Any Fellow Wii Fit Users?

[Aquagirl]

Another Wiifit user here. Although I stopped using it about 7 months ago. I was concerned about the electricity going through my body (for the weighing/body fat part). So I don't attribute my 20 pound weight loss over the last year to the Wii fit per se.

I have never heard this, do you have a link to an article about this? I tried goggling it, but couldn't find anything. I just thought it was like any other scale.

I'm going to have to look in to the new EA Fitness game that is coming out. It sounds cool!

 

[gamomof2]

http://www.easportsactive.com/product.action

 

[CaliforniaDreamer]

I have never heard this, do you have a link to an article about this? I tried goggling it, but couldn't find anything. I just thought it was like any other scale.

I'm going to have to look in to the new EA Fitness game that is coming out. It sounds cool!

Aquagirl, I don't have a link. Any scale that measures your bodyfat has to run electricity through you. I have a Tanita scale and that does it too (if I put it on to measure bodyfat).

I am not saying it's bad for everyone, I was just going through something at the time and wanted to remove anything that might have contributed to it. I'm now back on the Wii fit.

There is lots of documention on "wii-itis" <sp>. I had it. It is the result of repetitive motion, using muscles that hadn't been used in a while. It would be the same as if you started playing tennis or baseball daily. My doctor said he'd seen a lot of it. Now I vary up the games.

Thanks for the link on the EA game!

http://www.easportsactive.com/product.action

 

[inkkognito]

I don't think the Wii scale uses the electricity. It seems to do a BMI calculation based on your weight and the other info. you entered (height, age, etc.). That means it's probably not the most accurate measure, but you also don't have to worry about electricity.

I am going to be in Chicago for the weekend, which means I will miss two days on it. I'm really going to miss my workouts (can't believe I'm saying that). I dread how it's probably going to yell at me too...when I gained a couple pounds in a day, it made me enter the reason. Oh well, accountability is good, even if it's just to a video game.

ETA: Here is how it calculates BMI. It's just through info., no electricity:

After reminding you to stand up straight, the game will ask if you're wearing any heavy clothing. Then it will determine where your weight is distributed. More than likely your beef won't be perfectly centered so you will be shown where your center of gravity is by a red dot on the onscreen balance board. You'll need to shift your weight so that the dot is placed right in the middle of the board. This will likely feel awkward, but you don't need to keep that stance for long. The game apparently just wants to demonstrate what terrible posture you have.

After this, Nintendo has enough information to calculate your BMI. We should note that Wii Fit does not determine your weight. It determines your body's bulk in relation to your height and lets you know if you've got too much mass going on. A vertical meter is separated into blue (under weight), yellow (just right), and red (over weight) segments, and an arrow will indicate where you fit in. Then, perhaps comically, the size of your Mii will be adjusted to match your BMI.

 

[CaliforniaDreamer]

Yes, thank you inkkognito, and the other poster, it does appear the Wii does not use the BI (bioelectrical impedance) method to measure body fat, unlike when my Tanita scale measures BF. That's good to know.

However, the Wii fit does measure your weight. How else does it come up with your pounds weighed number? And also, what does it use to determine body bulk so it can figure out the relationship of that to your height?

BTW, I found an interesting case where a European girl (young) was upset because the machine called her overweight. Nintendo had to apologize.

I don't think the Wii scale uses the electricity. It seems to do a BMI calculation based on your weight and the other info. you entered (height, age, etc.). That means it's probably not the most accurate measure, but you also don't have to worry about electricity.

I am going to be in Chicago for the weekend, which means I will miss two days on it. I'm really going to miss my workouts (can't believe I'm saying that). I dread how it's probably going to yell at me too...when I gained a couple pounds in a day, it made me enter the reason. Oh well, accountability is good, even if it's just to a video game.

ETA: Here is how it calculates BMI. It's just through info., no electricity:

After reminding you to stand up straight, the game will ask if you're wearing any heavy clothing. Then it will determine where your weight is distributed. More than likely your beef won't be perfectly centered so you will be shown where your center of gravity is by a red dot on the onscreen balance board. You'll need to shift your weight so that the dot is placed right in the middle of the board. This will likely feel awkward, but you don't need to keep that stance for long. The game apparently just wants to demonstrate what terrible posture you have.

After this, Nintendo has enough information to calculate your BMI. We should note that Wii Fit does not determine your weight. It determines your body's bulk in relation to your height and lets you know if you've got too much mass going on. A vertical meter is separated into blue (under weight), yellow (just right), and red (over weight) segments, and an arrow will indicate where you fit in. Then, perhaps comically, the size of your Mii will be adjusted to match your BMI.

 

[TammyNC]

BTW, I found an interesting case where a European girl (young) was upset because the machine called her overweight. Nintendo had to apologize.

Now that is something...if she didn't want the honesty, maybe she shouldn't have bought the game. I personally like how frank it all is.

I had also not heard of the new EA game, that one might have to make it on my wish list.

 

[inkkognito]

BTW, I found an interesting case where a European girl (young) was upset because the machine called her overweight. Nintendo had to apologize.

Yep, I saw that when I was researching out it makes its calculations. Geez, if you get offended by a machine calling you "fat," you're sure gonna have some trouble when you grow up and get out in the real world! For me, I like the Wii's abusiveness (making me justify it when I gain etc.) 'cause it keeps me accountable.

Of course, since I'm in Chicago for the weekend, I indulged in two of my old hometown favorites today: authentic Mexican food and something I affectionately call "lard lobster" at a Japanese place. My Wii is gonna have some harsh words for me when I return home on Mon.

