WiiFit is the new Nintendo Wii “game” aimed at making you more active.
WiiFit has the same look and feel as other titles including WiiSports, using the Mii characters to be your body on the screen. The included Wii Balance board is sturdy, and easy to set-up.
You start by working out your posture, weight and BMI, then set a weight lose / gain goal. If you can recover from the Wii’s analysis, then it’s onto the first balance exercise, where in my case it added ten years to my age.
Then comes the games, which come in four groups, Yoga, Stretches, Balance and Fitness. Yoga, Stretches and Balance are all stand games, the Fitness includes a run-on-the-spot jog and a step class.
Nintendo aim to keep WiiFit interesting by giving a score and ranking for each exercise, so you can track your improvement. Higher scores and increased playtime unlock further games.
Overall, WiiFit is an interesting attempt to lift us from the sofa and make us more active. However it is not a replacement for the gym / home gym or a substitute for a health lifestyle. A bit of fun and light workout, but nothing serious.
