Wii Caved
We finally joined the rest of the western world and got a Wii (secondhand from a friend) and for the last couple days, I’ve been slowly (because mah mad technonerd skillz apparently don’t extend to video games of any kind and my kids can attest to this) learning how to get around in and use it.
I’ve decided I really like Wii tennis. You get the satisfaction of wacking a ball, which I’ve always loved, but without all the sweat and sun, both of which I hate. My fair skin can’t take the blazing Florida sun and well, I think two words will sum up why I hate perspiring — BOOB SWEAT. While I wasn’t blessed with abundance in that department, I got way more than my fair share of sweat glands in that area. Well, actually, I don’t know if that’s true because I don’t ask other women about boob sweat but if that sweaty line that appears on my shirts, just below my bra, is any indicator… Um, let’s just say I hate sweating and leave it at that.
I also love Wii boxing. I never knew beating the crap out of a fake and not very human-looking person could be so elating, so…satisfying. Apparently, I have a lot of aggression to get out. Or maybe I just like boxing? Regardless, knocking out my two dimensional opponents has brought me a sick amount of joy these past two days.
Today, I finally ventured into Wii Fit territory. Apparently, I’m the most unbalanced person to ever walk the earth. The damn thing asked me if I fall down a lot when walking, which I DO NOT, thankyouverymuch!
Actually, like most people, I have one leg slightly longer than the other. Except it’s slightly more than just slightly. Apparently, the Wii doesn’t know that humans are rarely perfectly symmetrical. Nonetheless, I seem to have made it this far in life with my supposedly poor balance and compensate just fine. And I’m still mad about that falling remark, Nintendo!
The upside is that I’m in a normal weight range. The downside? I’ve gained three pounds since my last doctor’s appt in December. Looks like the Wii and I will be spending a lot more time together as I set my “goal” to lose 5 lbs. in two weeks.
I’m embarrassed to admit that after falling asleep with my son tonight for about 4 hours, I woke up to soreness in muscles I didn’t even know I had. Gah. No wonder I hate exercise. Where’s mah Aleve?
The first time we played Wii tennis my hubby and I were barely able to function the next day! That hurts the pride as well as the muscles. :) Also, I have a longer leg too. It is super annoying!
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We have no Wii. It’s tragic.
I have, however, seen it in action and I don’t get it. For me, the whole appeal of video games (or anything connected to the tv) is that it’s sedentary. I want my ass on the couch, immovable, and Wii has destroyed the paradigm.
By the way, we frequently play real tennis. Boob sweat is not a problem for me, but ass sweat? Lordy, lordy that’s a dreadful thing.
My in-laws have succumbed to the temptation of the Wii, or at least while they were here visiting. They got hooked on playing bowling with my kids. I won’t be surprised of they go and buy one for themselves now. My kids would be thrilled!
Yes, the Wii has a way of reminding you where your muscles are. It’s a bitch, isn’t it?
Ooh! I love Wii boxing!! It’s so addicting to beat the crap out of those little 2-D guys right?
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My wife now refuses to play Wii tennis with me. Says I’m too good and it’s frustrating. My 3 3/4-year old only wants to play boxing, and insists I let him win, which I do about half the time. Seems to keep him interested enough to keep going. I hear good things about the new Punch Out for Wii - more advanced boxing, perhaps?
Hubs asks all the time why I would wear a bra inside the house.
Also, I was very sore from the BOWLING. I’m not going to tell you how old I am.
Hubs asks all the time why I would wear a bra inside the house.
Also, I was very sore from the BOWLING. I’m not going to tell you how old I am.
Hubs asks all the time why I would wear a bra inside the house.
Also, I was very sore from the BOWLING. I’m not going to tell you how old I am.
Hubs asks all the time why I would wear a bra inside the house.
Also, I was very sore from the BOWLING. I’m not going to tell you how old I am.
You are so right about the tennis and boxing. And bowling without the stinky, used shoes too!
As a native video gamer, I love the Wii for helping to lower the barrier to entry for lots more people to get into video games, so welcome to the wonderful world of owning a gaming platform. You’ll be a naturalized citizen soon enough. :)
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Oh GIRL!! We need to get together and bowl before I go…and I mean like NOW!!!
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Thanks to the lovely picture in my mind of my boobs flopping every which way, I’ve decided to stick to Guitar Hero and Rock Band. I may not have a tone stomach or arms, but my upper arms will be killer from all the drumming. And the biggest plus, no boob sweat.
Thank you for reminding me! I need to stop neglecting my Wii!
I like the golf and some of the fitness games!:)
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Be careful! The NY Times says people are getting hurt!
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/21/health/21wii.html
Boob sweat is the worst kind of sweat. I don’t care if my pits show I’m dripping through my shirt, just make sure the talc keeps the boob sweat at bay.
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We had the same problem with Wii Bowling my wife and I felt so lame the next day when we finally figured out why we were all sore. How sad !! and we go to the gym.
Wii Boxing is awesome. You can even change the avatars to look like your sworn enemies. Until you’ve punched Bill O’Reilly in the face you’re just not living.
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If you love Wii Sports you would LOVE Playground games. Me and the kids can spend hours playing dodgeball and kicks. It’s fun. Really.
PS There might be boobsweat. Just sayin’.;)
Nate constantly makes fun of me for my morning-after Wii soreness, that’s how out of shape I am.
Even Mario Kart. Now that’s bad.
I don’t mind triceps having their own day, you could also build in some shoulder work at the same time. You need to allow more time for rest, rather than just Sunday, your muscles grow during recovery. Also, doing fewer than 8 reps with heavier weights is pretty great for mass-building.
Unfortunately I Love Love my wii fit….!!! Thanks for sharing yours by the way..
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Oooooh really? I’m ALL OVER some advanced boxing. Not that I’m advanced YET…but I will be!
It IS addicting. I think in this high stress world we live in, we just don’t have enough opportunities to get our aggressions out. Kind of reminds me of Michael Douglas’ character in the movie “Falling Down.” Dude definitely needed some Wii Boxing!
Ass sweat…lol I think my ass and my feet are the only two places I don’t sweat much. Apparently, all those sweat glands ended up on my chest and forehead. Blech!!!!!
It IS annoying, isn’t it? Do you ever notice your thighs don’t get sore symettrically either? So weird!
We’re getting the snowboarding game next. Can’t wait for that one!