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PammyKY
PammyKY Posts: 129
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Is anyone using the Wii fit to help them with their exercise program. I have the Wii fit game and I purchase the Wii Active but I really have not given them a try to see if they really work.
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  • jrich1
    jrich1 Posts: 2,408 Member
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    Wii Fit is more of games to get you moving, you kinda do these things (like snowball fights for points) and dont realize you are exercising.

    EA Active is a much better like a workout like a workout video, I burn more calories with this.

    Either way they get you moving, but I would workout besides this.
  • SassyMissDasha
    SassyMissDasha Posts: 614
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    Yes they work, I have the Wii Fit, Wii Fit Plus and Wii Active .. when I started losing weight in May I didn't have a gym membership like I do now, so I was using my Wii Active to exercise, and I lost a lot of weight .. then I got the gym membership, I couldn't use my Wii Fit for awhile because it has a weight limit, and yesterday I finally reached that limit so I can start using it again. I think it is a great tool. If you actually get up and move around, and not just sit on your butt and wave the Wii remote around :laugh:
  • klmmoore
    klmmoore Posts: 98 Member
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    I have used both. I got bored with the Wii active after a couple of weeks. I recently started the wii fit and I have a routine that includes yoga, strength, and aerobics. I really like the running, step, and kick boxing.
  • DanniJNoles
    DanniJNoles Posts: 19
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    Wii fit is pretty fun. I did it for a while. The boxing one gives you a real work out. I also do the pilates and yoga and all that. It strengthens your core and workes those belly muscles. You should try it. It's a good way to start.
  • mookiemoo
    mookiemoo Posts: 46 Member
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    i love mine!!! I can really feel it the next day and my arms are still aching today from flapping like a chicken (yes you read that right) 2 days ago

    the super hula hooping is fab !!
  • solrak1969
    solrak1969 Posts: 92 Member
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    Yes it does. I use the Wii fit plus. It tells you haw many calories you burn after each use. I also track my weight on it.
  • trisha329
    trisha329 Posts: 266 Member
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    I have Wii Fit. I need to get back to using it again! The first time that I used it, I chose "Bob" as my trainer. The workout was good, but I did have a hard time with the squats because they really hurt my knees. Plus, I was really, really sore the next day -- to the point where it actually hurt to get off of the toilet!! I had to use the door to pull myself up! I think that went on for about three days! But it was a really good workout -- just shows how unfit I was!
  • trisha329
    trisha329 Posts: 266 Member
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    I have Wii Fit. I need to get back to using it again! The first time that I used it, I chose "Bob" as my trainer. The workout was good, but I did have a hard time with the squats because they really hurt my knees. Plus, I was really, really sore the next day -- to the point where it actually hurt to get off of the toilet!! I had to use the door to pull myself up! I think that went on for about three days! But it was a really good workout -- just shows how unfit I was!


    Okay, I don't have Wii Fit! :blushing: I've just completely lost my mind! :laugh: I've actually got Biggest Loser for the Wii -- also very good!
  • jennpv
    jennpv Posts: 33 Member
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    I have the Biggest Loser for Wii and love it! It has some great workouts along with challenges. It also has a recipes and motivation tips from Bob and Jillian.
  • PammyKY
    PammyKY Posts: 129
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    Okay great thanks. I will give it a try. I figured it really did not work so why bother but now that I know others have had success with it I will pull it out tomorrow and start a program. My sister brought the Biggest Loser Game for the Wii Fit and the Jillian Michaels one. The Jillian MIchaels from my understanding did not get high ratings.

    Thanks for the input.
  • fitterpam
    fitterpam Posts: 3,086 Member
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    Yep - I'm visual so I love the weigh-in features. I need to see trends and I can see that the last 6 weeks have been the most productive for me in the loss department since I started 2 years ago.

    Love WII fit plus and it gives me something to do that's fun and energizing when my back is a little on the sore side (herniated disc) as it's not overdoing it, it's just enough. Doesn't really burn enough calories to keep me truly interested in it for weight loss - but it's fun and so if I can get fun at the same time as weight loss, it's a win-win.
  • PammyKY
    PammyKY Posts: 129
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    Great job on the weight loss this far. Keep up the good work I cannot wait until my scale tells me I have lost 50 pounds.
  • emilysparey
    emilysparey Posts: 73
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    i used my wii for weighing in, tells me my bmi and how close i am to losing a pound. i lurrrve it. my boyfriend does the 'jacknife' on there 100 everyday....i cant even do one!! i do the wii a few times a week and have now started doing 30 day shred.
  • sarahwright01
    sarahwright01 Posts: 229 Member
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    I had the Jillian Michales one, and I ended up selling it on Amazon. I didn't like it at all. I have had trouble with Wii Active. Honestly, i think it is because I am short. I do the activity (like a squat) but my remotes do not read that I am doing the activity and I will be FULLY squated!

    Anyway, I really really like the Wii, even if all you do is weigh in on it! It really helps keep me accountable. I was even sore once from Bowling! HAHAHAHA! I guess I really got into it!
  • Keisha79
    Keisha79 Posts: 63
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    I have it.. and I workout with it... LOVE IT!!.. My husband and I do the Basic Run together.
  • PammyKY
    PammyKY Posts: 129
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    Too funny.. The one thing I don't like about that Wii Fit is when they blow up my Mii and tell me I'm obese. I guess the Wii won't lie to me like I have been lying to myself all these years. I think I am going to get back doing my Wii Fit and Wii Active tomorrow.

    I brought the 30 Day Shred sometime last year and after a week was in so much pain I gave up on it. It was not fun then who said working out is fun.
  • CelticWarrior
    CelticWarrior Posts: 117
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    I have used both. I got bored with the Wii active after a couple of weeks. I recently started the wii fit and I have a routine that includes yoga, strength, and aerobics. I really like the running, step, and kick boxing.

    try golds gym cardio workout , is great
  • PammyKY
    PammyKY Posts: 129
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    Is it for the Wii?
  • CelticWarrior
    CelticWarrior Posts: 117
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    Yep - I'm visual so I love the weigh-in features. I need to see trends and I can see that the last 6 weeks have been the most productive for me in the loss department since I started 2 years ago.

    Love WII fit plus and it gives me something to do that's fun and energizing when my back is a little on the sore side (herniated disc) as it's not overdoing it, it's just enough. Doesn't really burn enough calories to keep me truly interested in it for weight loss - but it's fun and so if I can get fun at the same time as weight loss, it's a win-win.

    I use wii fit for running, yoga and steping. My modified version that is , I use real treadmill and walk/jog everyday 2-3 miles, we says I do 6 but, my phone says 2-3 :) but none the less is nice way to use wii running .I put 2 boxes under my wii board raises the height of the board to 8 inches, then I free step for 20 minutes, then do yoga for 20 minutes to cool down, then do some other exercises , then get on the bowflex for 20-30 mins, then back to wii for some golds gym cardio workout for 20 minutes.
  • CelticWarrior
    CelticWarrior Posts: 117
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    Is it for the Wii?

    yea it is

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgJS22S_XVI

    http://www.amazon.com/Golds-Gym-Cardio-Workout-Nintendo-Wii/dp/B001KX504C

    I love this wii game, just bought a heavy bag to use with it, I really am trying to get into character :D

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