Nintendo has already shaken up the video game industry by making a console that not only appeals to die hard gamers, it appeals to women, kids, and even grandparents. Now with Wii Fit, the company is destined to disrupt the fitness industry. It might even replace home gyms and perhaps even those Jackie Warner and Jillian Michaels DVDs that are collecting dust. For more info: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/15/fashion/15fitness.html?_r=1&oref=slogi...
video games do not solve obesity. this isnt the jetsons your average american does not have machine do their work out for them. As long as corn and hydrogenated oils are in every product we eat.. and as long as americans eat 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th meals we will remain obese.
As a certified personal fitness trainer and a senior I think any RAPID and CONTINUOUS movement of the arms will be some help as long as it is not being used to feed a person!
We are currently working on a non-Wii app that will REALLY move people and reward them at same time!
Marshe u make so much sense,i dont need 2 say much.Its the same old thing,u finish playing the wii and then u go 2 mc donalds.Maybe it would help if it wasnt a hand held controller also,or if it was the only system on the planet.
Well, it's definitely not going to solve the obesity problem, or, as Paul said, even have a noticeable effect. But it is a step in the right direction (albeit a very, very small step), and since Americans are still going to go to McDonald's I suppose it's better that we at least burn a few calories playing the Wii beforehand...
Yes and no for the same reason: the price. The tech workout will appear to business professionals that would not "game", but a nearly $400 investment is a stretch for the masses. A $5 value meal available 24 hours-a-day is too strong of a foe for the Wii Fit
I don't think a video game can solve America's obesity dilemna. It takes more than just physical work but a cultural and psychological change regarding food, exercise and body image. Video games aren't that complex yet.
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May 16, 2008 at 9:35am
Lynne d JohnsonNintendo has already shaken up the video game industry by making a console that not only appeals to die hard gamers, it appeals to women, kids, and even grandparents. Now with Wii Fit, the company is destined to disrupt the fitness industry. It might even replace home gyms and perhaps even those Jackie Warner and Jillian Michaels DVDs that are collecting dust. For more info: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/15/fashion/15fitness.html?_r=1&oref=slogi...
May 16, 2008 at 9:50am
Marshe Wychevideo games do not solve obesity. this isnt the jetsons your average american does not have machine do their work out for them. As long as corn and hydrogenated oils are in every product we eat.. and as long as americans eat 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th meals we will remain obese.
May 16, 2008 at 4:12pm
Michael KrakovskiySure, even grandmothers love them!
May 16, 2008 at 4:12pm
Paul MaioranaIt's unlikely it will have a noticeable affect on obesity in America.
May 16, 2008 at 4:51pm
Hugh SimpsonAs a certified personal fitness trainer and a senior I think any RAPID and CONTINUOUS movement of the arms will be some help as long as it is not being used to feed a person!
We are currently working on a non-Wii app that will REALLY move people and reward them at same time!
May 16, 2008 at 5:05pm
Matt McCoyDefinitely a step in the right direction. The balance board is a very precise scale, and Wii Fit will monitor your daily weight loss progression.
It won't solve the problem, but maybe it will increase individuals body awareness.
May 18, 2008 at 5:08am
Marcus AusborneMarshe u make so much sense,i dont need 2 say much.Its the same old thing,u finish playing the wii and then u go 2 mc donalds.Maybe it would help if it wasnt a hand held controller also,or if it was the only system on the planet.
May 21, 2008 at 4:43pm
Tyler AdamsWell, it's definitely not going to solve the obesity problem, or, as Paul said, even have a noticeable effect. But it is a step in the right direction (albeit a very, very small step), and since Americans are still going to go to McDonald's I suppose it's better that we at least burn a few calories playing the Wii beforehand...
May 22, 2008 at 1:20pm
Dan DenneyYes and no for the same reason: the price. The tech workout will appear to business professionals that would not "game", but a nearly $400 investment is a stretch for the masses. A $5 value meal available 24 hours-a-day is too strong of a foe for the Wii Fit
May 22, 2008 at 4:33pm
Rachel KingI don't think a video game can solve America's obesity dilemna. It takes more than just physical work but a cultural and psychological change regarding food, exercise and body image. Video games aren't that complex yet.
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