‘Body by Nintendo’ helps your health
Listen, I have to tell you, people are starting to talk. About you. Yes, you. Your friends may not say it to your face, but they’re definitely talking. About what, you ask? I’ll tell you but only because we’ve been through so much together these past few months.
OK – here goes.
You’ve put on a few. Pounds, that is.
Don’t be ashamed. It happens to everyone around this time of year. You’ve just spent a week over break with your family, lounging around the house watching Christmas movies, eating snacks and leftover stuffing. It would happen to anyone.
Luckily, I’m here to help. In truth, I feel partly responsible for your sorry condition. You’ve probably become hopelessly addicted to video games after reading this weekly column, foregoing showers and cardio regimens for late night “Gears of War
2” sessions and “World of Warcraft ( Buy wow gold ) ” level grinding.
Pitiful as your life has become, there may be hope. Exercise titles are the new fad in the world of video games and I’ve got a perfect four-game circuit to tone that flabby body of yours.
Let me introduce you to Josh Clark’s world-renowned “Body by Nintendo” workout routine. You can thank me later.
1. “Wii Fit” by Nintendo
“Wii Fit” continues in the tradition of first-party Nintendo titles that bundle large, unwieldy accessories. In this particular case, it’s the Wii Balance Board, a modern upgrade to the old pressure pads released with “Track & Field” for the NES back in the early days of gaming. “Wii Fit” tracks exercise and weight loss on a daily basis, giving fitness-minded gamers some motivation to stick to a persistent regimen. Shockingly, the included games are pretty fun, so it won’t be as much of a pain as dragging your lazy ass up to the Rec Center every morning.
2. “Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party” by Konami
Another Wii title (though you can find a copy for any system on the market), “Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party” is the home version of everyone’s favorite arcade pastime. Anyone fortunate enough to have witnessed a “DDR” master in action can attest to the cardiovascular benefits inherent in shifting your feet around like an idiot to techno music. This game doesn’t keep track of your progress like “Wii Fit,” but it’s a hell of a lot more exciting to play.
3. “Active Life Outdoor Challenge” by Namco
For those reclusive shut-ins, “Active Life Outdoor Challenge” brings the majesty of the outdoors where it truly belongs: indoors. This is basically “Dance Dance Revolution” for people without the ability to dance. You’ll engage in all sorts of common, everyday outdoor activities such as log-jumping, mine-cart-racing and, well, stepping on moles’ heads. It’s a bit eccentric, but at least you don’t have to dance.
4. “My Weight Loss Coach” by Ubisoft
“My Weight Loss Coach” for the Nintendo DS is probably the most practical of any of these titles. The game comes with a pedometer to track your steps on any given day, so you get a real sense of progress as your exercise goes on. The game even teaches you how to eat right to maintain your newly fit physique, so it’s a valuable resource even after you’ve inevitably given up on your workout to focus on hitting the new “World of Warcraft” level cap.
OK – here goes.
You’ve put on a few. Pounds, that is.
Don’t be ashamed. It happens to everyone around this time of year. You’ve just spent a week over break with your family, lounging around the house watching Christmas movies, eating snacks and leftover stuffing. It would happen to anyone.
Luckily, I’m here to help. In truth, I feel partly responsible for your sorry condition. You’ve probably become hopelessly addicted to video games after reading this weekly column, foregoing showers and cardio regimens for late night “Gears of War
2” sessions and “World of Warcraft ( Buy wow gold ) ” level grinding.
Pitiful as your life has become, there may be hope. Exercise titles are the new fad in the world of video games and I’ve got a perfect four-game circuit to tone that flabby body of yours.
Let me introduce you to Josh Clark’s world-renowned “Body by Nintendo” workout routine. You can thank me later.
1. “Wii Fit” by Nintendo
“Wii Fit” continues in the tradition of first-party Nintendo titles that bundle large, unwieldy accessories. In this particular case, it’s the Wii Balance Board, a modern upgrade to the old pressure pads released with “Track & Field” for the NES back in the early days of gaming. “Wii Fit” tracks exercise and weight loss on a daily basis, giving fitness-minded gamers some motivation to stick to a persistent regimen. Shockingly, the included games are pretty fun, so it won’t be as much of a pain as dragging your lazy ass up to the Rec Center every morning.
2. “Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party” by Konami
Another Wii title (though you can find a copy for any system on the market), “Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party” is the home version of everyone’s favorite arcade pastime. Anyone fortunate enough to have witnessed a “DDR” master in action can attest to the cardiovascular benefits inherent in shifting your feet around like an idiot to techno music. This game doesn’t keep track of your progress like “Wii Fit,” but it’s a hell of a lot more exciting to play.
3. “Active Life Outdoor Challenge” by Namco
For those reclusive shut-ins, “Active Life Outdoor Challenge” brings the majesty of the outdoors where it truly belongs: indoors. This is basically “Dance Dance Revolution” for people without the ability to dance. You’ll engage in all sorts of common, everyday outdoor activities such as log-jumping, mine-cart-racing and, well, stepping on moles’ heads. It’s a bit eccentric, but at least you don’t have to dance.
4. “My Weight Loss Coach” by Ubisoft
“My Weight Loss Coach” for the Nintendo DS is probably the most practical of any of these titles. The game comes with a pedometer to track your steps on any given day, so you get a real sense of progress as your exercise goes on. The game even teaches you how to eat right to maintain your newly fit physique, so it’s a valuable resource even after you’ve inevitably given up on your workout to focus on hitting the new “World of Warcraft” level cap.
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