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spookyzombie 26 Apr 2008 14:30:47 845 posts
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I guess eventually. I was just wondering if there was anyway of unlocking stuff. I can't find a guide anywhere. I think I'm missing the whole point of Wii Fit aren't I?

turbohat 26 Apr 2008 14:36:32 129 posts
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I thought I'd opt for the female trainer, thought her voice would be more soothing (like the female SatNav voices), what I wasn't expecting is how weird the shape and position of her breasts are, most off-putting!

worstcase 26 Apr 2008 16:22:36 13 posts
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This game/concept is so cool. The playfulness and seriousness are quite perfectly balanced I think. Anyone else hope that this is going to be HUUUUGE around the world? Although I guess it already is...Really addictive way to get yourself in a better shape.

JetSetWilly 26 Apr 2008 16:48:47 5,720 posts
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What this is really missing is some structure to the routine. I want it to present me with a variety of canned programs that make me go through certain bits and which offer varying types of workout accordingly. Or even the ability to make and save your own types of workout routines built from the activities available.

It's all nicely done, but it does feel a bit staccato: "Right, done that one - what next, err maybe this? No, this - hmm, don't fancy that". So you don't really get into much of a rhythm.

thiswaynow 26 Apr 2008 16:54:20 278 posts
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JetSetWilly wrote:
What this is really missing is some structure to the routine. I want it to present me with a variety of canned programs that make me go through certain bits and which offer varying types of workout accordingly. Or even the ability to make and save your own types of workout routines built from the activities available.

It's all nicely done, but it does feel a bit staccato: "Right, done that one - what next, err maybe this? No, this - hmm, don't fancy that". So you don't really get into much of a rhythm.

I guess the Favourites will become that if you do the same set of activities regularly (it stores 10 most used I think?). Not really the same as a personal trainer, I know, but at least a quick way to get the the most used set of exercises.

Dan234 26 Apr 2008 18:37:49 2,255 posts
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I've gotten into a habit of warming up with the aerobic section (steps, jogging, hoola hoops), then a bit of yoga, then alternating between workout and yoga, and ending with the balance section and the test.

DaisyD 26 Apr 2008 18:58:07 11,816 posts
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Popped into town earlier and there were quite a few Wii Fits still available, although a few shops had sold out. Surprisingly the stores that were sold out were not the shops I'd have expected to be and not the shops you'd usual go to a get a game.

Pirotic Moderator 26 Apr 2008 19:00:50 20,645 posts
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It made my wii into a fatty... 0/10 worse than halo etc..

other than that, It's really rather good. Wasn't expecting the little balance board to become a character

Tzetrik 26 Apr 2008 19:05:56 311 posts
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Bleh, this was sold out in every shop in town today.

turbohat 26 Apr 2008 19:17:12 129 posts
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Most Argos stores seem to have stock (look at the online stock checker)

Tzetrik 26 Apr 2008 20:32:45 311 posts
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turbohat wrote:
Most Argos stores seem to have stock (look at the online stock checker)

Every one near me has no stock. Im not bothered, only wanted it for a laugh - nintendo are just crap at getting stock out.

spookyzombie 26 Apr 2008 21:13:46 845 posts
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JetSetWilly wrote:
What this is really missing is some structure to the routine. I want it to present me with a variety of canned programs that make me go through certain bits and which offer varying types of workout accordingly. Or even the ability to make and save your own types of workout routines built from the activities available.

It's all nicely done, but it does feel a bit staccato: "Right, done that one - what next, err maybe this? No, this - hmm, don't fancy that". So you don't really get into much of a rhythm.

Yeah - I'd agree with that. I thought that it'd have excerise programmes for you based on what you told it you wanted to achieve. You say you'd like to lose 3lb's within 1 month and it works out a fitness plan for you to stick to daily etc.

Ignatius_Cheese Moderator 27 Apr 2008 00:12:18 11,104 posts
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Just managed to get a cracking score on the Ski Jump. 329m! I'm well chuffed

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tardo 27 Apr 2008 09:56:47 261 posts
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how're folk doing at this?

