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Wii Music Appeals to All Ages

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:19 +0000

These games are for players of all ages, and can be used without frustration by even the youngest people in your family. You can include players of all ages for a four player free for all, or you can record your songs for a video playback mode that shows your Mii character as a rock star, or you can play all of the instruments yourself for an interesting way to control the four players.

The games are also a great way to incorporate your whole family in the fun, since there aren’t any rules for playing. If you are tired of seeing your family sitting on the couch with a controller in their hands, then this is definitely one of the best options that you have to get up and moving, and having fun with all the people you love the most.

The Wii music release has made this game console extra appealing to more and more people, and even those who never imagined themselves playing a video game are now finding themselves picking up the remote or nunchuk to learn some new moves. The songs are from all different genres, making it a good choice when you have a lot of different people who want to play the game with you.

Singing Games

If music is one of the things that you love, then the singing games are going to be a big hit in your home. The game and microphone combination set is sold for around sixty dollars, making it an affordable way to play. All you need to do is stick the disc in, and sing into the microphone as you would normally sing along to a song. The songs are typically based on pre-teen idols, though, so they may be better suited for kids of a certain age.

You can also compete against friends and family using the duet, versus or team player modes on the system. Once you know how well you can do on your own, then you can also take lessons from the voice coach on the game to improve your overall sound and score.

Type of Play

The Wii music release is one that involves a lot of free play, making it easier to learn to play the instruments on your own. For example, most commercially made programs have a follow the leader type of game play, where individual notes are not allowed. The games on this system, however, involve plenty of room for error and imagination, so that you can play that guitar solo that other games can’t include.

The songs are also set in a progressive way, so that you can learn as you work through the easier songs to the harder songs. Since its conception, these games have sold hundreds of thousands of copies, and are one of the best games for anyone who wants to play in an individual style, without having to follow the notes on the screen.

By: David Charlie James

Wendy playing wii fit with clapping hands

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:23:46 +0000

Wendy playing wii fit with clapping hands

Is Your Team Wii Fit?

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:09:41 +0000

This holiday season I received the Wii Fit software game. Now I have purchased several Wii games in the past year, so Wii is not new to me. But this Wii Fit has been a very popular software program, so I was curious, what made it so popular? For those who don’t know about Wii or Wii Fit, you need to get outside more often, but I’ll explain. Wii is a software video system, like X-Box or PlayStation. You buy video games such as shooting games, sporting activity games, educational games etc. In recent years these gaming systems have become very sophisticated and interactive. Well back to my Wii Fit….

As we all know, exercising is not a fun activity for most people. Even though we know it is good for us, we make excuses for putting it off. I wondered what made this exercise video so compelling and then it hit me, motivation! I love when science and technology catch up with me.

I explain how to motivate and improve your work teams, using terms like enjoyable, passionate, and focused on the individual. Well, Wii Fit is using those same traits to have us workout.

First, the Wii Fit platform measures our weight, asks our age, determines our balance and starts us with beginner exercises, in other words assessing our personal traits. Next, we are given a variety of activities that determine what exercises we excel at. The exercises are thoroughly explained and we are encouraged throughout the exercises, just like a manager should do with their team. The Wii Fit measures how well we do with our balance and accuracy as we perform these exercises. My performance is ranked based on past performances, so I have an analysis of how well I’m doing. I am always striving to beat my last performance.

Wii Fit gives us a series of activities under the heading of Yoga, Strength Training, Aerobics and Games, so we don’t get bored. Even the Games category is having us do fitness activities disguised as games and ranking our success. We receive recognition as we improve.

There is also a heading called Favorites where your best activities are automatically stored so you can continue to work on the exercises you are good at. This Wii Fit is motivating me to perform tasks that I didn’t think I would like, in a way that is enjoyable, measurable, and using my best skills.

