Is Wii Fit an Effective Exercise Program for Weight Loss and Fitness?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores participants' experiences and opinions regarding the effectiveness of the Wii Fit as an exercise program for weight loss and fitness. Users share their thoughts on the game's features, enjoyment factor, and comparisons with other fitness programs.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses interest in the Wii Fit for weight loss and fitness, seeking feedback on its effectiveness.
  • Another participant shares their positive experience, noting that while they could lose more weight with regular use, the fun aspect of the exercises is a significant benefit.
  • Several users mention that the Wii Fit is enjoyable and helps motivate them to exercise, with one participant highlighting the fun of competing with family members.
  • One participant, who does not own the Wii Fit, suggests that alternatives like My Fitness Coach may be more effective for serious workouts, citing its tracking capabilities.
  • Another participant discusses their experience with My Fitness Coach, noting its structured approach and customization options for workouts.
  • Some participants mention the novelty of the Wii Fit and question whether it remains effective for long-term use.
  • One participant shares a humorous anecdote about their husband enjoying the hula hoop feature, emphasizing the fun aspect of the game.
  • Another participant expresses excitement about the Wii Fit after purchasing it, highlighting its interactive features and progress tracking.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the long-term effectiveness of the Wii Fit for serious workouts, with some participants enjoying it for fun and motivation, while others suggest alternatives may be better for weight loss and fitness tracking. No clear consensus emerges regarding its overall effectiveness.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences with the Wii Fit and other fitness games, reflecting a range of motivations and fitness goals. The discussion includes both positive and critical perspectives on the game's utility for exercise.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering the Wii Fit or similar fitness programs may find the shared experiences and comparisons helpful in making a purchasing decision.

we just brought the wii and wii fit yesterday. i love it. my mil & fil has it and we always go over and play it there, but i am so happy that i have it for my house. my husband and his friends workout everyday at my house and on wednesdays they do cardo(?) so they said they will be using the wii on wednesdays. how funny that will be. a bunch of men 4 0r 5 of them from 24-28 years old using a wii to work out with. if you are looking for a good workout try the Yoga, very good. killed me last night when i tried it. lol!!!
 
I'm glad I'm not the only one, the yoga kicked my butt this morning too!
 
yes it sure did; but i won't give up on it. i want to get better at it. so no giving up just yet. LOL!! ;)
 
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Kodeysmom said:
go to iTrackr , sign up for free and put in your zip code and it will tell you area stores that have it in stock. It can be a little confusing. Or
PM me your zip code and I can search for you. this is how we got our WII and WII Fit over the summer.
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Thanks for checking that for me, I called that Wal-Mart and they didn't have any. Gamestop said to check tomorrow between 11-12, so fingers crossed!!!
 
i did wii again last night and today i am a sore. i did hulahoops then i broke the code for super hula hoops very good. i worked out for 50 minutes last night. i liked how after 30 min the wii tells you to take a break and get some water. very nice.
 
I love the hooping! I made Mii's of my Mom and Dad and they end up being the ones that throw the hoops at me. I made my Mom watch and she thought it was hilarious when I didn't catch them and they hit me in the head! hahaha!Hopefully this will improve my speed with my real hooping skills :)
 
I just bought Outdoor Challenge last night. It is allot of fun. After about 5 minutes I am sweating! My DS who is 4.5 hasn't been home yet to try it out. I am hoping he likes it and can play some of the games. It comes with the mat.
 
Kodeysmom said:
I just bought Outdoor Challenge last night. It is allot of fun. After about 5 minutes I am sweating! My DS who is 4.5 hasn't been home yet to try it out. I am hoping he likes it and can play some of the games. It comes with the mat.
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I wondered about that. Are there other games that you can play with the mat? What kind of activities are on there?
 
what is the outdoor challenge? i am a new wii buyer so i am not sure of all the games wii has, yet.
 
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I GOT IT!!!!!!!! I called Game Stop at 11:30 this morning and they had just gotten their shipment in. So, I ran straight there and bought it!! We have been playing it ALL day! It is awesome and I feel like I have been working out, but still am having a blast. LOVE the hula hoops and all the balance activities.
 
I am still researching other games to use with the mat as well. I know there is Dance Dance Revolution but it also comes with a mat(same one).
Active Life: Outdoor Challenge for WII - Active Life: Outdoor Challenge Wii - Active Life: Outdoor Challenge WII Game
is a link to some more info on it.
There are a ton of games on it, whack a mole, log jump, trampoline, seesaw, jump rope, mountain boarder ( like snowboard),mine cart, the list goes on and on. It was $60 but worth the money. I watched it on ebay for awhile but none sold for any less than buying it at Walmart.
And my DS did play a few games in it when he came home.

rbvernon said:
what is the outdoor challenge? i am a new wii buyer so i am not sure of all the games wii has, yet.
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