I've unlocked all the balance games, apart from the last one- not quite sure what to do to open that one.

and i think i have two aerobics ones to open. I enjoy the boxing one, althouh I can't seem to get more than 2 stars on it- not sure what I'm doing wrong. Not punching hard enough? timing not perfect?

and something i found on the jogging on the hardest level - the island run- you can overtake your trainer chap when a dog goes rushing past, and then follow the dog instead. and then even follow another dog (or two?). Have only played it the once, and thought it was normal, but then saw a friend do the level normally, and run to a different area than i did. Not sure if my way was shorter or longer or what.

Benno 27 Apr 2008 10:44:04 11,854 posts
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wow this game is amazing, i am loving it

Sandbox 27 Apr 2008 10:58:00 365 posts
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struth! Good game, just watched someone pay �134 plus �22 postage on ebay for it - yipes!

spookyzombie 27 Apr 2008 11:32:14 845 posts
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I was going to get shot of mine at CEX today, but I can't find the item on their system at all. I know I'll probably only get about �45 trade from Gamestation and I'm betting that CEX's value would be a lot higher than that.

tardo 27 Apr 2008 11:52:05 261 posts
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Ha, I've just unlocked the final Balance game. It's, umm, interesting.

DaisyD 27 Apr 2008 13:41:01 11,816 posts
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Sandbox wrote:
struth! Good game, just watched someone pay �134 plus �22 postage on ebay for it - yipes!

Why, I don't know! It's pretty much available on the High Street still.

DaisyD 27 Apr 2008 13:42:18 11,816 posts
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spookyzombie wrote:
I was going to get shot of mine at CEX today, but I can't find the item on their system at all. I know I'll probably only get about �45 trade from Gamestation and I'm betting that CEX's value would be a lot higher than that.

Why? You can't have had it for more than a few days? Can't you just take it back?

jonsaan 27 Apr 2008 13:44:05 27,052 posts
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Has anyone else noticed the Mario on the bridge in free run?

Ready4Action 27 Apr 2008 14:47:38 522 posts
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jonsaan wrote:
Has anyone else noticed the Mario on the bridge in free run?

Look on page 26 of the manual. It shows you a map of the run routes and the symbols to look out for as you run.

jaffacake 27 Apr 2008 15:54:56 986 posts
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Am I the only one that aches like hell? My calves are killing

turbohat 27 Apr 2008 15:58:12 129 posts
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jaffacake wrote:
Am I the only one that aches like hell? My calves are killing

nope, me too. Did some "jackknives" last night and have sore stomach. Also shins hurting from too much jogging on the spot in bare feet

DaisyD 27 Apr 2008 16:01:36 11,816 posts
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I've decided to wear trainers in future for the running for that exact reason.

X201 27 Apr 2008 16:31:03 22,150 posts
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turbohat wrote:

jaffacake wrote:
Am I the only one that aches like hell? My calves are killing

nope, me too. Did some "jackknives" last night and have sore stomach.

Ditto the Jackknives, hope it's just from never having done exercise like that.

My upper body fitness is pants, my leg muscles are decent enough and I can walk over 2 miles up and down hills in 45 minutes, but my upper body has never had any attention, until now.

mothercruncher 27 Apr 2008 17:58:36 19,478 posts
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Completely agree about the missing training program aspect of this. Particularly given the titles target market of the weeny bit exercise challenged. It appears to be analysing you and comments on what you're good and bad at- why doesn't it then go on to suggest a program or two to help you improve in those areas?

mothercruncher 27 Apr 2008 17:59:23 19,478 posts
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Oh, yea- the ladies ta tas need major work for Wii Fit 2!

DaisyD 27 Apr 2008 19:32:59 11,816 posts
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mcmothercruncher wrote:
Completely agree about the missing training program aspect of this. Particularly given the titles target market of the weeny bit exercise challenged. It appears to be analysing you and comments on what you're good and bad at- why doesn't it then go on to suggest a program or two to help you improve in those areas?

Erm . . . . It does in Yoga at least. Said I was weak at something and doing more of the exercises that stretch my right side will help.

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