If you want to hula hoop successfully, start by putting on athletic clothes to make your movements easier. You should also wear comfortable shoes but avoid bracelets and other types of dangling jewelry. Ideally, the hoop should reach your waist if you want to have a slow but sure spin. Step into the hoop and lift it to your waist, moving the hands to the edge of the hula hoop. Once the hula hoop is on your waist level, spin it in your favorite direction (clockwise for the lefty and counter-clockwise for the righty). Before the hoop stops, start moving your waist in circular motions. Once you find the perfect motion, keep spinning the hoop as you have fun.