Do You Use Wii For Cardio Exercise?


Updated 09/07/11 9:10 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Is the Wii a Good Form of Fitness?

Many people claim that Wii games like Just Dance offer sweaty, heart-pumping results. This weekend, I tried it out for myself. Using this heart calculator, I found my target cardio range should be between 98-146 beats per minute. After 30 minutes of dancing, my heart rate peaked at 120 bpm. I felt most of the work in my arms, and I did manage to break a sweat. While I did have a great time Read more

Workout Trends — Fad or Here to Stay?


Updated 07/08/11 9:01 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Fitness Trends

Going through the same workout routine can be boring, which is why new products and methods keep people motivated to get fit. However, with so many options, it's hard to anticipate which technique or method will stick around and influence gym workouts nationwide. Now's your chance to vote on the workout equipment you think is a fad versus the ones that you are convinced are here to stay. Read more

Motivating Social Games For Fitness Fun


Updated 11/09/10 2:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Games That Are Good For Your Health

Last week Harvard researchers released some depressing statistics about the future of obesity in the US, saying that close to half of us will be obese within the next 40 years. A large reason why, the study claimed, is because of our social networks redefining what is acceptable. If socializing with people who make unhealthy lifestyle choices can lead to a skewed view about obesity, then Read more

US Navy Recommending Wii Fit Training in Boot Camp


Updated 05/27/10 7:42 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

US Navy Will Begin Using Wii Fit in Boot Camp

As you may remember, I tried the Wii Fit for 30 days after its release. Although I did see some results, I don't think it was anything close to what G.I. Jane accomplished in boot camp. Nonetheless, the US Navy recently announced that they'll be adding games like Dance Dance Revolution and Wii Fit to the early stages of boot camp to prepare recruits for the rigors of what's to come. Apparently, Read more

Nintendo Gets American Heart Association's Seal of Approval


Updated 05/17/10 11:35 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

American Heart Association Endorses Wii Fit

We've proven to ourselves that the Wii Fit can help you shed pounds, but according to the American Heart Association, the gaming console can be good for your health in more ways than one. Both the American Heart Association and Nintendo announced their partnership today in NYC, which will bring about a new AHA-branded Wii console box, and an endorsement for Wii Fit, Wii Fit Plus, and Wii Sports Read more

Oh, My — Wii Balance Board Blamed For Sex Addiction


Updated 04/17/10 5:40 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

Wii Fit's Balance Board Blamed For Sex Addiction

We knew the Wii Fit's balance board is to blame for hours of fun, and maybe even some weight loss, but sex addiction? That's news to me! According to a report out of the UK, a 24-year-old woman recently took a tumble off of her balance board and damaged a nerve, which led to a diagnosis of "persistent sexual arousal syndrome," giving her sexual cravings up to 10 times a day. Thankfully, the Read more

Have You Ever Injured Yourself Playing Wii?


Updated 02/07/10 8:38 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Injuries Suffered From Playing Nintendo Wii

Sometimes getting healthy can be a dangerous thing, even when playing a video game. Being sore after an intense round of Wii bowling isn't too unusual, but a young girl recently suffered a foot fracture while playing Wiii Fit. Yowza! The 14-year-old girl fell off of the Wii balance board, probably while doing one of the yoga poses that requires a bit of balance from standing on one leg. If you're Read more

Just Released: Three Fitness Video Games For the Wii


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Fitness Video Games For the Wii

Confession: I love playing video games — I especially love them on the Wii because I get to move, jump, and shake myself into a tizzy. Three fitness games were released for the Wii this last week and even though it's not like doing the real deal outside, the games are a fun way to burn calories and whip your bod into shape. Nintendo Wii Fit Plus ($20)  Wii Fit Plus is Nintendo's follow-up to Read more

Daily Tech: Pentax's Latest Red-Hot, Affordable DSLR


Updated 09/22/09 1:13 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 4 comments

Daily Tech: Pentax's Latest Red-Hot, Affordable DSLR

Pentax's new K-x DSLR only costs $650 and it comes in white, black, or special-edition red and navy hues — CNET MySpace Music gets a new, interactive homepage with several new features — TechCrunch Pro baseball player Heath Bell was able to lose weight in the off-season thanks to Wii Fit — The Wall Street Journal You can now pick up a T-Mobile G1 for only $130 — CrunchGear Microsoft's Read more

Daily Tech: Wii Fit Plus to Be Available In the US on Oct.4


Updated 09/02/09 8:36 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 4 comments

Wii Fit Plus to Be Available in the US on Oct.4

The second installment to Wii Fit is coming to the US on Oct. 4 and will cost $99 for the bundle and $20 for just the game — CrunchGear The last installment of Grand Theft Auto IV entitled the Ballad of Gay Tony will become available for download on Oct. 29 — USA Today Pink and white DSis will go on sale starting Sept. 13 — Kotaku Canon officially announces their new $1700 18-megapixel Read more