 

[CaliforniaDreamer]

That would be sooo funny if the Wii voice actually did scold you.... Have you noticed that sometimes when you step on it, it says "Great," and other times it says, "OH!" I can't quite figure out why...

Yep, I saw that when I was researching out it makes its calculations. Geez, if you get offended by a machine calling you "fat," you're sure gonna have some trouble when you grow up and get out in the real world! For me, I like the Wii's abusiveness (making me justify it when I gain etc.) 'cause it keeps me accountable.

Of course, since I'm in Chicago for the weekend, I indulged in two of my old hometown favorites today: authentic Mexican food and something I affectionately call "lard lobster" at a Japanese place. My Wii is gonna have some harsh words for me when I return home on Mon.

 

[TammyNC]

That would be sooo funny if the Wii voice actually did scold you.... Have you noticed that sometimes when you step on it, it says "Great," and other times it says, "OH!" I can't quite figure out why...

I've not figured out why sometimes it has the different sounds either but get a kick out of it. I also do like how it asks you why you possibly gained or haven't been on in a while.

 

[CaliforniaDreamer]

I've not figured out why sometimes it has the different sounds either but get a kick out of it. I also do like how it asks you why you possibly gained or haven't been on in a while.

I'm surprised no third party has come up with some mod that will let it speak to you in other voices... I could use Darth Vader as a coach.

 

[marshallandcartersmo]

I got a Wii Fit for Mothers Day!

Starting it tomorrow.

Any tips?

Do I just start picking any "sport" to do, or is there a certain way to train??

 

[CaliforniaDreamer]

What an awesome gift! I use a skin on mine - you can find these online to see what they are. A kind of glove. But you don't have to wait for it, start now. Create your Wii character if you haven't already and start your chart. It will prompt you.

Have you had a Wii before? Not sure if you just got the fit portion or this is your first Wii. Take it easy with the sports. Many of us have gotten "wii-itis" and had to see the doc or chiro from too much tennis or bowling too fast. Warm up, stretch.

Have fun!

 

[inkkognito]

I got a Wii Fit for Mothers Day!

Starting it tomorrow.

Any tips?

Do I just start picking any "sport" to do, or is there a certain way to train??

There are certain areas: Yoga, strength training, aerobics, and balance. I warm up with the balance games, then go to aerobics, then cool down with yoga. I haven't done anything with the strength training yet. The best sweat builders are the step aerobics and boxing. As you rack up time, you'll gain access to more games and activities. It's a great incentive!

 

[RangerPooh]

I start with some yoga stretches followed by strength training. Then I head to Aerobics (step, hula, some boxing, occassionally running, what ever my mood that day), followed by more strength training or balance, ending with yoga or the "candle" balance game ...one of the later ones that you will earn.

I too have a skin on mine but get frustrated with it at times during the step exercises as it doesn't always register my step. However it is a nice grip to have. Mine's green and my DD4 comments about wanting to play with my green exercise toy. I do not have a yoga mat but simply lie on the floor. As it is on our basement I lay on a rug. Not the comfiest thing but it does the job.

 

[marshallandcartersmo]

Thanks for the tips! I just finished, did it about 30 minutes. But I'm concerned it really was only about a 20 minute workout with all the stopping and starting.

And I never saw boxing? I guess the more I do it, the more games will open up?

Is there any way to get games going for longer periods of time. The jogging one really seemed to make me work, but it was short. Do I have to just keep restarting it?

I'm not good at picking my own workout. I need someone to say "ok, do this, then this, then this for 15 minutes, then this". I guess there's nothing like that on Wii fit, is there? I'm just having trouble figuring out what I'm supposed to be doing to get results......

thanks again!

 

[Bagheera23608]

marshallandcartersmo - You can open up longer routes the more you play the game. When you see the screen for the foot race you will notice under it a little box that says something like "short" route. If you click right on the control pad (or maybe it is the + button) you can choose a longer route.

Also by doing your BMI and weight each day you can see a chart of how you are progressing. When you set it up the first time it gave you the option of setting a goal. As you work out each day, you can see how you are progressing on the chart. Play around with your options and you may be surprised with what you find.

I just got mine Sat nite. Really used it yesterday and today. My legs are KILLING me!!! I was wobbly last nite. I'm trying to get in shape for our upcoming trip and I need it BADLY! But I love this thing. I HATE excersing, but this seems like more fun. Anyone out there with My Fitness Coach? I know it doesn't use the board, but is it fun? Also wondering about EA's new fitness game coming out later this month, but I would really like something that has to do with the balance board as it tells me if I am doing something right or wrong.

 

[inkkognito]

I have My Fitness Coach and have read great things about it, but I've been so stuck on Wii Fit that I haven't tried it yet. I figure if I finally start losing interest, I can pull that out for something fresh.

I've unlocked a few of the longer sessions and they will really give you a good workout. If you do it consistently, you rack up enough time to start unlocking them pretty quickly.

 

[Bagheera23608]

marshallandcartersmo - I forgot! We live in the same place,

And I have read about My Fitness Coach. Everyone says it works great but they sound like people who like to do this kind of thing! I do wonder how fun it is?

 

[inkkognito]

From what I gather, Fitness Coach is not so much "fun" as it is like having a personal trainer in your home. A few years back, I did really well with the Firm DVDs, so I'm seeing this as a higher tech version of that. You can input the type of equipment you have, such as weights, a balance ball, and a stepper, and it will give youa routine based on that so you can incorporate them. I think it tracks your progress too, but it doesn't have games and is more "serious" than Wii Fit.

 

[Bagheera23608]

That's the impression I was getting. I need fun, !

But I just got the Fit so I hope that holds me over for a bit at least!