Does anyone use the Wii as an exercise form?

The Wii is not only fun but good at getting you moving. It comes with Wii Sports and there is several games that can get you going. There is even a fitness part of the game. With the Wii games you are moving in one form or another.

I tried the WII out a couple weeks ago and I tell you , I was plum tuckered out when I was finished. Especially the boxing game.

I haven't had a chance to buy this system yet, but there is a stand for it right across from a ride I manage at Six Flags. I see people moving around playing the games all the time. I wouldn't say it's the most effective form of working out, but it's much better then just sitting on the ground and playing any other game. The tennis game for example does seem to get the body moving, and any movement is good for you, and does burn calories. I wouldn't replace working out entirely, but you have the right idea....it's also good family fun. :) Let us know how it works out.

I have gone on a number of occassion to by the Nintendo Wii but it is always sold out. Tonight as I was reading your discussion I thought I should put my name on a waiting list. I'm sure the stores must do that kind of thing. I saw on CNN a couple of weeks ago that the stores can't keep up to the demand of the Nintendo Wii came and that soon companies will be rushing out there versions of this to compete in the market. I am waiting for the Nintendo. My husband and I always are buying it for the purpose of exercise instead of sitting around watching tv this will be a fun activity to do at home!

We have a Wii. We play Wii sports often and it isn't really what I would consider a workout, its fun and much better than being on a couch! I did notice the first few times we used it my arms were sore! It's fun though, but most of the other games don't require you to be up, you can just sit down and play. There is also Mii play (i think thats what it's called) and its similar to wii sports and you pretty much have to be up for that one. Good luck. The Wii is alot of fun. We all enjoy it.

There are several websites that have written about using Wii Sports as a weight loss exercise program. The one I remember at this moment is wiihealthy.com that lists estimated calories burned, which would vary from actual depending on your weight and how actively you play the games. The boxing in particular can really be active. Most of the sites state playing 30 to 45 minutes a day.

I have two and noticed depending on the game being palyed you wrok up a good sweat never thought of using it for exercise cause i hate to.

Well, I like WII.