A Wii Bit Addicted

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It’s been a while since I posted. As you might have been able to tell from the title of this post, it’s because I’ve become addicted to the Nintendo Wii. I don’t imagine that I’m alone. I fully expect support groups to pop up everywhere once Nintendo gets their production woes in order.

For those unfamiliar with the Wii, where have you been? It’s a gaming system with a control that senses your movements. This means that you swing a bat or tennis racket, not just push buttons and stare at a screen. In short it’s a way to play your way into shape. I had been holding out for the Wii Fit to come out, but I felt it was time to give it a try. I am sure I can add the Wii Fit when it comes out in May.

I have two DVDs of games - Wii Sports and Wii Play. Wii Sports has 5 games ranging from Tennis to Boxing. I like the tennis quite a bit, but the boxing is growing on me - plus it seems like it has the potential for a full body exercise. You physically have to punch - with both hands, block, and dodge. I’ve just fought one match and I was sweating a storm. Happily, I won a decision in the third round.

One of the great things about Wii Sports is that you can take a set of tests. Your performance is rated and the Wii gives you a Wii age. The first time I took the test, I got an age of 34 - not bad for a soon-to-be 32 year old. I have a little more practice now and I bet I’ve cut a few years off of that age.

I’ll continue to play it and give occasional reports of any health related milestones I reach with it.

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Posted by Lazy Man on March 24, 2008 in Exercise.

One Response to “A Wii Bit Addicted”

Andy Says:
May 6th, 2008 at 1:26 am
I agree, the Wii is a great little console. I know a lot of people, mainly family members in their 50’s - 60’s who have bought one and have only ever used the Wii Sports that come bundled with it. Even then, it’s usually the bowling. I think this is a shame as their are some good games becoming available for it now. I went on Wii Fit last week which I though ti was fantastic. As you mentioned with Wii Sports, you can test you fitness age and develop a fitness program. The board itself is quite clever with how it can work out how your standing and whether you are leaning. I’ve played the boxing a couple of times, and do quite well, but find i’m on the floor in a puddle of sweat, wheezing within about 10 minutes of playing. The Wii boxing gloves are quite good though. They add a bit more realism to the game.

All in all, a great console.

Andy