Which Wii games are great for burning calories and having f

SJSchwartz
SJSchwartz Posts: 131
edited September 23 in Fitness and Exercise
Hi MFPeeps :smile:

My hubby and I are planning on getting a Wii once we get our tax refund back. I want to get some good games that are fun, but also will burn me some calories. Any suggestions?

Thanks!
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  • butterflyfaerie
    butterflyfaerie Posts: 94 Member
    Just Dance 2!
  • cccathyyy
    cccathyyy Posts: 207 Member
    I only have two, but I love them both! I have had Wii Fit Plus for a while now, and it's fun to get on and do a mini workout, but I just got Zumba, and I must say, I'm SWEATING! Great workout. I definitely recommend it!
  • Clew
    Clew Posts: 910 Member
    My Wii came with Sports Resort. There's a "super hula hoop" game on there, I try to beat my own spin record every time and in the process that burns calories like crazy. It's great for a quick workout!
  • elzettel
    elzettel Posts: 256
    Just Dance is fun and I just tried Zumba for the first time. It was fun and I was working up a sweat! Both are great to get you moving. I have 2 left feet and at times feel totally uncoordinated but I just laugh it off and keep moving...my 5 yr old has fun too.
  • TiniTurtle
    TiniTurtle Posts: 595 Member
    i love wii zumba :o)
  • tourmaline11
    tourmaline11 Posts: 7 Member
    I haven't tried my zumba game yet (stupid tendonitis) but I will tonight!
  • in_it_2_win_it
    in_it_2_win_it Posts: 144
    I f you are looking for a good wii game to help loose the weight.. might I suggest EA sports Active.. I LOVE it.. my husband and I just bought it over the weekend and we are in love with it. and let me put it this way... the first time we tried it I couldn't even finish it because it was that tough.. and then yesturday I actually finished 2 work outs.. and had to do both of the ones I missed.. today was the first time I ever finished 1 work out and it was tough.. not to mention I also went and worked out in my work out room in my appt building... so yes I think EA sports active is the best game
  • ajbeans
    ajbeans Posts: 2,857 Member
    I have Wii Fit Plus and EA Sports Active 2. Both fun in different ways. EA is nice because it comes with a heart rate monitor just for the game, so it can give you an accurate calorie burn.
  • alienblonde1
    alienblonde1 Posts: 749 Member
    Wii Resort has a variety of things on it. For cardio workout get Wii active 2. Wii Fit was OK but I didn't do it like I do the Wii Active 2.
  • Kirstie_C26
    Kirstie_C26 Posts: 490 Member
    im currently using wii fit and just dance1, also have dance pop party for the wii, but havnt tried it as yet :)

    hope u find sumat u enjoy

    best wishes
    Kirstie x
  • kimballtracy
    kimballtracy Posts: 94
    i ave just dance 2 and its fun and it makes me sweat:smile:
  • staceyb_2003
    staceyb_2003 Posts: 396 Member
    just dance2 burn loads of calories and forget its exercise the time flys by ! x
  • poisongirl6485
    poisongirl6485 Posts: 1,487 Member
    My Wii came with Sports Resort. There's a "super hula hoop" game on there, I try to beat my own spin record every time and in the process that burns calories like crazy. It's great for a quick workout!

    Ohhhh I am so trying this!
  • hotmooglelove
    hotmooglelove Posts: 84
    I HIGHLY recommend EA sports active 2. I've dropped my resting heart rate by 20 BPM, and for the first time in my life I can run a mile or more without stopping or walking.
  • claret1980
    claret1980 Posts: 1
    Just dance 2 & Fitness Coach for the Wii
  • RedfootDaddy
    RedfootDaddy Posts: 274 Member
    Definitely Just Dance. Killer workout, and a fun party game (especially when you get people drinking!)

