hoop for about 3 minutes. Most injuries are caused by a failure to warm up. For shorter workouts I'm barefoot but for longer workouts I prefer to wear aerobic shoes. Aerobic shoes provide good support and cushioning. A good sporting goods store will help you choose the right shoes.

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2

Arms, gluteus muscles and abdomen
Sit on the floor with your legs together and hold the Trim Ring with straight arms in front of you. "Walk" forward and backwards on your buttocks while counting to 10 two times. Lift your legs, don't drag yourself forward and backward. Repeat the exercise five times.

3

Lower abdominals, arms and thighs
Kneel, holding the Trim Ring in front of you with arms straight. Stretch carefully backwards while you count to 10. Try to keep your back as straight as possible. Repeat the exercise five times. Use a mat to cushion your knees.

4

Flexibility, back and back of thighs
Sit on the floor with legs straight and together. Stretch the Trim Ring over your head with arms straight. Bend forward toward the tips of your toes while you count to 10. Repeat the exercise five times and don't forget to breathe slowly in and out.

5

Prevent muscle injuries and stiff PC fingers
Hold the collapsed Trim Ring in front of you with both hands, gripping from above. Open and close your hands one at a time around the hoop. This stimulates and relaxes your fingers, hands and wrists.

6

Balance and thigh muscles
The leg you stand on must be straight. With your knee bent twirl the Trim Ring around 20 times. Repeat the exercise on the other leg. Use a chair or wall if you have problems keeping your balance.
Repeat the exercise a couple of times.

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Limberness, abdominal muscles, stronger back, good shape and pelvic function
This is the best known way to use the Trim Ring. Happy childhood memories remind us of the joy of playing with hoops, which came so natural to us. As an adult I was astonished when I tried to twirl a hoop again. The motions were no longer automatic, in fact I had to relearn them. The quality of the hoop is crucial for enjoying and benefiting from this exercise, which is very effective against surplus pounds around your waist. Before you start twirling, make sure the Trim Ring is level from your waist, and give it a whirl, "attaching" it just above the middle of your back. Do this until you are twirling satisfactorily and not too fast! Once you master twirling, start rolling your hips so the hoop stays around your waist. Don't twirl the hoop too fast! Twirl the hoop 30 times in each direction around your waist. It can be a good idea to master the natural rolling motion first. Experience shows that it takes longer time to learn the opposite way, but that's where the challenge lies, in my opinion.
I also recommend the exercise for limbering up your pelvis! Many men have discovered this exercise, which is super for getting rid of love handles and unhealthy belly fat.

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Arms and shoulders
I have worked hard to give the Trim Ring sports-like qualities. This is to get more effect out of each exercise. Tight and sore shoulders are a problem for many. Try this exercise, which also strengthens arm muscles. Hold your arms straight out from your side and twirl the hoop around by moving your arms in circles. Twirl the hoop on your forearm, 20 times on each arm each direction. Then coordinate and stretch out your arms together in the hoop while twirling around. It looks easy, but you'll be surprised how hard it is to do.
Repeat the exercise a couple of times.

9

Neck muscles
Have you ever thought that your neck muscles also need exercising? Twirl the hoop carefully around your neck 20 times in each direction. Your head should not be moving much at all and your back should be as straight as possible. The exercise also firms up flabby double chins.
Unfamiliar exercises take time to perfect, don't give up!

It took me 7-8 weeks for me to perfect good exercise habits.
Be patient, don't throw yourself into unrealistic projects.

10

Stretching
Repeat the first exercise, you should be good and warm now and then you can really stretch out.

In conclusion I would like to remind you that exercise is supposed to make you feel good, not pain. This doesn't mean that you are to quit doing exercises that are somewhat uncomfortable. Better yet, give yourself the time you need to find your own rhythm and schedule. A good piece of advice is to listen to your body's own signals.

Good luck with an active and fun lifestyle.
Take a good rest when you are done.

SYNNØVE ENGESET AS
20©07