This Christmas, we finally caught up with the rest of the world and got a Wii.   Naturally, I went out and purchased the Wii Fit Plus, plugged it in and started playing!  First impression: awesome.  Here is how it works:

• Input your information and have your BMI calculated to find out where you stand on the healthy – obese scale as well as your “Wii Fit Age.”  Unfortunately, it will use your BMI to change your Mii avatar and either add a little pudge or keep it looking the same depending on how in-shape you are.
• Pick your Wii trainer - either a woman or man (I chose the woman)
• Using the “Wii Fit Routine” option (only on the Wii Fit Plus) build a routine using the Yoga or Strength Training exercises (mine is about 45 minutes long and burns about 175 calories).
• Play the aerobics games and Wii Fit Plus Training programs until your heart is content!

There are a couple features that make this game great for home fitness and family fun.

• The program keeps track of your BMI and weight each day that you play and keeps you aware of your body’s fluctuation in weight.
• With the “fit activity points” option, you can input any exercise that you complete outside of the game like a 30 minute run.
• The aerobics and training plus programs are engaging, fun and you really break a sweat!

I would recommend this program to anyone who is tired of their “Firm” tapes and Billy Bootcamp DVDs.  The Wii Fit Plus is a blast and after a month, I am still a faithful user.

PS – the obstacle course game is SO MUCH FUN!