So that was that, we decided to get a Wii. And then when I found a job earlier than planned and got here in October instead of January, we decided that the Wii purchase should come prior to Thanksgiving. This way I wouldn’t miss being with my family on Thanksgiving because I could just play the Wii instead. Okay—so this concept is a little ridiculous, and don’t worry family, you can’t really be replaced by a video game. I am just telling myself this to feel better about missing Turkey Day in Battle Ground.
A week or so ago we decided that if we ever saw a Wii in the store than we’d just buy it since they aren’t always in stock. That day was Sunday. We went to Lowes to get more paint for the house and decided to swing by Target for a few things. Turns out they had Wiis in stock (Sundays are the best day to find them) and were having a special on games. Without hesitation, Matt and I made the big purchase. A wii, several extra remotes, 3 games and a recharging station later, we have a whole Wii set-up (and a hefty price tag).
It has been great fun so far. Turns out I’m rotten at video games and Matt is pretty good. This frustrates the competitor in me, but I think I’ll catch on soon (I really hope!). I’m convinced that it is also a good purchase to help me get in “wedding shape.” I’m not dieting or on any sort of fitness plan for the wedding, I just want to improve the look of my arms. Ideally I will have toned hot arms to show off. In comes the Wii! It might not be doing THAT much, but it certainly can’t hurt. And maybe it’s just from painting all weekend, but my arms and shoulders are actually sore!
According to this article, Wii activities really can result in weight loss! (Sorry if the link doesn't work, it was earlier today but isn't right now...in a nutshell, this guy did 30 minutes of Wii every day for 6 weeks and went from 180 lbs to 171 lbs withouth changing any other aspects of his eating/exercise regimen)It may be a bunch of hogwash, but I’m choosing to believe it! (But I won’t be replacing my workouts with Wii games just yet.) Once we get the Wii fit, look out!!
(PS-Isn't hogwash a fun term? I'm glad I got to throw it in the mix!)
4 comments:
I think it is HOGWASH that you would even think about replacing us with a Wii! We were talking about getting a Wii last night- you'll have to give us your feedback. Keep practicing so you can crush Matt one of these days- we are cheering for you!
um, won't that just tone ONE of your arms? you better monitor that.
Have fun with the Wii!
You probably should know the term is "HOAGWASH" in our family. Look forward to some Wii bowling and baseball when we get together.
Don't worry all, I won't have only one toned arm. With the running, boxing, racing games you use the Wii remote and numchuck at the same time so both arms are in use. And Matt and I are even mixing things up and doing left-handed bowling!
Mike--I love the Hoagwash term. Next time Matt is being melodramatic I'm going to tell him that it's all hoagwash!
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