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Houston (I-Newswire) March 21, 2011 - Ok, I admit it. I love playing video games. Well, I’m a little too busy now-a-days to get in a game of Pac-man (do they actually have that game anymore?) but when getting together with friends we have played the Wii. I have played Just Dance for New Years and I can attest that you can really get a good workout. To bad I’m not that great at shaking my hips. Well, if you want to burn some extra calories and help lose some weight, then this article is for you. I found this at digitallife.today.com:
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So this year I thought I’d try out the new fitness titles for Microsoft Xbox 360 with Kinect, Sony Playstation 3 with Move and Nintendo Wii to see if they really offer an alternative to going to the gym. Ordering up Fit in Six, NewU Mind Body Yoga & Pilates, EA Active 2, Get Fit with Mel B, and Zumba Fitness, I got to work.
As I powered my way through the titles, I found myself using muscles that hadn’t been exercised in who knows how long, even though I go to the gym on a regular basis. I was sore for days — a sure sign of progress.
On the cardio side, I found less success. The sessions were either too brief or not intense enough to replace my usual cardio workouts. During a typical 50- to 60-minute gym workout, I burn between 500 and 700 calories, according to my adidas miCoach Pacer, which calculates the calories you burn based on your heart rate, age, weight and height. The same time investment in a fitness title nets me between 200 and 400 calories.
High-intensity cardio is not for everyone, though. So if you like to keep things in the slower, fat-burning zone or are just starting your training, the cardio options may be just right for you.
In all, none of the titles were duds. Some I like better than others, but that’s partly due to personal preference. So keep that in mind as you go through my picks.
Fit in Six ($39.99 at ubi.com, for PS3 and Wii)
Fit in Six is my favorite title. The cardio was fun and the strength training was challenging, plus I could work out to my own music. The title accommodates all levels of fitness, with classes that address cardio, balance, upper body strength, lower body strength, core strength and flexibility. As you move through the catalog of classes, you can see which areas are targeted and how intense the workout will be. I’ve taken fitness classes, so the exercises were familiar, but there are clear verbal and visual instructions for those that aren’t. During classes exercises flow from one to another smoothly and you can clearly see how much time you have left.
NewU Mind Body Yoga & Pilates ($29.99 at amazon.com, for Wii)
I haven’t taken any yoga or Pilates classes, so was excited to try out NewU Mind Body Yoga & Pilates. I wasn’t disappointed. There are great instructional videos for newbies like me, but if you’re already up to speed, you can fluidly move through classes. Skip this one if you want a cardio workout. But if you’re looking to tone and increase your flexibility, it’s a good choice.
Electronic Arts
EA Active 2 ($39.95 at ea.com, for Xbox, PS3 and Wii)
The most challenging cardio workouts can be found in EA Active 2. This title was the only one that raised my heart rate into the aerobic zone. Between strength training exercises, you’re challenged to races and dodge ball contests, which make the title more like playing a game. And if you’re at all competitive, these sections are very motivational. Packed in the box with the game is a heart rate monitor, so you can see how hard you’re working. You can also access your workout stats online. My only complaint is that I found myself waiting for the next exercise to begin.
Majesco
Zumba Fitness ($39.99 at majescoentertainment.com, for Xbox, PS3 and Wii)
If you like to dance, Zumba Fitness will get your heart pumping, though not too hard. And you definitely won’t get bored mastering the title’s nine dance styles — Reggaeton, Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Hip-Hop, Mambo, Rumba, Flamenco and Calypso. You can jump right in if you’ve taken real-world Zumba classes. But if you’re like me and haven’t, you’ll really appreciate the “Learn the Steps” tutorials. At all levels, you’ll receive visual feedback as to how well you’re mimicking your instructor. Skip this if you’re looking for strength training.
Lightning Fish
Get Fit with Mel B ($39.99 for Move at getfitwithmelb.com; $29.99 for Wii, available March 22)
In addition to cardio and strength training, Get Fit with Mel B provides custom meal plans based on your tastes and nutritional needs. I really liked the fact that I got personal feedback on my form as well as verbal coaching as I performed the exercises. I found that the program didn’t “see” me all the time, though, which was frustrating. When you set up the title, you can tell Mel what type of equipment you have, including resistance bands, balance balls and ankle weights. In all, I didn’t find the workouts challenging. The title is best suited to those starting a fitness program.
Source: digitallife.today.com
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So what do you think of that? Have fun and burn calories. That sounds a lot better than the boring old treadmill.
I would recommend it over sitting and watching TV. I’m not sure if you should replace your traditional workouts but use it as a supplement.
What are your thoughts on these? Are there other games out there? Should you rely on these games solely?
Leave me a comment below or head over to my Facebook fanpage www.Facebook.com/BestFatBurningTips and let’s discuss.
Steven
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