Wii Fit
Any of you ladies have the Wii Fit? We want one. Does it work? Is it a worthy purchase? Give me the scoop.
Tags: fit, pmku, recommendations, suggestions, wii
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Permalink Reply by Cara on -
We don't have one ourselves, but my MIL has one. I was reading an article on it a while back, because I just think that it's pointless. The main places they use them (in large groups) are places like nursing homes and rehab centers for older people who need to stay "active" but can't really go do anything.
I've just never found any benefit to it, personally.
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Permalink Reply by Lisa Hamilton on -
We have it. It is a lot of fun, and I think better than no work out at all, but it isn't like running a marathon. I used it regularly when we first got it, and haven't touched it in a couple of months. I think as the weather gets colder and I can't walk the dog as much I'll get back to it.
Wii Fit is divided into different sections. The yoga is pretty good, but to me part of yoga is the peace and relaxation and it is hard to find that when you are watching the TV. The strength training exercises, things like lunges and sit ups are pretty good. I like the aerobic section where you can hula hoop and do some step aerobics. I really like the idea of the step aerobics and wish there was a nice long program of that. It works perfectly with the Wii balance board. Unfortunately, even though I've unlocked the "advanced" stepping, it is still only about a 10 minute work out, so sometimes I'll run through that a few times to get a better work out.
There is also a section with balance games you can unlock. My kids really like the balance games, there is skiing, snowboarding, walking a tightrope, etc.
The balance board is a really fun accessory. I'm looking forward to more games coming out that will utilize it. If someone wanted to come out with an advanced aerobic stepping game, I would buy it in a second.
Hope that helps!
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Permalink Reply by Lisa Hamilton on
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Just re-reading my post, and needed to add on. I think that Wii Fit is a really fun program. It is better than not exercising at all, but not as good as heading to a gym. It all depends what you want out of the program. If you are looking for a fun way to get yourself off the couch, its great. If you are looking to train for a some serious athletic event, you'll find it lacking. Just remember, its just a game.
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Permalink Reply by Sittercity.com on -
I bought one right after it came out. I used it everyday for a couple of days and now it sits in my closet.
I would never use it as a weight loss tool but it is pretty fun to do the snowboarding on it.
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Permalink Reply by Dani C. on -
I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Pamela M. Kramer on -
This sounds awesome!
Carolyn Hastings said:I honestly think that Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) is better. DDR gives you a serious aerobic workout, and it's a lot of fun. It has fitness settings where you just keep on dancing instead of stopping in between songs to see your score. You can put in your weight and a calorie-burning goal.
The Wii Fit has stuff more like yoga and balance-related exercises. I've only used it a little, though. I should try it more and come back to this thread.
I found that I really loved DDR after trying it with friends, so I ordered some really nice, thick foam dance pads from Red Octane and years later, they are still going strong. However, you jump around a lot for DDR so if you live above people, like in an apartment, it's going to make a lot of thunderous noise, even if you have the foam dance pads. So it won't work for everyone.
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Permalink Reply by Lisa Survillas on -
losing weight is as simple as calories in vs. calories out, so if you start moving more you will lose weight. but the key to keeping weight off is building muscle because your muscle determines how fast you metabolize food...the Wii fit is not going to build your muscle. The Wii fit is NOT exercise...it is an activity. It is a great addition to an exercise program, but it is not an exercise program. You'd be better off investing in some sort of weighted exercised DVDs.
Dani C. said:I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Dani C. on
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Do you have any DVDs that you would recommend?
Lisa Survillas said:losing weight is as simple as calories in vs. calories out, so if you start moving more you will lose weight. but the key to keeping weight off is building muscle because your muscle determines how fast you metabolize food...the Wii fit is not going to build your muscle. The Wii fit is NOT exercise...it is an activity. It is a great addition to an exercise program, but it is not an exercise program. You'd be better off investing in some sort of weighted exercised DVDs.
