Nintendo Wii Fit Plus with Balance Board

Bought this item as a family present at Christmas to accompany the Wii console we got last year. Even the unpacking instructions on the box were a really clever touch, and the balance board is so sturdy. A really well put together piece of kit. Setting up was as easy as adding a new controller, flick the switch, press the button & presto, you're ready. Lob in the CD to the console and start. All the Mii's from the plaza come over and the information previously stored does too. You start by being weighed and tested to give you a Wii-fit age which can be part of a daily routine with this item (or not). The down side is that if you are not that good at some of the tests your age goes up, so you have to take it with a pinch of salt / don't be too serious about it. If you want some fun there are plenty of games that hide the fact that you are actually working some muscles (until later when you ache) and for the fitness gurus, there are yoga and muscle workouts too. The latter are really common sense exercises that perhaps most of us wouldn't normally think to do but they work well. You can set yourself targets and burn off some calories and it has enough good sense to remind you to take a break too. As an over 40, my wife and I both enjoy playing on it regularly. The kids, like fireworks, burned brightly on it for a fortnight and have now fizzled out a bit, possibly with getting back to school. Even guests who pop round succumb to playing on it. Absolute winner.

I can't say enough good things about the Nintendo Wii Fit Plus and Balance Board Bundle in White. It's been a total game-changer for me when it comes to staying active and having fun at the same time. First off, let me tell you how easy it was to get started. Setting up the balance board and getting everything connected to my Wii was a breeze. Within minutes, I was ready to dive into the world of Wii Fit Plus. And let me tell you, the variety of exercises and activities is seriously impressive. From yoga and strength training to fun mini-games that get your heart pumping, there's something for everyone. I've even roped my friends and family into joining me for multiplayer challenges – it's a blast! What I love most is how it doesn't feel like a chore to work out anymore. The games are so engaging that I find myself wanting to come back for more every day. Plus, the feedback and progress tracking features keep me motivated to keep pushing myself. If you're looking for a fun and effective way to get moving and improve your fitness, look no further than the Nintendo Wii Fit Plus Bundle. It's been a total lifesaver for me, and I can't recommend it enough!

Setup easy, you can "play" / exercise on your own or choose multiplayer. The hardest bit was establishing where the hell the sync button was on the Wii console - it is beind a hidden "door" which I didn't know existed - once synced with the wii remote it all worked a treat. Have done a few exercises and even my youngest daughter (6) has got in on the act doing some jogging, hula hooping and she loved the snowball fighting, although she found the co-ordination difficult - but thats expected for her age with this game. You can set goals / targets and set your own exercise routine or follow one the system recommends according to your shape / targets etc Will add another review update in a month..... Update:- Power pack on board charged whilst I was using it and power pack has been used on its own all afternoon by my daughter - so much for me getting exercise!! Power still going strong on 1 charge after 5 hours of almost constant use, the balancing games are great for adults and kids, hence my lack of use today, but it kept little lady occupied whilst I did some spring cleaning!!

Anything that gets you active for a period of time has to be applauded, but not beginning on a false premise of accuracy in readings. As such this is a novel and amusing way of getting the slouch couches off their butt. There are various categories ranging from aerobics to muscle toning and postural balance which are quite innovative. Within these are various levels you can target based on time spent on the exercise and with some, how much effort you put in. The graphics are good and responsive and some like the cycling is fun as you have a little dog chasing you part of the way on your route. BUT, the initial measurements of your BMI, weight, age, balance etc. lead to widely inaccurate estimates of your initial condition. I am no slouch and, in fact work out three times a week at 2 hours a session with weights and an exercise bike, yet the Wii board calculated my condition as poor and 15 years older in fitness terms on my first weigh-in. Laughable. I have a more accurate Tanita BMI and weight meter and it measures your BMI (Body Mass Index) from the electrical resistance of your body through its metal footpads you stand on. The more body fat you have, the greater the electrical resistance measured and hence the higher the BMI reading. The reading of the Wii board is 2 and a half percent over the reading of the Tanita. I think the Wii board doesn't actually work out your BMI; rather, it goes on established weight versus height graphs, which estimate what your BMI is at a particular weight, height and gender. The high pitch voice welcoming you to a day's session is novel at first, but starts to annoy after a week or so. Similarly, the "well done" messages start to become meaningless and empty as well. To conclude, this is a good piece of kit for beginners and as a means of adding variety to your exercise routine, but if you're used to working out seriously, you will find it somewhat unsatisfactory if you solely rely on it for your workout and not use other equipment. UPDATE** 5/3/12. I have just started another week of exercise and as if to highlight my reservations of its accuracy, it has established I now weigh a pound heavier than last week even though I entered my clothes as weighing a pound lighter , and even though I have lost half a pound (according to my Tanita). Also, it has taken 23 years off my age fitness and I am now 9 years younger than my actual age. I am beginning to suspect these readings are equivalent to those of the Mystic Lady machine at the arcade which pops out a card of your future when you put a coin in!

Absolutely love it... have had it for a month or so now and haven't missed a single day! I had serious balance issues accompanied by nausea and was advised meds and neuro therapy which included exercises on the Wii. As I am not very keen on taking meds, I decided to concentrate on the exercises and the Wii gives me a well-balanced workout regime that helps improve my centre of balance, hand-eye coordination, agility, etc. I definitely feel much better and as there are so many different games and exercises to choose from, it does not feel monotonous. At the same time, you can set up a routine that you want to follow every day without having to select everyday. Delivery was prompt and packaging was great too. Zero complaints!

Dependiendo del tamaño, se puede quedar algo pequeño, y en los ejercicios en los que te mueves mucho es fácil abandonar el centro. El mensaje que sale de "cuidado no resbalar" te lo empiezas a tomar en serio pasado un rato. No sé si la contabilidad de calorías y demás es fiable, la verdad, pero tiene muchos juegos divertidos con los que moverte, y ejercicios más serios para ejercitar los músculos. La única pega es que no puedes interactuar de verdad con los entrenadores (estaría bien poder resolver cuestiones si te duele un músculo al hacer algún ejercicio o algo así) pero para eso tenemos a los humanos, no?

absolute rip off paid $600 au for a balance board some batteries and a game dvd. Was expecting console as well.

Livraison rapide. Marche très bien et procure des heures de sport pour toute la famille petits comme grands. Les sports sous forme de jeux font un tabas et l'option multijoueurs nous a déjà fait des soirées endiablées en famille. J'avais des doutes sur la faculté d'un produit virtuel à faire faire du sport. Croyez moi, le vélo notamment, la course et autres vous font sentir vos muscles.

Compre una de segunda mano en la cual ya me queje bastante ¬¬, pero Amazon es genial y no hubo ningun problema en reenviarlo a la tienda. Al a ver probado uno defectuoso os puedo decir que este funciona asombrosamente bien, responde a todo como debe.