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Wii System by Nintendo - Acceptable Exercise?

The Wii definitely has people talking and apparently, exercising! Wii was originally released in 2006 and by Christmas 2007 had people scattering, scrounging and waiting outside various stores at 5 am in ice storms for one of the precious long awaited shipment! A distinguishing feature of the console is its wireless controller, which can be used as a handheld pointing device and can detect acceleration in three dimensions. Another is the WiiConnect24, which enables it to receive messages and updates over the Internet while in standby mode. I would like to focus on the former feature and the associated buzz that Wii is providing exercise for its users.

Childhood obesity and the care of our elderly are both pressing social concerns in America. Wii seems to address both issues. Playing the Wii makes an impact on the user’s heart rate, energy expenditure and amount of calories burned. Independent studies are producing positive results that regular Wii gaming can decrease body fat, lower resting heart rate, lower BMI, and result in weight loss. There is a well documented study posted on the net by a man who added playing Wii sports into his daily activity regimen while leaving everything else the same. He too had positive results. You can find his work on http://wiinintendo.net/2007/01/15/wii-sports-experiment-results/. In his study boxing produced the most drastic results.

Elder care facility members have also been reaping the benefits of this system. This was a previously untapped market for video games. Wii has managed to engage nursing home residents mentally as well as physically. It has brought out a spirit of competitiveness that has been sedentary in a majority of them for quite some time. An additional benefit to Wii gaming for seniors is that they can participate in gaming with their children and grandchildren. The Wii gives seniors and their grandchildren some common ground and an activity they can participate in together and both enjoy.

The physical benefits of Wii gaming for children is a disputed point. Wii provides more exercise than traditional gaming of course but should not encompass a child’s complete exercise regimen. It is recommended that a child receive at least 60 combined total minutes of exercise everyday. While playing Wii for 60 minutes a day would be more beneficial than watching television or playing a traditional video or computer game it should not substitute traditional play all together.

Outdoor play including participating in team sports has many benefits aside from physical activity. Social interaction, exposure to outdoor elements, exposure to new situations and environments are benefits gained from traditional play. These benefits foster imagination, creativity and a child’s sense of individuality. Furthermore, according to a study at John Moore University in Liverpool, England, playing Wii games such as Wii Bowling and Wii Sports, burns approximately 60 calories per hour. This is dramatically less calories burned than walking, running and participating in a sport.

Seniors and adults on average receive far less exercise performing their daily activities than a child. Wii gaming will have a more drastic positive effect on a person the more sedentary their lifestyle. In response to the hype about the physical benefits of Wii gaming, Wii is now marketing a product titled Wii Fit. Wii Fit is a pressure-sensitive balance board. The board is used for an array of dynamic activities including aerobics, yoga, muscle stretches and games. The activities are geared toward providing a core workout that emphasizes slower, controlled motions such as in Pilates and Yoga.

In summary, Wii gaming is being heralded for its physical benefits. These benefits are most notably being reaped by seniors who are participating in Wii gaming. When it comes to children however, Wii gaming should be considered part of a child’s active play and in no way substitute a child’s traditional outdoor play and participation in team sports.

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Exercise Balls for Dummies $21.47 If you want to shape up or lose weight, get on the ball It's inexpensive. It's something you can do at home. It's effective However, unless you have a personal trainer, using the exercise ball correctly to get maximum results can be tricky. That's where "Exercise Balls For Dummies" comes in. You'll discover how to turn an ordinary workout into a super workout that builds strength, increases flexibility, and sculpts a great-looking body. The book includes: Step-by-step details on using exercise balls in your regular workout program Tips on selecting and maintaining equipment Illustrated exercises covering a complete muscle workout: shoulders and upper back; biceps, triceps, and forearms; chest abdominals and lower back; legs and hips: flexibility in general Specific applications for Pilates, weight training, stretching, and aerobic exercise Mat workout routines Admitted couch potatoes can start at the beginning; fitness fanatics can jump right in and integrate the exercise ball into their routines. "Exercise Balls For Dummies" was written by LaReine Chabut, a fitness model, actress, and writer who owns a women's workout spa and stars in workout videos. Of course, she makes it look easy

Senior Fitness: Easy Does It! - $19.99 Designed specifically for the elderly, this no-impact exercise program encourages improvement of flexibility, balance, strength, posture, and cardiovascular health. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

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Beating the Senior Blues $8.07 If you are an older adult who suffers from bouts of depression, use this book to learn how to set goals for feeling better physically with good nutrition and exercise habits. Put the book's techniques into practice to enrich the practical aspects your daily life like shopping, getting around, and socializing. Evaluate available medication options that address your feelings of depression and anxiety. Throughout, find great advice for making important social connections, building self-esteem, overcoming grief and sadness, and finding joy in life again.

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Senior Fitness By Heidrich, Ruth E. $24.44 Author: Heidrich, Ruth E. Subtitle: The Diet and Exercise Program For Maximum Health and Longevity Publication Date: 2005/05/05 Number of Pages: 219 Binding Type: Paperback Language: English Depth: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Height: 9.00

Exercise Guide to Better Golf (book) $12.95 Exercise Guide to Better Golf shows you how to perform the same muscle-strengthening and flexibility exercises top golfers on the PGA and Senior PGA tours use to get in shape and stay on top of their game. All of the exercises are easy to learn and have been designed specifically for golfers by Centinela Hospital Medical Center official hospital of the PGA Tour and Senior PGA Tour. The book includes more than 70 photos of pros like Fred Couples, Gary Player, Payne Stewart, and Bernhard Langer demonstrating correct exercise technique. Featured are two easy-to-follow workout routines for stretching and strengthening, which you can either use as is or select individual exercises to design a program that fits your specific needs. Whether you're a scratch golfer or a determined duffer, the exercises in this book can provide you with these benefits: Greater flexibility and mobility in your swing Improved muscle endurance for better performance on the back nine Enhanced body tone and weight maintenance to help you feel better about yourself and your game A better-conditioned body that is less prone to aches, pains, and injuries An increased enjoyment of the game Exercise Guide to Better Golf also contains a chapter on exercises to use on the first tee with instructions for proper warming up before playing a round of golf. Plus, the book provides useful information on how to improve your cardiovascular endurance, helpful tips for reducing golf-related injuries, and basic guidelines for safeguarding your back. You'll also appreciate the book's handy, tear-out Exercise Reminder Cards, which summarize the exercises in each workout routine. You can tape the cards to your workout room wall and they're great to take along with you when you travel. Take a lesson from some of golf's most successful pros and get Exercise Guide to Better Golf. Get in shape so you can give golf your best shot every time you're on the course. AUDIENCE Reference for golf players, instructors or coaches WORDS OF PRAISE "This unique book offers a golf-specific exercise program which all golfers can follow to lower the risk of injury, increase their enjoyment of the game, and possibly improve their performance." Tom Kite Professional golfer, #2 All-time money-winner on the PGA Tour "When I first started playing golf, it was thought that nothing mattered in golf except hitting golf balls. Modern research has changed that. I wish I'd done this exercising all my life." Dave Stockton P

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