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I don't really like to work out hardcore.  But I've been working out on Wii Fit 3 times a week (30-40mins) for the past few weeks.  It has Yoga, Balance, Strenth Training, and Aerobics (which I don't do much of b/c my weight).   But I love it, especially since I love yoga.  I've noticed more flexibility and strength, plus better posture.  Has anybody else tried it? If so, what do you think?

I bought the Wii Fit back in July, and it's been collecting dust for the past few months.  At first I was so excited to use it and see what the hype was all about.  I used the wii fit in addition to working out at the gym, and I loved the yoga exercises.  One thing led to another, and I stopped using it after two months of regular use.  I feel bad for leaving it in the corner, and my wii fit misses me (it tells me when I turn it on after a few months of abandoning it).  The one thing that I do love about it is how it records my weight each time.  It's nice to have a chart to see my progress.  I think I'll turn it on again and see if I can get back into it.

Wii fit is fun, but I feel like it's more of a game than a workout.  I'd do it a lot more frequently if you could string exercises together; having to select each one individually definitely isn't conducive to getting into a rhythm.

My favorite aerobic activity is actually boxing (wii sports); you can get your heart rate going pretty well if you put a lot of energy into the punches and the footwork.

I use it on lazy days too. I think it's fun, but I do wonder how hard core the work out is... however, i think it's a good way to get people who don't like working out up and moving instead of just sitting on the coach if that's what they are inclined to do.

We have the Wii Fit as well! I too like that it tracks your weight and BMI.

I haven't done this, but I know that you can change the duration and difficulties of certain games/exercises. I find the more difficult step aerobics gets my heart beating.. and another walking one does, too. There is also running in place - which seems a little odd to me. 

I like the balance games, since I seem to need to learn to balance better. =) 

But, its really no substitute to a real gym workout. I would do Wii Fit on off days. 

I definatELy agree that it's really not intense.  Like I said, I'm not one to really work out, so I use it as an easy way out.  I feel like at least I'm doing something, which for me really is working.  I feel more tone already and the aerobics can get your heart beating a bit, and you learn yoga positions!  So there are a lot of benefits...BUT it's still not like going to the gym.  However, like many said it does track your weight and BMI which is nice.  Plus, it's fun!

Thanks for the tip on the Jillian Michaels game, I was thinking about getting it!

@marquisemiss- I just got done doing the hula hoop! I have a high score of 317!  It does get your heart pumping.  I love the jackknife's and lunges! I also like the pushups/plank.  I can't find the thing to do the boxing so it's the only one I haven't done.  I've unlocked everything now!

@marquisemiss- yes, I still can't find the nunchucks- so it's the only thing on wii fit I haven't done now.

@blossom- I love the jackknives because you can feel the burn! And when you're sore the next day you know it did something!

In my opinion, wii fit sucks. It's not worth the money at all. We ended up selling it after we trying Wii- My fitness trainer. There are 2 versions of this: One is with Jillian michaels which I am told sucks. The other, the version we have, is just will a computerized coach. It is awesome. You can work on different types of your body along with her, focus on strength training, flexibility, arms, legs, etc- you get to choose what type of workout to do that day and how long you want to work out but she gives you suggestions on what she thinks is better for you- and within 5 minutes I'm sweating. Its a great workout.

The only thing great about wii fit are the balance games. Personal trainers don't even recommend it- so I wouldn't use it to help you get to your fitness goals

I think the Wii Fit is fun at times but when it comes to trying to lose weight the Wii Fit isn't going to help you reach your goals. There aren't any games that are real "calorie burners." The only one that is remotely close to doing anything good for cardio is the boxing and even that is very simple.

I haven't done any of the yoga so I can't comment on that as I am more of a Pilates girl but the strength exercises are pretty decent and though I use it frequently still, I haven't noticed a difference in my balance improving by using the games. 

It's a fun game, but  that's just what it is... a game. I don't think it's worth the $90 either. I do like the BMI measure but I find that it is not the same as if you were doing a real BMI test at the gym (the Wii Fit gives me a lower BMI than the "REAL" BMI test that you squeeze).

My FI bought me the wii fit last year... I like the versatility of it but I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the new 'My Fitness Coach' for the Wii... It's a ton better for cardio and SOOO much fun!!!