Features

Overview: The Wii Fit for the Nintendo Wii Video Game Console combines video gaming and fitness in one product. It challenges your strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and movement. The ease of use and interactivity of the Wii Fit along with your Wii Remote and Nunchuk (provided with Wii Video Game System) allows for a unique fitness activity for your whole family. The Wii Fit is a combination of fitness and fun, designed for everyone, young and old. By playing Wii Fit a little every day, you, your friends, and your family can work towards personal goals of better health and fitness. The Wii Fit includes the Wii Fit CD-ROM, Wii Fit Balance Board, and four extension sensor feet.

Note: The Wii Fit requires a Nintendo Wii Video Game Console connected to a TV, Wii Remote and Nunchuk. Only one Wii Balance Board can be registered to a single Wii system, and a maximum of 10 balance board and Wii Remote combinations can be registered. You will navigate the menus of the Wii Fit primarily using your Wii Remote. During a Body Test and during Training, you will be mainly using the Wii Balance Board which comes with the Wii Fit.

Wii Balance Board: The Wii Balance Board accessory was created from the ground up to work with Wii Fit and your Nintendo Wii Video Game Console. The Wii Balance Board is wireless and features an IR transmitter which transmits an IR signal to your Wii Video Game Console's Sensor Bar and pressure sensitive sensor feet which calculates your body  movement. The Wii Balance Board will need to be synced with your Will Video Game console before it initial use. The Balance Board operates off of four "AA" batteries (not supplied). The Wii Balance Board t is an innovative peripheral for the Wii that is simple, fun, and it is a great way to get you off of the couch and exercising. The Wii Balance Board is more than just a scale; it can read your real-life movements and bring them to life on your TV screen, just like your Wii Remote controller. You can realistically snowboard down a mountain or walk a tight rope; it is just one more way to get into the action.

Note: Make sure that the Wii Remote can be used within 3 to 10 feet of the sensor bar when standing on the Wii Balance Board. Wii Balance Board foot extensions (included in the package) can be added to the Balance Sensor feet if it is being used on thick carpet. Please remove your shoes and socks and stand on the Wii Balance Board in your bare feet. The Balance Board has a maximum weight limit of 330 lbs.

Choose a Mii: You will need to choose a Mii from the selection of Miis saved on your Nintendo Wii Game Console System. Your Mii's appearance will change in size based on your actual weight recorded by the Wii Fit.

Calendar Screen: The Wii Fit features a monthly calendar screen. From the calendar screen, you can view your training calendar, check graphs, do a Body Test, or jump right into training. Today's date is highlighted in yellow. The days that you performed a Body Test are marked with a stamp. If you select a date with a stamp, you can see detailed information on the Body Test you took that day. The red flag represents the date that you set as your goal deadline.

Body Test: The Body Test in the Wii Fit is a short and simple set of activities used to gauge your body's performance. After choosing a Mii (a virtual caricature unique to Wii ) to represent you, use the Wii Balance Board to measure your center of balance, Body Mass Index (BMI), and body control. Based on these results, you can also determine your Wii Fit Age. The whole family can engage in the Body Test and compare their progress together. The Wii Fit works best if you perform a Body Test every day so you can chart your daily progress and compare it against previous results.

• Balance: The Body Test will begin simply by checking your center of balance. After stepping onto the Wii Balance Board with your feet spread equally apart, the Wii Fit will check the balance of your posture and your BMI (Body Mass Index). Once the measurement is complete, you will be able to see where your center of balance is located and what your BMI is currently.
• BMI/Weight: Your BMI, or Body Mass Index, is determined in Wii Fit by a formula comparing your weight and height. You will even be asked for variables such as the weight of your clothes, so Wii Fit can provide you with an accurate measurement. Once your BMI is displayed, you will have the option of seeing your weight as well, but that is completely up to you. In fact, you can even protect your information from other users with a private PIN number.
• Body Control: After discovering your BMI, you will then test your body control. Wii Fit measures your body control by using two randomly selected balance tests. Perform the tests by following the simple on-screen instructions and giving it your best shot. After completing these tests, you will be given your Wii Fit Age.
• Wii Fit Age: Your Wii Fit Age will be calculated based on your balance-test results, taking into consideration your actual age. Keep in mind: Your Wii Fit Age is only a measurement of your current performance, so if you are unhappy with it, you will have another opportunity to improve it the next time you play.
• Track Progress: Once you have completed the Body Test, you can stamp the calendar, so you can keep track of your activity. During your first and subsequent Body Tests, you will be asked if you would like to set a BMI goal for some point in the future which can be customized to fit your schedule.

Note:  The BMI categories (underweight, normal, overweight, and obese) displayed by Wii Fit may be overestimated for people who have a heavy or muscular build, and may be underestimated for people who have a lighter build, or who are older adults. For players under 20 years of age: The BMI assessment in Wii Fit is designed for adults, not for players between ages 2 and 19. However, players ages 2 - 19 can get a BMI measurement for informational use only.

Set Goals: When you first play The Wii Fit, you will be asked to set a goal for yourself concerning your BMI. You can set goals, including what time-frame, and where you would like to end up. Goals appear on the calendar and your graphs, so it is easy to visually see your progress as you approach your goals. You' will also receive feedback from Wii Fit, updating you and encouraging you towards meeting these goals.

Charting Progress: Check your daily progress in Wii Fit with easy-to-understand charts and graphs. The orange line you see in the center of the graph represents your BMI the first time you checked it. From then on, it is easy to tell how you have done since you started using the Wii Fit. You can also set goals, check your Wii Fit Age, and even enter exercise time you have done outside of Wii Fit.

