Get/Keep Moving 2011

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I do like wii fit plus. You can customize a strength training/yoga routine if you want which is nice, and there are lots of fun games the kids can play too. My kids like Wii Sports Resort a lot--it is not really a "fitness" game though--lots of sports but not really a good "workout" game.

I tried the EA Sports Active game and did not like it. It is super sensitive to the position of the Wii mote which I found really frustrating. I do like Just Dance. We don't own it but friends do. I have heard good things about the Zumba games, etc. I would check online on Amazon for reviews. I am interested in maybe getting a Biggest Loser game at some point to see how that goes.

Otherwise, I do like Jillian Michaels' videos. They are good workouts.

The hardest thing for me with not having the gym membership is that no one is getting me going except me. If I talk myself out if it, then it doesn't get done. The Wii fit will hassle you if you don't log on every day which sort of helps. But sometimes I just wish that dh or someone was on board with me. =) Anyway, that's why I'm on this thread! So, keep me posted and I'll do my best to push you harder!

If you are just starting out and aren't in great shape, your first goal is going to be working on strength and keeping your heart rate in the right range when you exercise so you get the full benefit. So, once you figure out what you want to try, see how your HR is, and if it is not high enough you can try adding hand weights, free weights, or a weighted vest to make it harder on your body. Anyway, just let us know what you decide to do! Good luck!

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Friday--60 minutes Wii Running
Saturday--JM video