Why merge Krumping and Hip Hop?
“Krump Hop is a great cardio workout, and can appeal to a lot more people at one time,” says Melvin. Plus, it’s not possible to conduct a 1.5 hour class on Krumping alone, because the aggression in the moves can lead to backaches, muscle pulls, and the clapping and stomping can leave soles and palms sore. “A mixture of the two makes it an enjoyable workout option. It even appeals to dance lovers and professionals,” says Melvin. How I found Krump Hop? The session began with a Hip Hop routine that doubled up as a warm-up, and tugged at my hamstrings, hips, waist, and shoulders. The routine was invigorating, because we didn’t break from the music even once, to “learn” steps, despite most of us being first-timers. The coordination of the leg work with chest jerks, mixed with hunched shoulder work, and forceful arm work, was challenging. As I let loose and picked up rhythm, I surrendered to the stomping, and found the stress trickling downward and slipping away from beneath my feet. The cla
