Wii Exercise Games
We all loved Nintendo Sports (one of the most sold games in the history btw), and the cute little games that utilized the revolutionary Wii Remote and the natural control system. People who had never played video games fell in love with this marvellous all family gaming system.
And then came Wii Fit. And with this one product, Nintendo created a whole new gaming industry, Exercise Games. Yes, there had been some Eye-Toy based exercise games on Playstation, but this was a whole new territory.
Wii Exercise Games became an instant hit, Wii Fit sold like crazy. We started seing Wii exercise games in the Ellen Show and elsewhere in the mass media too. Now more and more Wii exercise games are being launched, some of them superb, others, not so much.
On this page, you will find everything you need about Wii Exercise Games and turn that little white box next to your television into personal fitness center and have loads of fun while at it!
Exercising has never been so much fun!
Wii Exercise Games Turned a Gaming Geek Into Lean Mean Exercising Machine
I've been playing computer games since the age of 6, and after 25 years I can honestly say that gaming has never been so easy as it is now with Nintendo Wii and exercising has not been so much fun as it is with Wii exercise games.Wii Exercise Games revolutionalized and created a whole gaming industry, Wii exercise games also managed to do something that I never thought to be possible - I enjoy exercising! :)
Before, I have never enjoyed exercising, at all. And that has been showing in my body and fitness. I'm one of those gaming geeks that stay home and sit at their computer all day. Until I found Nintendo Wii that is, it "forces" you to stand up and move around - and after the first minute I loved it!
Don't get me wrong, I still play my share of other games but I'm getting my daily exercise within the comfort of my own home. My wife has never been happier as she's been pushing me to get into shape for years and now we can both exercise any time we want, together! - and that's the best recommendation I can give you!
My personal favorites and recommendation: Get Wii Fit *and* EA Sports Active
But check the games out yourself, watch the videos and read the reviews on this page, and decide what might be the best Wii exercise game for you.
Enjoy This Lens and Enjoy Wii Exercise Games!
(no, it's not me on the photo)
p.s. Note that everything on this page is genuine feedback and testimonials from people who have tried and played any Wii exercise games.
p.p.s. Psst... Squidoo members - Remember to rate this lens! :)
Evaluating Nintendo Wii Exercise Games
Wii Fitness Games Evaluation With a Pro
Honest review on what's working and what's not. I put this video on this lens, because I kinda agreeing with Darren and Joel, Darren's personal trainer: Gold's Gym Cardio Workout, not so great game. Fitness Ultimatum 2009 is just bad. Sorry Jillian, I love you, but that's a great example on badly licensed "game".
But EA Sports Active and Wii Fit rocks!
Check the video and this page what might be the best Wii exercise game for you.
Wii Exercise Games from Amazon.com
Nintendo Wii Video Game System
In case you're not familiar with Wii yet...
Nintendo Wii Store at Amazon.com
Wii
Amazon Price: $199.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Here's what others have said about Nintendo Wii:
* An Inexpensive Gaming Console for the Whole Family
* Great for hardcore gamers,and casual gamers.
* Wii love it!
* Fun and easy to pick up!!
* Great even for non-gamers
* My wife and I love this game.
* Fun for the whole family
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Wii Exercise Games for the Whole Family
Watch Out Kids, Your Mother Might Hog Your Wii!

Wii Exercise Games are meant for everyone. Kids, women, men, mother and father, grandmother and grandpa included!
Some exercise games require special equipment, but those are usually included with the game. Some hands utilize the Wii Remote that come with your Wii and Wii Nunchuk for two handed exercises.
The game designers have done a great job at using the controls in various ways, making the controls and exercising feel natural, not playing a game. If the game requires you hit like you would be boxing, you just hold on to you remove and hit forward. It is that easy!
The wii exercise games are very easy to learn and you can focus on having fun exercising instead of learning the controls. And that's what makes Nintendo Wii and wii exercise games suitable for all ages. It's not uncommon to see some who has never, ever played any games to just take Wii Remote to their hand and game on. And it's very common that the new gamer will like it so much that they start playing regularly - something no other exercise equipment can never EVER do!
"It's hard core, but I feel it will definitely give me my desired results.
-Amber, Georgia"
EA Sports Active
The Best Wii Exercise Game?
EA Active from EA SPORTS - a Superb Fitness Game
Game includes a deep co-operative multiplayer game mode: Engage in fitness made easy through 20 minute circuits feature a variety of familiar activities that target upper body, lower body as well as cardio.
Follow the guidance, motivation and training tip of your very own virtual personal trainer. 30 day challenge' of tailor made 20 minute workouts, that change as you progress each day, and track calories, intensity and progress throughout your journey.
Gameplay/workout options are extended with the included Nunchuck strap and resistance band accessories, and compatibility with the Wii Balance Board (not included).