Graph: The Wii Fit provides simple graphs detailing your progress in your BMI, weight, Wii Fit Age and Fit Credit, as well as a calendar to monitor your training and goals. You can compare the calendar and graphs with up to 8 people on the same Wii Fit game, so the whole family can get involved.

Training: Training is at the core of the Wii Fit. You can spend as much (or as little) time as you want trying out all of the 40+ activities the Wii Fit offers. Each game is designed to help you work your way to a more fit you. Depending on your preference, you can get a structured workout with an in-game personal trainer in Yoga or Strength Training, or for something faster paced and less structured you can try your hand at the Aerobics or Balance Game. The Wii Fit includes four training modes and more than 40 exercises and activities designed to help improve body balance and fitness.

• Yoga: The Wii Fit includes Yoga poses that tone muscles and improve posture. You get realistic training from an on-screen instructor who can detect how your performance is going. If you are shaking during a Yoga pose, the trainer might respond with helpful tips on how to calm down with deep breathing. The Wii Fit includes such Yoga poses at the Tree, Warrior, Half Moon, Sun Salutation, Downward Dog, Chair, Triangle, and more.
• Aerobic: The Wii Fit includes aerobic exercises that help you burn your body fat. If your BMI (Body Mass Index) is running a little high, the Wii Fit Aerobic work-outs are a great way to burn calories. The Aerobic workout section is full of exercises designed to help you tone your body. Here, you can place the Wii Remote controller in your pocket and go for a jog around a virtual island, while you wave to friendly Miss passing by. You can choose from aerobic exercises such a Hula Hoop, Basic Step, Advanced Step, Basic Run, Advanced Run, 2 People Run, and more.
• Strength: The Wii Fit includes strength training workouts to build and tone your muscles. Strength training is a great way to build and tone your muscles with Wii Fit. You will get one-on-one instructions from an on-screen trainer who can help guide you through the exercises. If your push-ups are a little shaky, you will receive breathing tips as well as advice on keeping a good pace; things that are difficult to notice when training alone. The Wii Fit includes such Strength exercises as Single Let Extensions, Torso Twists, Push-Up with Side Plank, Jack-Knife, Lunge, and more.
• Balance: The Wii Fit includes games that help develop your sense of balance, such as Soccer Heading, Ski Slalom, Ski Jump, or Table Title. Your center of balance, the point between your left and right sides when you are standing upright, has a lot to do with your health. Those without an even center of balance will be unnaturally compensating for this imbalance, which causes their posture to become misaligned, increasing the possibility of putting unnecessary strain on their body. Wii Fit can help you learn more about your balance, and give you tips on how to improve it.

Advanced Training: As you progress in training, it is only natural you will get better at the Wii Fit activities. When you reach certain benchmarks in training, new levels of difficulty will become available, increasing the number of options you have for your workout. Continuous training will also lead to receiving new tips on how to combine trainings. One example is combining the Warrior pose from Yoga with the Lunge from Strength Training.

Favorites: In addition to the standard four training modes, there is also a Favorites section included in the Wii Fit. In this section, you can select from a list of 10 activities you choose most often; it is different for each user.

Exercise Demos: All activities in the Yoga and Strength Training categories allow you to view a 3D model of your chosen exercise, as performed by a virtual trainer. You can even view it in real-time, from almost any angle and depth, until you completely understand the correct body movements and positions.

Feedback: During and after many of the Wii Fit training activities, you will gain important feedback on your performance. For example, during Yoga and Strength Training, you will receive detailed animations of where your center of balance is during your workout. Afterwards, based on your performance, you will receive personal feedback that can help you improve your following sessions. Understanding your balance during workouts is essential to a good training.

Personal Rankings: After every activity, you will l receive a star rating indicating how you performed along with your results. This is then compared to the other users who play Wii Fit, so you can see how the rest of your friends and family scored compared to you. If you are not satisfied with the rating you achieve, you can try as many times as you would like to improve your score.

Activity Log: Record the time you spend exercising outside of Wii Fit on the Fit Credits graph using the Activity Log. Simply select it from the menu and enter the amount of time you spent doing light, medium, or heavy exercise. When you start comparing your activity log and calendar to your graphs, you will see the positive affect your activity level has on your BMI.

Wii Fit Bank: As you do your daily training, you'll earn more Fit Credits that go into your Wii Fit Bank. As your Fit Credits add up, more activities will become available to you. To put it simply; the more you play, the more activities you will be able to do.

Wii Fit Channel: With Wii Fit, you can install a channel in the Wii Menu so that you can perform a Body Test and view your graph without having to insert the Wii Fit Game Disc. For example, if you happen to have the Wii Sports Game Disc in the Wii console, you can still check your weight via the Wii Fit Channel without switching game.

Trial Mode: Trial mode is available for anyone who wants to try out the Wii Fit, without the commitment of creating a new profile. You can quickly determine a new user's Wii Fit Age, or have them engage in one of 15 different fun exercises. Your friends can use Trial Mode if they want to try the Wii Fi.

User Settings: It is easy to change your User Settings on the Wii Fit.

• Edit Profile: Change your height, birth date, and set a password to protect your information from other users.
• Change Design: You can change the calendar color and stamp design.
• Change Trainer: Change the gender of your trainer.
• Delete User Data: In case you'd like to remove your info completely from Wii Fit.