Exerise games we like (wii, etc)

angel nee nee · 08-11-12, 07:54 AM

Which exercise games do you like?

What kind of exercises do they feature that you like? (i.e. dance, yoga, etc)

What are the specifics you like about these games (i.e. clear instruction, music, etc)

Lucky Star · 08-11-12, 08:21 AM

I'm not big on Wii fitness but I have and enjoy:
Wii Walk It Out
Wii Just Dance #1, #2, Summer Party, #3 (and soon #4)
Wii Zumba #1 and #2

They are all cardio - either walking or dancing - and they are easy to follow without important or complicated scoring. No equipment (balance board or special mat) to buy. Just pop them in and get moving, and the music's great - the best part!!

smith938 · 08-11-12, 08:59 AM

Wii Walk It Out - I usually walk/bounce on my rebounder - it's walking, music and shopping all rolled into one! I like building the island - buildings, suspension bridges, cafes, stores, luxury apartments, hotel..took a little bit of a learning curve but once I got past that I've really enjoyed it.

wii fit/plus- I don't do this often enough but I do like the diversion from regular exercise videos - I like the basic run around the island(looks a lot like rhythm island on walk it out!), hula hoop - stilll haven't tried all the stuff

just dance - have all of these though a friend has borrowed #2 -along with Michael Jackson Experience and Abba. I haven't gotten around to doing all of them and I do get frustrated with geting the moves right but once I get myself past the learning curve I think I'll enjoy them a lot. I love music and dancing (in the privacy of my own home!)I also like having the onscreen people to 'dance with'

I've tried Zumba once and it was fun but hard - I may get these when I find a good price.

Wii sports - yes I'm outta shape enough I can feel these!

bowling is my favorite and time can fly by once I get started IF I'm in the mood for it - if it's not grabbing me then it's no fun at all and I don't seem to get into it once I get started if it's not already calling to me.

wii sports resort- obstacle course is still kicking my booty..

I'm honestly not one with patience for learning video games- wii fit I learned a few things from my friend -she and her now 4 yr old play a lot and her husband as well when he has time. The 1-3 things I can 'do' on sports resort also came from them!

Sissy B · 08-11-12, 09:47 AM

I love working out on my Wii.

I love the Just Dance games - I have Just Dance 1, 2, 3 and Summer Dance Party. Even though I am so NOT a dancer, they are fun and I love the music. I also have ABBA: You Can Dance. I will definitely be getting Just Dance 4 when it's released in October.

I also love the Gold's Gym Workouts. The GG Cardio is shape boxing and it's a lot of fun. I love the boxing segments on the GG Dance because the music is great. This one also works the lower body more within the boxing segments.

Zumba 1 & 2 - fun and intense. Zumba Core Fitness is on my wish list.

When I'm working out on the Wii it's fun so I end up working out longer than I might if I were doing a DVD. I also love the interactiveness of the Wii and I love being able to mix and match segments and games to make my own workouts.

~Sissy B

Lucky Star · 08-11-12, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sissy B

Zumba Core Fitness is on my wish list.

Ooh, did not know about this; nice!

The reason I prefer Wii-type dancing to videos, besides the superior music, is that it feels fresher like a live class. I can dance to whatever songs I like in whatever order. And not have to deal with potentially annoying instructors, background exercisers, instructions, WHOOs and the corny comments we've had to put up with in videos: "You got that right!" "Shake what yer momma gave you!" "Now let's get funky!" etc, ad nauseum.

Sissy B · 08-11-12, 09:53 AM

Zumba Core Fitness comes out October 16th. I'm just trying to decide if I'm going to go and ahead and get it myself or put it on my Christmas list for DH to get. He's bought me the last two Zumba Wii games for Christmas.

~Sissy B

Sissy B · 08-11-12, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky Star

The reason I prefer Wii-type dancing to videos, besides the superior music, is that it feels fresher like a live class. I can dance to whatever songs I like in whatever order. And not have to deal with potentially annoying instructors, background exercisers, instructions, WHOOs and the corny comments we've had to put up with in videos: "You got that right!" "Shake what yer momma gave you!" "Now let's get funky!" etc, ad nauseum.

That's what I like too.

~Sissy B

angel nee nee · 08-11-12, 10:02 AM

anyone treid dance dance revolution for wii? do you like this one?

Lucky Star · 08-11-12, 10:02 AM

Thanks for the info, Sissy! BTW, I think you should let DH put it under the tree for you...

