Aug 31 2008
Mobile Gadgets - Wii could qualify
2008-08-31 20:53:16Wii Sport and Wii Fit have eluded me until today. While visiting over this holiday weekend I had the chance to try the Wii. I used to think that the Wii was rather elementary (due to the graphics) but I must say that it can kick butt.
I never thought of the Wii as a mobile gadget but it is somewhat portable. There are carrying bags for the different components so all you need is a TV to plug it into. The Wii would be a fun item to travel with. Exercise and fun could be had in a hotel room or at a friend’s house.
Bowling is my best game. I beat my apponent handily. I am not a regular in the local bowling alley and in fact I have not bowled a game in several years. I was rather pleased with myself once I learned to compensate for my wild curve ball. The adjustments were easy to make and they seemed pretty accurate so I ended up pretty pleased with my game.
Baseball was my worst sport. I am a great pitcher so the opponent made several home runs. The score was embarrassing.
Tennis was fun. I came close to winning 3 out of 3 matches but only made it as far as 2 out of 3 matches. Tennis was nearly as fun as bowling and was quite a bit more intense.
Snow skiing was the next sport I tried. I have been snow skiing before but I have not raced. The Wii does not give you any breaks and like I said the balancing is intense. Wii skiing is a fast downhill run and requires quick reactions to stay between the red and blue flags. It is rather disheartening when you get to the finish line and your character just hangs their head in shame.
I consider myself to be in pretty good shape. I jog a couple of miles per day and walk another mile afterwards. My weight is well within normal range for my height. The Wii confirmed it. My BMI tested in the normal range and my Wii age was acceptable. Believe me when I say that the balancing tests are not easy.
My mind has been changed towards the Wii. It is intense enough to give you a great workout. It makes you aware of your fitness level and improves your balance. I still am not a fan of the graphics. Overall I think that if used regularly the Wii is worth the price.