EA Sports Active Key Features:
* Active Fitness Made Fun & Easy - 20 minute circuits feature a variety of familiar activities that target upper body, lower body as well as cardio. Start off with a light jog, followed by bicep curls and get your heart beating with some cardio boxing.
* Benefit of a Virtual Personal Trainer - Your trainer will be the focal point of the experience guiding you towards your own version of personal achievement. Feedback will be given throughout your workout, keeping you on track to reach your fitness goals.
* The 30 Day Challenge - Take the 30 Day Challenge and experience tailor made 20 minute workouts to your level of fitness. Circuits will change as you progress each day, and EA SPORTS Active will track calories, intensity and progress throughout your journey.
* New Way to Play - Slip the Nunchuk into the specially designed leg strap and hold the Wii Remote in your hand to track your movements from both your upper and lower body. A resistance band is also included to increase the intensity of exercises such as bicep curls and shoulder presses.
* Workout Your Way - Circuits can be customized to your interest and fitness level. Choose your duration, intensity level & set your own goals for calories burned and workout score.
* Workout with a Friend - Burn calories with a friend as you both workout through routines together in a co-operative mode.
* Track Your Progress - Expand your Fitness IQ and keep track of your workouts inside and outside of EA Sports Active with the in-game Journal.
* Wii Balance Board Compatibility - Get more out of your EA SPORTS Active workout using a Wii Balance Board with added functionality for many of exercises.
EA Sports Active
Amazon Price: $52.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Couple of testimonials from customers at Amazon (People are loving it!):
* Best Wii Fitness yet...
* Love, Love, Love this!!!!
* A couple issues, but DOES build up quite the sweat
* Too Sweaty To Type
* Great for advanced exercisers!
* Already seeing results!!!
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EA Sports Active Video
The Best Fitness Game?
The Wii Fit Balance Board
Get on Board Today
The primary tenet of Wii Fit is balance. Your center of balance, the point between your left and right sides when you stand upright, has a lot to do with your health. Those without an even center of balance will be unnaturally compensating for this imbalance, which causes their posture to become misaligned, increasing the possibility of putting unnecessary strain on their bodies. This is where the Wii Balance Board comes in.Similar in appearance to a step aerobics board, the Wii Balance Board is much, much more. Easily capable of supporting weights up to a maximum of 300 pounds, it is sturdy and precise, able to measure weight and register pressure accurately when placed on a variety of flat surfaces. This advanced level of sensitivity allows for both the wide range of activities found in the Wii Fit software as well as the board's amazing ability recognize individual players by their weight alone.
Note that you don't need Wii Fit Balance Board to all Wii Exercise Games, but many games support it, including Wii Fit and EA Sports Active
"I highly recommend this. You are getting more than your money's worth, having fun, and getting fit."
Wii Fit
Wii Fit that will keep players hooked on fitness for years to come
Wii Fit started the whole wii exercise games phenom - for a reason. It's great!
What Is Wii Fit All About?
The active-play phenomenon started by Wii Sports now spreads to your whole body thanks to Wii Fit and the pressure-sensitive Wii Balance Board, which comes bundled with it. Used together players will experience an extensive array of fun, dynamic and surprisingly challenging activities, including aerobics, yoga, muscle stretches and balance oriented games.
The focus of these activities is towards providing a "core" workout, a popular exercise method that emphasizes slower, controlled motions, but it's the fun approach to fitness of Wii Fit that will keep players hooked on fitness for years to come.
Wii Fit Features
Wii Fit comes with the Wii Balance Board and requires a Wii console to play. Wii console sold separately. Wii Fit combines fitness with fun and is designed for everyone, young and old. Wii Fit players work towards personal fitness goals and they block soccer balls, swivel hips to power hoop twirls, and go big on ski jumps to get themselves there. You can check your daily progress, set goals, check your Wii Fit Age, and even enter exercise time you've done outside of Wii Fit. Wii Fit Age is measured by factoring the user's BMI reading, testing the user's center of gravity and conducting quick balance tests. Training is at the core of Wii Fit. You can spend as much (or as little) time as you want trying out all of the 40+ activities Wii Fit offers.
Before you jump into doing exercises and activities, you'll start by creating a profile. This is done easily and intuitively by simply choosing a Mii, entering your height and age information, and doing a few quick tests that will serve as a baseline for your new Wii fitness regimen. These tests are: BMI Check and Wii Fit Age
BMI Check: BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that is the standard used by agencies such as the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health.
Wii Fit Age: This basic balance test measures how well you can control your left and right balance. Based on the results, you'll be assigned a Wii Fit Age.
Wii Fit brings you the Four Categories of Fun: Strength Training, Aerobics, Yoga and Balance Games. Variety, fun and progress tracking; Wii Fit has it all. So, Wii owners if you ready to reclaim your balance and get fit all you need is Wii Fit, a few minutes a day to play and the urge to have fun. Get on board today.