Lulu Belle · 08-11-12, 12:03 PM

Great timing! We just started up our Wii after it had been packed away and in storage when we moved. I have been playing with it with my 4 and 7 year old. We have been having fun with Wii Fit and Sport, but would love to get ideas for more.

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08-11-12, 07:54 AM
angel nee nee Join Date: Mar 2003	Exerise games we like (wii, etc) Which exercise games do you like? What kind of exercises do they feature that you like? (i.e. dance, yoga, etc) What are the specifics you like about these games (i.e. clear instruction, music, etc) __________________ Let's all be thankful for our good health to enjoy video exercises. And for cool VF members to share our joy of video exercising with!

08-11-12, 08:21 AM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	I'm not big on Wii fitness but I have and enjoy: Wii Walk It Out Wii Just Dance #1, #2, Summer Party, #3 (and soon #4) Wii Zumba #1 and #2 They are all cardio - either walking or dancing - and they are easy to follow without important or complicated scoring. No equipment (balance board or special mat) to buy. Just pop them in and get moving, and the music's great - the best part!! __________________ ~ Gina ~ "Remain cheerful, for nothing destructive can pierce through the solid wall of cheerfulness." ~Sri Chinmoy "We are so fortunate that we get to exercise!" ~Erin O'Brien

08-11-12, 08:59 AM
smith938 VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston, Texas	Wii Walk It Out - I usually walk/bounce on my rebounder - it's walking, music and shopping all rolled into one! I like building the island - buildings, suspension bridges, cafes, stores, luxury apartments, hotel..took a little bit of a learning curve but once I got past that I've really enjoyed it. wii fit/plus- I don't do this often enough but I do like the diversion from regular exercise videos - I like the basic run around the island(looks a lot like rhythm island on walk it out!), hula hoop - stilll haven't tried all the stuff just dance - have all of these though a friend has borrowed #2 -along with Michael Jackson Experience and Abba. I haven't gotten around to doing all of them and I do get frustrated with geting the moves right but once I get myself past the learning curve I think I'll enjoy them a lot. I love music and dancing (in the privacy of my own home!)I also like having the onscreen people to 'dance with' I've tried Zumba once and it was fun but hard - I may get these when I find a good price. Wii sports - yes I'm outta shape enough I can feel these! bowling is my favorite and time can fly by once I get started IF I'm in the mood for it - if it's not grabbing me then it's no fun at all and I don't seem to get into it once I get started if it's not already calling to me. wii sports resort- obstacle course is still kicking my booty.. I'm honestly not one with patience for learning video games- wii fit I learned a few things from my friend -she and her now 4 yr old play a lot and her husband as well when he has time. The 1-3 things I can 'do' on sports resort also came from them! __________________ Susanna

08-11-12, 09:47 AM
Sissy B Join Date: Oct 2002	I love working out on my Wii. I love the Just Dance games - I have Just Dance 1, 2, 3 and Summer Dance Party. Even though I am so NOT a dancer, they are fun and I love the music. I also have ABBA: You Can Dance. I will definitely be getting Just Dance 4 when it's released in October. I also love the Gold's Gym Workouts. The GG Cardio is shape boxing and it's a lot of fun. I love the boxing segments on the GG Dance because the music is great. This one also works the lower body more within the boxing segments. Zumba 1 & 2 - fun and intense. Zumba Core Fitness is on my wish list. When I'm working out on the Wii it's fun so I end up working out longer than I might if I were doing a DVD. I also love the interactiveness of the Wii and I love being able to mix and match segments and games to make my own workouts. ~Sissy B

08-11-12, 09:53 AM
Sissy B Join Date: Oct 2002	Zumba Core Fitness comes out October 16th. I'm just trying to decide if I'm going to go and ahead and get it myself or put it on my Christmas list for DH to get. He's bought me the last two Zumba Wii games for Christmas. ~Sissy B

08-11-12, 10:02 AM
angel nee nee Join Date: Mar 2003	anyone treid dance dance revolution for wii? do you like this one? __________________ Let's all be thankful for our good health to enjoy video exercises. And for cool VF members to share our joy of video exercising with!

08-11-12, 12:03 PM
Lulu Belle Join Date: Jun 2005	Great timing! We just started up our Wii after it had been packed away and in storage when we moved. I have been playing with it with my 4 and 7 year old. We have been having fun with Wii Fit and Sport, but would love to get ideas for more.