    I also use MyFitnessCoach for workouts. Really adaptable personalised workouts, you can set the duration, and she really makes you sweat. Also, lectures you for skipping workouts.
  • GURLEY_GIRL3
    GURLEY_GIRL3 Posts: 347 Member
    I DO THE WII FIT PLUS..LOTS OF GAMES AND EXCERISES! GREAT FOR STARTING OUT
    AND JUST DANCE 2 IS FUN AND BURNS LOTS OF CALORIES
  • vanessa021
    vanessa021 Posts: 6 Member
    We just started playing the Michael Jackson Experience and it is a good workout and fun too if you know the songs!
  • mmoyer1978
    mmoyer1978 Posts: 124 Member
    We have a Wii Fit Plus and I love it. Boxing, Super Hoola Hoop, Advance Step and the Obstacle Course make me sweat like crazy. Plus, it helps you keep track of your BMI, Weight and fitness goals. Great buy! Totally worth it.
  • Lollyvoddy
    Lollyvoddy Posts: 194 Member
    I adore my Wii fit plus. I just got a new game called Wii Your Shape, which has a camera and no controller. You can incorporate weights, a swiss ball and step into the workout, and man, did it kick my but! I can only do 15 minutes at this stage as It is very intense! It also targets certain areas you want to tone / strengthen / or lose from.
  • might4
    might4 Posts: 99 Member
    Just Dance 2 and EA Sports Active 2 are the best. HAve also used My Fitness Trainer which is ok but gets kind of old after a while.
  • blottig
    blottig Posts: 16
    I have Wii Fit Plus, which is great for a lighter workout, and EA Sports Active 2 for Wii - it is awesome! My husband got it for me for Christmas & I haven't stopped since. It is tough, but fun too. You do activities around sports like soccer, basketball, mountain biking, and mountain boarding, as well as strength training. Every day's workout is different, so you dont get bored and I work up a really good sweat every time.
  • SassyMissDasha
    SassyMissDasha Posts: 614
    I have the Just Dance 2, Wii Fit, Wii Fit Plus and EA Sports Active .. they both make me sweat and I love to play them, they are fun. I am going to look for Wii Fit Zumba. I've also heard that Wii Biggest Loser is good.
  • cassidystreasures
    cassidystreasures Posts: 116
    love my wii fit!
  • cassidystreasures
    cassidystreasures Posts: 116
    I adore my Wii fit plus. I just got a new game called Wii Your Shape, which has a camera and no controller. You can incorporate weights, a swiss ball and step into the workout, and man, did it kick my but! I can only do 15 minutes at this stage as It is very intense! It also targets certain areas you want to tone / strengthen / or lose from.

    gonna have to check into this~
  • Gemini73
    Gemini73 Posts: 2
    I have wii fit plus which has some pretty good stuff on it, jogging, hula hoop, step and boxing, all pretty good and work up a sweat when I do them. Ive just had my fitness coach - dance workout and that is intense, i don't just work up a sweat I drip and I am still only on practice with it haha! It has fitness, tonic latin dance, boxing and aerobic on it as well as 8 minigames that also make me sweat. You can also work out with friends on it too! there are practice levels, beginner, intermediate and advanced so lots to keep me going. and I lost weight doing that last week too.
  • maria011282
    maria011282 Posts: 3
    I used to use Wii Fit and I believe it helped me maintain and maybe lose weight when it first came out about 2 years ago. It helped me keep track of my weight which in turn helped me stay on track with my workout.

    Then, I started using Just Dance 2 which was fun until it got tedious. Sure, I somewhat sweat using it, but it is nothing like ZUMBA Wii. An hour of that with the Zumbathon and I'm dripping sweat!!!!!!!!! More importantly, it is really fun and doesn't feel like a workout. I just wish they implemented DLC with it so I can change it up a bit because I'm afraid I might get sick of it since I do it everyday. I hope they come out with Wii Zumba 2 soon...
  • lenwie
    lenwie Posts: 240
    Highly recommend Just Dance 2 and Your Shape, did an hour of JD2 tonight and im pooped lol
  • ngr1973
    ngr1973 Posts: 334
    We bought the Wii for my 5 year old for Christmas but I have to say - I use it as much as he does!!!

    For exercise - I've been doing Just Dance 2 and just started with Wii Zumba - both get my heart going and I'm sweating and having fun!!!
  • SJSchwartz
    SJSchwartz Posts: 131
    Thanks for all the suggestions!! You guys are the greatest!! :happy:
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