How about your work teams? Do you know where each member’s talents lie? Have you found a way to incorporate those talents towards your organizations goals? Are your team members given a record of how they are doing, not against someone else, who have different talents and characteristics, but ranking their successes against themselves based on how they have done in the past? Are your teammates given specific instructions how they can improve their present ranking? I think this Wii Fit has something here. Maybe next year there will be a Wii Sales, Wii Communication or Wii Customer Service. Hmmmm, then what will I do.

I need to leave now because I need to beat my scores from yesterday.

By: Kenny Zail

Are Wii Kidding Ourselves?

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 05:47:55 +0000

The Nintendo Wii Fit was released to the public recently with much ballyhoo. If you haven’t seen the Nintendo Wii game system, it is the latest evolution in video game playing where players use the remote to mimic real-life actions such as a tennis forehand. The players’ physical actions are then played out on the screen.

The Wii Fit is a “game” that according to the Nintendo website can increase your fitness levels. “By playing Wii Fit a little every day, you, your friends, and your family can work towards personal goals of better health and fitness,” the site claims. While I have yet to use the game at all, I can say that I am highly skeptical that this will make a dent into America’s growing obesity problem.

The Wii Fit comes with a balance board that the player uses to interact with the game. When you first start the game, the Wii Fit assesses your balance – which is important in your overall health, but is usually not a concern to anyone who is not a senior citizen or recovering from injury.

It then moves on to perform the Body Test, which is more balance assessment, followed by the calculation of Body Mass Index (or BMI). BMI is a very flawed measure of one’s fitness, as it measures the ratio of one’s scale weight to one’s height. So, on the BMI scale, the following people are considered Overweight or Obese:
Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees Tom Brady of the New England Patriots Lance Armstrong of cycling fame Arnold Schwarzenegger Sylvester Stallone

See where I’m going with this? Scale weight does not account for the amount of lean body mass someone is carrying. That is why body fat percentage is the gold standard for measuring one’s fitness.

Also, measuring BMI on anyone under 19 is very inaccurate. This already has become an issue for Nintendo, as a 10-year old athletic British girl was assessed as being Fat by the game. Obesity experts jumped on Nintendo immediately, rightfully stating that the game could cause irreparable harm to a child’s body image. Nintendo has since added a disclaimer that the BMI feature is meant for adults only, but hasn’t taken the step of deactivating it in the game for child users.

The game goes on to calculate a Wii Fit Age for the user based on your balance test results, actual age, etc. Again, this is a very shaky measure of one’s fitness that could mislead people.

The Training section of the game is broken down into four sections: Yoga, Balance Games, Strength Training and Aerobics, all of which can be done without spending the $89.95 suggested retail price for Wii Fit.

Let’s break down the Strength Training section as an example of some of the flaws in this game. The first exercise is a Single Leg Extension, which is more of an exercise in balance than a strength training exercise. Also, leg extensions do not mimic a real life use of the leg, and the leg extension machine is perhaps one of the worst machines in the gym.

The next exercise is torso twists, which is more of a dynamic stretch than a strength building exercise, especially in the absence of any weighted bar or dumbbells. That is followed by the push-up and side plank. Now, I’m a big fan of both of these exercises, but they are not for the de-conditioned. Most men are not capable of doing pushups with correct form, and women usually start out with the modified push-up until they have the strength to do regular form.

The next exercise, jack-knifes, is for people who are advanced in their training. It violates one of the basic principles of fitness professionals around the world – never put a de-conditioned person on their back on the floor for anything. Lastly, the game makes the user perform lunges, which are great muscle builders. However, like stated before, you don’t need to buy a game system to do them.

Overall, I give Nintendo credit for trying to make a game that tries to get people to be more active, which is more than can be said for other video game manufacturers. However, this will not do anything in terms of chipping away at the American obesity problem. In fact, I’ll go out on a limb and say that the video game industry needs to follow the route of the tobacco and alcohol manufacturers, and state that excessive use of their product could lead to inactivity and obesity, rather than try to make a half-hearted effort at increasing American activity levels.

