by Mary G.
Member since:
July 26, 2006

The Wii Fit

January 24, 2009 03:58 PM UTC (Updated: January 24, 2009 04:06 PM UTC)
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I'm looking for some help, as my balance is off a lot.  Any suggestions for exercises that would help the most.  My BMI is going up after exercising not down.  I'm beginning to wonder how I ever learned to ride a bicycle.

I'm feeling more out of shape then I thought possible.  The good news my stepping is improving and I am doing well at breathing.  Any advice welcome.  Working on losing 1 pound a week to help get to the right weight.

Comments: 18

DIANE D. Jan 24, 2009, 4:01pm UTC
Wish I could help~
Robin G. Jan 24, 2009, 4:05pm UTC
Fishmomma, your true bmi is probably not going up after exercise. Not only does muscle weigh more than fat, but your muscles can actually swell after use. You are also more likely to hydrate yourself more. Keep it up, it will come off.
Elaine S. Jan 24, 2009, 4:06pm UTC
No help here

Just keep going
Carol B Jan 24, 2009, 4:07pm UTC
That happens to me with the Wii fit also. Keep at it.
Vikki M. Jan 24, 2009, 4:23pm UTC
My balance is horrible too! My Wii Fit keeps telling me that I'm "unbalanced". LOL And asks if I have trouble walking. LOL. It amuses me, but I keep on doing it as much as I can.
Laurie R. Jan 24, 2009, 4:36pm UTC
My friend had problems with her Wii Fit at first too I guess. I don't have it. Now she loves it and has lost 15 lbs. I want the Wii but my son and husband want Playstation 3 when we get our taxes back.
Patrick C. Jan 24, 2009, 4:51pm UTC
Just curious, are you combining your Wii Fit with your regular exercise (as a supplemental) or is this part of a new program to start here?
Rebecca P. Jan 24, 2009, 5:05pm UTC
Muscle weighs more than fat so that's probably why it's weighing you as more. For balancing, I had a lot of trouble with it. Then, four years ago I began taking martial arts and learned to balance myself. Try balancing on one foot and doing various exercises that require movement and balance. You'll get there!
Mary G. Jan 24, 2009, 5:17pm UTC
This is a new program, as my old one wasn't working. I lost weight, but clearly walking and lifting weights wasn't the answer. Thanks everyone for your help and my husband told me I'm building more muscle.
Tammy S. Jan 24, 2009, 9:37pm UTC
Helping you from ViewsRUS.
Corey B. Jan 25, 2009, 12:19am UTC
I'm another unbalanced Wii-er. You'll get better I promise!!!
Kim M. Jan 25, 2009, 11:26am UTC
sorry I don't have a wii fit.
Debra H. Jan 25, 2009, 1:11pm UTC
Try going to a YWCA or local pool that offers exercise classes in the pool. It makes balancing much easier and if you do fall the water prevents injury.
Sandra L. Jan 26, 2009, 12:15am UTC
I would love to have one of these.
Nora D. Jan 26, 2009, 12:18am UTC
Gosh, I've had a Wii Fit for several months, but it's still in the box....LOL! I just gotta get it out and start working out on it!!!!!
Carol V. Jan 26, 2009, 9:12pm UTC
I think that my balance improved a little after doing some of the balance games - the penquin one is fun. When you unlock the Lotus - you sit as still as you can on the board and try to keep the candle lit.

Some of the yoga exercises helped too - have a friend or family member or a chair help with your balance on the yoga exercises.

Enjoy your Wii!!!
Sandra L. Jan 30, 2009, 12:34am UTC
Did you get your Pier One card yet?
Amy just hangin' out M. Feb 15, 2009, 5:34pm UTC
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