Technology-related programs can make exercising fun and even help monitor your fitness level. We’re using Wii Fit (www.nintendo.com/wiifit), a program that runs on the Nintendo Wii video game platform--a fun fitness romp incorporating elements of balance, strength training, aerobics and Yoga.
Use Wii Fit structured (requiring discipline on your part), or random, picking the elements you want (we like random).
To start, you’ll need to enter some one-time info: your age and height and then weigh in on the included Balance Board. The program calculates a BMI (body mass index) score, and uses the board for balance tests, and assigns a “Wii Fit Age” for you. Now you’re ready to get moving.
There are balance games, such as the Tilt Table, where you tilt an on-screen table by shifting your weight on the Balance Board, and Ski Jump, where you hold your balance as your on-screen avatar whizzes down the jump. Or choose aerobics, such as Hula Hoop, where you spin a virtual hula hoop by rotating your hips.
Use Wii Fit structured (requiring discipline on your part), or random, picking the elements you want (we like random).
To start, you’ll need to enter some one-time info: your age and height and then weigh in on the included Balance Board. The program calculates a BMI (body mass index) score, and uses the board for balance tests, and assigns a “Wii Fit Age” for you. Now you’re ready to get moving.
There are balance games, such as the Tilt Table, where you tilt an on-screen table by shifting your weight on the Balance Board, and Ski Jump, where you hold your balance as your on-screen avatar whizzes down the jump. Or choose aerobics, such as Hula Hoop, where you spin a virtual hula hoop by rotating your hips.
More serious categories include yoga and strength training. For either one, you match the moves of an on-screen instructor.
Time spent is tracked so you can earn Fit Points to move on to new activities or increasing levels of difficulty. Graphs chart your progress.
Wii Fit is an easy and fun way to exercise and get you moving, all without leaving your home. We’re definitely hooked.
Time spent is tracked so you can earn Fit Points to move on to new activities or increasing levels of difficulty. Graphs chart your progress.
Wii Fit is an easy and fun way to exercise and get you moving, all without leaving your home. We’re definitely hooked.
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