Rather than letting your kids play Wii Fit while you watch TV in the other room, here are some things that you can do together:
Go for a brisk walk Group session with a personal trainer Navigate a confidence course Play catch with a football or baseball Kick a soccer ball around One-one-one basketball Walk and play a par 3 golf course Family yard work or snow shoveling!

You’ll save money on electricity and form stronger bonds with your kids as you increase your fitness levels together.

By: Matthew Lisk

Where can I buy Wii fit online in the US?

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 02:53:00 +0000

Could somebody please tell me where can i get the new wii fit online at normal price ?

The Biggest Loser Wii Game

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:28:06 +0000

People and visitors of E3 famous conference where all the gaming leaders reveal their new innovations, were all shocked to see some new Wii games revealed. Nintendo and its team said that their fitness based games were most successful and they will continue with launching more fitness genre games in future. After the huge success of Wii Fit or My Fitness Coach here is another game which brings fitness workout and program to your home – The Biggest Loser Wii game.

The game has been titled after the famous fitness course of Bob and Jillian Michaels who are now your personal fitness trainers in this virtual game which provides players a huge collection of workout, nutrition tips and help to lose weight and gain muscles in fast time! The game is already a huge success and producers are aiming for top chart positions in some weeks time, we will see!

Bob and Jillian Michaels in The Biggest Loser for Wii will help you get through different weekly goals of fitness workout and challenges which you have to achieve if you want to go for more advanced exercises and harder programs. You must be prepared for a sweat routine and hard workout which really work!

For more specific muscle building players can choose what type of muscle category they want to work on and thanks to Jillian and Bob you get weekly based program to work on. On start of each week you choose a goal and by the end of the week you must achieve it!

The game play provides the Wii balance board as support in the game for many different exercises. So the proudly owners of Wii Fit can have more fun and get max out of the game and progress! You will also get more than 50 different recipes and nutrition tips for healthier life and faster progress.

By: M G Greg

Wii Fit Yoga Mat is a Must For Safety and Comfort

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:39:21 +0000

So you have finally convinced yourself to take advantage of the most ingenious workout at home device ever invented. But, before you strike your first Wii Fit Yoga warrior pose. Make sure you have the most important element for your safety and comfort. Buy the official Wii Fit Yoga Mat.

This is just not any yoga mat. Designed specifically for the Wii Fit, the mat is to be placed between the Wii board and the flooring. And for poses that do not require the board, it will provide your body with maximum comfort. It is designed to protect your flooring as well as provided support for your training. Featuring three layers of material for extra durability and it also has an inner mesh layer to prevent stretching or ripping. Made of the most up to date environmentally safe materials and surpasses and exceeds safety standards. It comes with an easy storage strap and can also be used for regular yoga classes. It is also great for your morning stretches and general workouts.

This is truly the best mat to be used with your Wii Fit. It is specifically designed longer and stronger than ordinary yoga mats. The high end materials will ensure that it will withstand the rigorous wear and tear of the balance board. Your body and floors will be thankful that you took that extra step for safety. Make sure before you begin that you buy your Wii fit yoga mat and make sure you have all the yoga accessories needed for a fun and safe workout.

By: Steven Vaught

Renamon Playing Wii Fit ^w^

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 10:46:36 +0000

Err. This was my first fursuit~ I decided to do Renamon for the Calgary Otafest 2008. Well, New Years Parties always seem to drone on in boredom at my house, therefore, we played Wii fit, in costumes for the hell of it. :] Renamon was playing the Hula Hoop game if your wondering. 8D … I kept leaning in the wrong direction though… ^w^

Get Fit With Various Nintendo Wii Games

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:43:47 +0000

Most of us will admit we could use more time for exercising in our life. However, we tend to let other things fill up that time. Why? Well, for most people it has to do with the fact that exercising isn’t something they look forward to. Yet you can change all that by having fun. In fact, studies show those who can find a form of exercise they really love will stick with it.