Wii Fit
Amazon Price: $89.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Here's what people who have buyed the game have to say:
* Addictive. Hard. Rewarding. Fun. Tiring. Frustrating. Amazing.
* Finally: My own Gym in MY living room!
* A Fun Work Out
* Over 50 and loving it!
* Best way to workout!
* The Wii fit is fun!
* Wii Fit Will Help You Get and Stay Fit
* ...and many others...
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"If you want to get in shape, have a Wii and My Fitness Coach I highly recommend this game! (Emily J)"
My Fitness Coach
Live a Healthier Lifestyle
My Fitness Coach begins by evaluating your current fitness level, and helping you set your fitness goal. Whether you strive for weight loss, core body strength, increased flexibility or something else, the Wii's unique interactivity will get you there. A virtual personal trainer named Maya will be on hand to not only give you valuable advice to help you exercise right, but will provide pep talks to help keep you motivated every step of the way. There are even graphical charting displays that allow you to watch yourself making progress as you go.
Enjoy Your Exercise Experience
With My Fitness Coach you can customize your experience by choosing your own exercise environment, and picking your favorite type of workout music. There are eight different environments to choose from, and seven different types of music, such as Hip Hop, 80's, Latin and Dance to name a few. There is even a Meditation Garden feature where you will be guided through stretching and yoga techniques to help keep you limber while you gain strength.
Nearly 500 Workouts Provide Loads of Fun
My Fitness Coach features almost 500 unique exercises to ensure that no two workouts will ever be quite the same. Whether you are in strength training for your upper body or lower body, or are just burning a few extra calories, by choosing your own workout calendar, length of program, and frequency of use you will achieve your goals at the pace that is right for you.
My Fitness Coach
Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Here's what people have said about My Fitness Coach:
* Just what I was looking for!
* Get up off the couch and get fit
* Way better than the Wii Fit
* It's a workout, not a game.
* The motivation I needed.
Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009
Here's hoping the 2010 will be better (published late 2009)
Wii Exercise Games Accessories
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New Wii Exercise Games
Below this line I've added some of the latest Wii exercise games.
The Biggest Loser
Real Fun. Real Results
Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2010
Can 2010 Version Do Better Than The Old One?
Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2010
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Release Date: 10/06/2009
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Your Shape
A New Era in Fitness
Your Shape
Amazon Price: $49.99 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Release Date: 11/24/2009
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Daisy Fuentes Pilates
Select from 5 pre-set routines that are designed to target different areas of your body. You also have the freedom to customize up to five of your own to keep your routines fresh which will keep you motivated
Get instant feedback on your movements from the on-screen timing bar. This will help you get the most results from every session. Track your weekly workouts and view results to see how well you have performed each individual exercise.
Daisy Fuentes provides exercise and healthy diet tips throughout the program to encourage a holistic approach to health and well-being.
Daisy Fuentes Pilates
Amazon Price: $27.60 (as of 01/05/2010)![]()
Release Date: 08/04/2009
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Table of Contents
Find Your Favorite
- Wii Exercise Games Turned a Gaming Geek Into Lean Mean Exercising Machine
- Evaluating Nintendo Wii Exercise Games
- Wii Exercise Games from Amazon.com
- Nintendo Wii Video Game System
- Wii Exercise Games for the Whole Family
- EA Sports Active
- EA Sports Active Video
- The Wii Fit Balance Board
- Wii Fit Video
- Wii Fit
- My Fitness Coach
- Gold's Gym Cardio Workout
- Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009
- Wii Exercise Games Accessories
- VOTE For Your Favorite Wii Exercise Games!
- Top Wii Exercise Games
- Get the Best Wii Exercise Games from Amazon.com NOW!
- New Wii Exercise Games
- The Biggest Loser
- Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2010
- Your Shape
- Daisy Fuentes Pilates
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- Brian831 Brian831 Jul 31, 2009 @ 4:51 pm
- Very nice lens Zemalf! Great that you were able to use so many modules.
If you get a minute, please check out my first lens. It's about improving your reflexes. One of the things I mention is to play fast paced video games!
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- prosperity66 prosperity66 Jul 31, 2009 @ 3:57 am
- Few months ago, I wouldn't have believe it but the son of a friend of mine trained with his Wii and... not only lost weight but felt better as well!
Your lens is very informative and well done. Rated 5 stars.
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- richiereveley richiereveley Jul 25, 2009 @ 2:55 am
- Nice page! Where's my "workout" clothes.. 5 stars and lensrolled to my Wii Fit - 10 Unlockable & Secret Things You Never New About Wii Fit? lens
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- SimeyC SimeyC Jul 24, 2009 @ 9:42 am
- Very nice Lens - 5* and lensrolled to my Wii Fit Lens
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