When the Wii was introduced by Nintendo, the world of gaming was revolutionized. No longer did you sit on the couch and push buttons; instead, you are now standing in front of your TV and waving your body around at the Wii sensor. Wii games help keep you active and fit. There are specific Wii games that can help you get regular exercise while both motivating you and keeping fitness time fun!
EA Sports Active: More Workouts
Released in November, 2009, EA Sports Active: More Workouts is one of the most popular fitness games made for the Wii. This game requires a leg strap for the nunchuk and a resistance band. The Wii Balance Board will weigh you and determine which exercise programs are right for you. You can do a 30-day challenge, a 6-week challenge or create your own workout routine. The game makes these exercises fun and helps motivate you to stay fit.
Wii Fit Plus
The Wii Fit Plus has numerous different categories of exercises to perform in the game, including Aerobics, Balance Games, Strength training, and Yoga. there are also 15 "Training Plus" activities which help keep you fit. These include a Rhythmic Kung-Fu game, an obstacle course workout, a rhythm parade a chicken/workout game in which you must flap your arms to stay in the air, and more. These games help you exercise without you even realizing you are staying in shape.
Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 3
Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 3 is the a sequel to DDR, one of the most popular video games in recent years. The game simply involves hitting the right buttons with your feet, based on the rhythm and beat of the music. You do the routine while standing. Simply pushing your feet on the buttons gives you just a bit of exercise, but keeping your body moving to the beat and getting into the music will help keep your aerobic level up for the duration of each song.
Walk It Out
Walk It Out involves moving around a virtual world and enjoying the scenery. By using the nunchuk and Wii remote, you move your arms back and forth while you walk, allowing you to explore the world inside the game and unlock various parts of this world. These views include beaches, buildings, pastures, mountains, parks and more. By allowing you to feel like you are actually walking around, Walk It Out allows you to stay in shape and give you a cardiovascular workout as you simply watch the scenery go by.
The Biggest Loser
One of the most popular game shows in recent years has come to life in the form of a Wii game. This game allows you to perform exercises, keep track of your eating, set goals for yourself and participate in various fitness programs inside the game. It keeps track of everything you do, from meals, to fitness, to performing challenge events and trying to beat your highest scores. The game works similar to the show, helping motivate you to stay fit and lose weight.
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