Dani C. said:I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Lisa Survillas on
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I am an avid gym goer and I love to lift weights because your metabolism in controled by the the amount of muscle you have in your body. When I can't get to the gym (which is not often) I use Core Secrets by Gunnar Peterson. I am sure you can find them online or check out the infomercials (I bought mine of infomercials) they combine weights with a fitness ball for added core strength. YOu can gradually get new weights for more difficulty as you get stronger. I have tried the P90x dvds and they were good too. I like the core secrets better, but many like the P90x. It is more circut training and I am not fond of that type of training. Check them out and let me know what you end up with. I would love to know how your progress goes!
Dani C. said:Do you have any DVDs that you would recommend?
Lisa Survillas said:losing weight is as simple as calories in vs. calories out, so if you start moving more you will lose weight. but the key to keeping weight off is building muscle because your muscle determines how fast you metabolize food...the Wii fit is not going to build your muscle. The Wii fit is NOT exercise...it is an activity. It is a great addition to an exercise program, but it is not an exercise program. You'd be better off investing in some sort of weighted exercised DVDs.
Dani C. said:I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Dani C. on
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Are the Core Secrets good for beginners?
Lisa Survillas said:I am an avid gym goer and I love to lift weights because your metabolism in controled by the the amount of muscle you have in your body. When I can't get to the gym (which is not often) I use Core Secrets by Gunnar Peterson. I am sure you can find them online or check out the infomercials (I bought mine of infomercials) they combine weights with a fitness ball for added core strength. YOu can gradually get new weights for more difficulty as you get stronger. I have tried the P90x dvds and they were good too. I like the core secrets better, but many like the P90x. It is more circut training and I am not fond of that type of training. Check them out and let me know what you end up with. I would love to know how your progress goes!
Dani C. said:Do you have any DVDs that you would recommend?
Lisa Survillas said:losing weight is as simple as calories in vs. calories out, so if you start moving more you will lose weight. but the key to keeping weight off is building muscle because your muscle determines how fast you metabolize food...the Wii fit is not going to build your muscle. The Wii fit is NOT exercise...it is an activity. It is a great addition to an exercise program, but it is not an exercise program. You'd be better off investing in some sort of weighted exercised DVDs.
Dani C. said:I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Lisa Survillas on
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absolutely they are. you can go at your own pace and they have someone modifying all moves for beginners...i love them. =)
Dani C. said:Are the Core Secrets good for beginners?
Lisa Survillas said:I am an avid gym goer and I love to lift weights because your metabolism in controled by the the amount of muscle you have in your body. When I can't get to the gym (which is not often) I use Core Secrets by Gunnar Peterson. I am sure you can find them online or check out the infomercials (I bought mine of infomercials) they combine weights with a fitness ball for added core strength. YOu can gradually get new weights for more difficulty as you get stronger. I have tried the P90x dvds and they were good too. I like the core secrets better, but many like the P90x. It is more circut training and I am not fond of that type of training. Check them out and let me know what you end up with. I would love to know how your progress goes!
Dani C. said:Do you have any DVDs that you would recommend?
Lisa Survillas said:losing weight is as simple as calories in vs. calories out, so if you start moving more you will lose weight. but the key to keeping weight off is building muscle because your muscle determines how fast you metabolize food...the Wii fit is not going to build your muscle. The Wii fit is NOT exercise...it is an activity. It is a great addition to an exercise program, but it is not an exercise program. You'd be better off investing in some sort of weighted exercised DVDs.
Dani C. said:I do not have time to go to a gym but I want to exercise a little bit.
Would help me lose any weight? Is it worth the $$?
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Permalink Reply by Pamela M. Kramer on
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Great! You & I are in the same boat!!!!!
Getting to a gym right now is a joke. I'm lucky to get in the shower! lol
Nanikai said:I actually bought it a few weeks ago as alternative to working out at the gym or running outside. Just had a baby 4 months ago and really wanted to get back to working out! I love it so far. It definitely has a lot of options for exercise and not just aerobic type of exercise which I would do prior to the new baby. I can also work out on it after my kids are asleep which is a big bonus versus trying to find the time to go to the gym or run in the dark. You can really make it as hard or easy as you want it to and keeps track of your workouts. It definitely is a good purchase if you can stay consistent with it.
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