Investigations into the health effects of playing video games, conducted by the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), last year resulted in some unexpected findings.
They state:
"Video games have often been blamed as a contributing factor to the nation’s epidemic of obesity, high blood pressure, Type II diabetes and other lifestyle diseases largely caused by inactivity and a lack of physical exercise. However, with the implementation of new technologies, video games may prove to be just what fitness experts are looking for to help their clients get more active, increase their heart rate and spend less time sitting on the couch.
One ISSA Certified Personal Trainer and avid gamer, sums up the development of exertainment nicely, strongly advocating its potential for realizing health benefits for every segment of the population, whatever the game, whatever the console. She advocates Dance Dance Revolution along with her fellow trainers as “…definitely more of an aerobic game – I see kids all the time enjoying it and losing weight – I think they gain a lot of aerobic exercise without realizing it.” And don’t try to tell her that the Wii just doesn’t allow you to get active enough to achieve real fitness. “The Nintendo Wii will show benefits for everyone,” she suggests.
“Whether you can sit down for the game or you have to be standing, it involves movement. The best part is its just fun – for everyone. Deconditioned and obese individuals will find it fun to play and gain aerobic movement out of the games. Seniors can enjoy gentle movements of bowling and golfing. Youth become a part of the game and don’t just turn into vegetables in front of the TV. Everyone can burn some calories and learn some good health habits from Nintendo Wii’s fitness, and the system is just too hard to pass up when watching anyone play.”
You can read their full report on the health benefits of the Nintendo Wii here
I think this five year old shows us just how much of a workout the DDR Game really can be. Wow! I wish I could dance like that!
Nintendo just unleashed several hundred thousand Wii consoles in Japan for its pre-Christmas launch. And guess what? You guessed it: ALL of the Wii consoles sold out within just a very few hours. This allows Wii to have more than four times the current number of PS3s currently in circulation. This will without a doubt shoot Wii to the top of the next gen games market in its home territory.
They said that long lines formed outside retail stores, with some people standing in line since Friday. Much like our Black Friday campers in the United States. More than 2000 waited outside the Yurakucho branch of Bic Camera in Tokyo.
Additionally, Nintendo plans to ship over 1.5 million DS units during the month of December, confirming the handheld’s status as the number one portable games unit. Ladies and gentlemen: Nintendo Wii is aiming to be the number one gaming system in the world and I think they are right on target!
Check out these eBay listings for the Wii Games and goodies. If you’ve done your home work you can find some outstanding deals, especially once you get close to the big day and there is nothing left on the shelf. There will almost always be games available on eBay for the Wii. Stay delighted with Wii games
Check out these eBay listings for the Wii Accessories and more. If you’ve done your home work you can find some outstanding deals, especially once you get close to the big day and there is nothing left on the shelf. There will almost always be accessories available on eBay for the Wii. Stay equipped with Wii accessories
Check out these eBay listings for the Wii Fit System and Balance Board. If you’ve done your home work you can find some outstanding deals, especially once you get close to the big day and there is nothing left on the shelf. There will almost always be something available on eBay for the Wii. Stay fit with Wii Fit
Check out these eBay listings for the Wii console. If you’ve done your home work you can find some outstanding deals, especially once you get close to the big day and there is nothing left on the shelf. There will almost always be something available on eBay for the Wii.
