Nintendo Fitness Game Great for Seniors
Nintendo’s U.S. debut of the Wii Fit system proves to be a great
exercise option for seniors. The Wii Fit system offers 40 “games” in the
categories of yoga, aerobics, balance and strength training, a very well
balanced menu of cross-training activities. Dr. Bryant Stamford,
director of the University of Kentucky’s Health Promotion and Wellness
Center believes a cross-training exercise program is perfect for
seniors because - done in moderation - it can help minimize injuries
and enhance well-being by creating a more well-rounded exercise
regime.
Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak, author of 5-factor Fitness attended
Nintendo’s launch event. Seeing the Wii Fit in use, he is convinced it is
a tremendous tool to prolong an active lifestyle for people of all ages,
including seniors. “I got beaten by both a 9-year-old and a 72-year-old
at hula hoping.” He does caution that individuals should always check
with a doctor before beginning any new exercise program.
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) conducted a study of the Wii
Fit system and concluded that all participants showed “a marked
increase in exercise intensity and burned a similar number of calories
as they would if they were participating in other forms of aerobic
activity.”
The Wii Fit and balance board retails at $89.99 and is available at many
retail outlets and online retailers across the country.
exercise option for seniors. The Wii Fit system offers 40 “games” in the
categories of yoga, aerobics, balance and strength training, a very well
balanced menu of cross-training activities. Dr. Bryant Stamford,
director of the University of Kentucky’s Health Promotion and Wellness
Center believes a cross-training exercise program is perfect for
seniors because - done in moderation - it can help minimize injuries
and enhance well-being by creating a more well-rounded exercise
regime.
Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak, author of 5-factor Fitness attended
Nintendo’s launch event. Seeing the Wii Fit in use, he is convinced it is
a tremendous tool to prolong an active lifestyle for people of all ages,
including seniors. “I got beaten by both a 9-year-old and a 72-year-old
at hula hoping.” He does caution that individuals should always check
with a doctor before beginning any new exercise program.
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) conducted a study of the Wii
Fit system and concluded that all participants showed “a marked
increase in exercise intensity and burned a similar number of calories
as they would if they were participating in other forms of aerobic
activity.”
The Wii Fit and balance board retails at $89.99 and is available at many
retail outlets and online retailers across the country.
May 19th, 2008
Denise Mann
WebMD Medical News
Denise Mann
WebMD Medical News
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