So imagine the thrill of being able to play video games with your family and get your exercise too? It isn’t just adults who need to be more active and get themselves moving. Our children need to be doing it as well. With the Nintendo Will games for fitness though you can all have a great time and get some well needed exercise as well.

This is an innovative concept which takes video games to a level where it has never reached before. Initially some were skeptical that this way a new way to market yet another ineffective product. Yet the harshest critics which are the consumers have given it rave reviews. They really love the various games they can play and become an interactive part of.

The Wii Fit program involves using a balance board that is connected to the gaming console. This is an accessory that you will have to buy for your Nintendo Will though. You should be able to get one for about $100. As with any type of fitness program you want to be able to gauge your results too right?

That isn’t a problem with the Wii Fit features so make sure you take your time to complete your figures before you get into the program. You will be able to get your weight, determine your level of balance, and even calculate your BMI (Body Mass Index).

If you are interested in setting goals for getting fit, the system can help you do so. It will automatically check those items at regular intervals that you choose. It could be each time you use the Wii Fit, once a week, or even once a month. It all depends on how serious you are about keeping track of both your efforts and your progress.

There are more than 40 different activities that you can take part in too with the Wii Fit. This way you are sure to find at least a few that you really like. Some of them such as yoga are low impact. Others are more of an overall workout due to the aerobic exercises found in the. You can also work on your balance and your strength training.

It is a good idea to mix it up and to take part in a variety of these Wii Fit activities. Not only will you keep from getting bored, you will get a workout that covers all of the areas of your body. You can improve your agility, your flexibility, and even lose weight. The balancing section features many fun activities for you as well.

For example you can try your hand at skiing or snowboarding. You can also take your time to try to balance across a tight rope. Be ready for plenty of laughter along the way too while you try to master these skills. You can practice them alone or even have a competition with other people in your home. It is a good idea to wear shoes for the Wii Fit activities that offer you plenty of support too. This way you aren’t going to have tired feet or injure your ankles.

With a Nintendo Wii Fit, you don’t have to worry about sitting around and putting on the weight. Instead you can get active and at the same time have a great deal of fun. Of course this shouldn’t be the only form of exercise that you or your children are getting. Yet it is a step in the right direction if you are getting very little right now. Change how you view exercise and you can change your overall health.

By: Lorna H. Findlay

Wii Fit Guide

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:08:19 +0000

The Wii Fit is a game for the Nintendo Wii console. Instead of a hand-held controller, it uses something called a Balance Board. The Balance Board is a Wii Fit device that looks like a bathroom scale without the numbers, and a bit wider. It is wireless, so it just sits on the floor in the middle of your workout area where you can use it best. It detects pressure, and detects where the pressure is in relation to the center of the board. The Wii Fit game uses that pressure/location to figure out what motions you are performing during an exercise or game.

For example, during the Hula Hoop game, it asks you to move your hips in a circle like you are spinning a hula hoop. Your Mii character on the screen is spinning a hula hoop. The Balance Board can trace your balance as it shifts around in circles while you spin your hips. The faster you are shifting your weight, the faster the Mii character spins its hips (and the higher and faster the hula hoop spins).

As another example, during Step Aerobics, the game has you moving through a routine of stepping on and off of the board. If you are supposed to move your right foot off the board, it can detect how your weight is shifting as you lift your right foot and move it off. It is sophisticated enough to detect that you have lifted the wrong foot, and sometimes it can even detect if you moved your right foot to the right of the board when you are supposed to move it back, based on the way your body’s balance shifts on the board.

There are 4 categories of Wii Fit games: Yoga, Aerobics, Strength and Balance Games. The Yoga games are designed for increasing balance, flexibility, and core strength. It uses many of the standard Yoga poses that you would encounter at a local Yoga class. The Aerobics games force you to get your heart-rate up. Strength exercises build muscles in the various groups. Balance Games aren’t exercises…they are just plain fun. For example, the ski jump forces you to squat down as you race down the ramp, and stand up quickly to take off (otherwise you simply fall off the ramp).

By: George Halt