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| Wii Fit | 
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| From: Nintendo
Category: Video Games
Buy New: $129.99
New (112) Used (6) from $129.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  496 reviews
Sales Rank: 3
Platform: Nintendo Wii
ESRB: Everyone
Media: Video Game
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Age: 5 - 20 years
Shipping Weight (lbs): 10
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
MPN: WI-RVLRRFNE
Model: RVLRRFNE
UPC: 045496365332
EAN: 0045496901080
ASIN: B000VJRU44
Release Date: May 21, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 I actually WANT to work out! September 20, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Let me start by saying I have always hated to work out- I hate going to the gym, I hate running, I even disliked PE classes in school. I bought the Wii on the slim chance I might actually liked it, and have been pleased so far. I really like the aerobic games, and spend at least 30 minutes a day doing them.
The only drawback is that you choose what games you play- it will make suggestions to combine some exercises (yoga & strength training) but doesn't tell you how many you should do in order to see results. It also helps you set a goal but doesn't give guidance as to how to meet that goal.
The product is a game, and meant to be fun, but some of us could use a little more structure to fully take advantage of the benefits it offers.
 Wii Fit - maybe hype isn't always a lie. September 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Truth told, although I like my Wii well enough, I did not fall in love with it the way I'd hoped to with all of the great reviews and excited responses. When I saw similar response to the Wii Fit, I wasn't sure if it would be worth getting.
On the other hand, I knew I really wanted to do more to stay fit - and I knew that I wasn't doing a good job of motivating myself. So worst case... I had an expensive paperweight.
The truth is, it's been surprisingly effective at keeping me interested in working out. Normally I'm lucky not to be bored after 10 minutes of working out. The first night I played with the Wii Fit, I spent over an hour and a half trying to open up new 'games' and improve my score. The only reason I didn't last longer is that my remote ran out of batteries and I decided it was a good idea to take a break.
For whatever reason, the score keeping and the hope of unlocking something new is very engaging and keeps me spending more time with the system then I anticipate. I never feel like I'm forcing myself to do something I don't want to, or pushing it just because I have to.
The only real dislike I have is for their body test. The scale is not very accurate - maybe it's because my living room is carpeted, but it reads almost 10 pounds lighter than actual. However, it wants to give you daily input - and I was less than thrilled to have to explain to the system why I had 'gained' a pound since the day before. "Did you overeat?" ... No, I can change my weight by over 2 pounds just by shifting how I stand... That's something I'd like to be able to turn off, but I can't find any way to adjust it.
So it's not perfect. But it beats driving to the gym or watching exercise videos. It actually keeps me interested and having fun, instead of counting the seconds until I'm finished exercising.
Good work out September 19, 2008
Just got it but have tried the Wii Fit and like it for home exercise when getting to the health club is not possible.
 While the concept is great, It gets boring fast September 18, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have owned the Wii Fit since its release date. During the first month I used it religiously and enjoyed it immensely! I even lost 8lbs!! It is easy to use, fun and a great way to get the whole family involved.
However, as soon as I unlocked everything and "beat" the levels it got boring. I am so looking forward the Jillian Michael's new workout for Wii Fit to give me the re-newed interest.
There are a few suggestions that I would ask Nintendo to tweak on the fit...
1) Allow the ability to choose a set "workout" program for a period of time. For example; choose 1 hour and the Fit automatically switches from one "game" to another for the duration of an hour. They could also give the user options as to what type to do during that hour;, an hour in strength training, or yoga or even random.
2) Allow multiple users to "compete" in all games (like they do in the 2-person run)
3) Allow multiple people to log in at the same time so you can take turns without the hassle of going back to the beginning to choose another player
Anyway, I guess it is only fair to say that the hardware itself is exceptional, but the lack of software choices is frustrating. Come on Nintendo, release some new "games".
No substitute for real exercise, but great workout if... September 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When I first got this, I had a lot of fun on it! I used it daily for about 2 weeks. I got a great workout if I held my baby while I did the fun games (if you don't have a baby, try wearing a backpack with about 15-20 lbs. in it)! I was even sore the next day, which surprised me!!! The yoga was fantastic, too. I've always been interested in yoga and this was a great, private way to investigate. I also enjoyed learning about my center of balance and posture. THAT was worth its weight in gold! I thought this game might save me from spending some real money on a treadmill, but I did wind up getting a treadmill, too. Now, I use them both and mostly use the game to practice yoga and work on my center of balance, which has really helped my posture! Bottom line: It's really worth the price (around $80 at Fred Meyer, Kmart, etc.) and it's makes for a great workout if you use a backpack or baby as weight.
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