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May 15, 2008, 08:38 AM
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I'm not much into playing video games etc, but I thought that having a Wii would be a good way to get me off my lazy arse and move a bit.
 Well it certainly does that and today, I'm feeling muscles I haven't felt in years....LOL. I think this is going to change me physically..it won't get me to loose lots of weight, but it sure will help to get me moving again...and that's the important thing! It's easy to use....it's fun and if you are a competitive soul as I am, it's a blast to play against an oppenent. Yep, I do think this game console was a good investment!  sabby |
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#2
May 15, 2008, 09:54 AM
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I love wii's!
Even though Im rubbish at things like that just becareful you dont get too over enthusiastic and break a window or something! (yes, its happened!) have fun babyg xXx
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May 15, 2008, 10:21 AM
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hubby and I want one of those! I have seen a couple of games I think I might could actually do! lol walmart was always out of them! have fun hon!
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May 15, 2008, 10:27 AM
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I have a wii and I love it. I really like to play tennis put I usually get a little carried away and end up sore for days, have fun and do be careful not to overdo it.
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May 15, 2008, 10:55 AM
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are you going to get a wii fit as well ?
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May 15, 2008, 11:27 AM
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Yes, katheryn....that was the big decider for me to buy the Wii to begin with
 It's good I get a chance to practice and get moving before the Wii Fit comes out so I'm not putting myself into an early grave I'm really looking forward to it!sabby |
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May 15, 2008, 11:37 AM
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Oh I'm so jealous!! I want one too, and yes, especially for the Wii Fit. Our next-door-neighbor has a Wii and it was so fun to play some of those games.
But it's too expensive, and most stores in my area are out of stock...like permanently out-of-stock! |
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May 15, 2008, 11:44 AM
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Yes, the cost was high, and I had to rationalize spending the money on something that I normally would never bother with.
I ordered mine online. I noticed all the stores were out of stock and I found a place that shipped it next day to me. It's not the most basic model...but not the most expensive one either. The bowling game is a fav of mine as I used to bowl in 3 leagues a week years ago and loved it. I feel all the muscles from playing about 6 games yesterday....but it was just so much fun sabby |
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#9
May 15, 2008, 12:07 PM
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Wii or PS2,which is better?
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May 15, 2008, 01:26 PM
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the wii fit is on sale here but all shops are out of stock we are looking to buy one later this year when finaces allow
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May 15, 2008, 05:41 PM
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Behindthemoon, I have no idea which one is better. I have never played on a PS2 before. About the only thing I can say is that the games I received with the Wii, they are pretty basic...not much in the line of graphics as in some of the games for the PS2 etc. I am not a gamer in that sense of the word. I only got the Wii, to get me off my duff and move
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May 15, 2008, 05:42 PM
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I hope you can get the money for the Wii Fit soon! If you get it before me, please let me know what you think of it!
sabby |
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May 15, 2008, 06:07 PM
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if thats a big word but i will let you know when i managee to get one
i am thinking that it will help me get of my rear too, i played games on ps2 and yes the graphiics are diferant but you dont move as much with a ps2
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May 15, 2008, 07:40 PM
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The Wii is newer and packs a processor roughly 3X the power of PS2, plus it has full motion sensing controls. The PS2 is roughly half the price and is easily obtainable. As for which is better is all a matter of what games you like and how you like to play them.
PS2 has an enormous library of titles across all genres ranging from kiddy to hardcore and it also has a built in DVD player with prog scan. Wii does not play movies in any format. The Wiis set up allows for more physically active gaming, but not everybody wants to waive a stick arround for hours on end. Again ITS PERSONAL PREFERANCE I myself have a PS3, yes its expensive, but some of the games simply astonishing in terms of visuals and sound. PS3 is slighty ahead of 360 in graphics and crushes Wii in that area, but again the PS3 is much more expensive and really needs a good HD set up with HDMI to get the full effect My Rig: PS3 60 gig HDMI Video and Optical audio cables 42 inch 1080p LCD TV 1200 watt 7.1 SS wireless home theatre with Koss speakers 2 Sixaxis Controllers and A comfortable Chair Both PS2 and Wii are great choices, go to your game stop and try them out for yourself. Have fun with whichever you pick! TJ |
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May 15, 2008, 07:50 PM
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The Wii is fun and I am also very competitive. I worked up a sweat playing and I also stretched out muscles I never used before in a long time. I too think it is a great way to get going and it is also a great way to connect with your family and friends. It is a fun thing to do.
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May 15, 2008, 07:56 PM
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Well Tim...ya lost me by the 2nd line of your post
I can tell you are into all that electronic stuff....me...I'm just a simple woman and as long as I know how to turn the Wii on and play the games, I'm a happy camper! LOL Sounds like you have quite the setup going there....I'm sure it gives you plenty of relaxation and fun sabby |
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May 15, 2008, 07:57 PM
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You are so right about fun times with the family and that competitive edge......what's your high score for bowling?????
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May 15, 2008, 08:20 PM
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LOL you have to watch me I get carried away, I am such a nerd!
I am glad you are enjoying your wii, just make sure to keep those wrist straps tight LOL |
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May 15, 2008, 08:23 PM
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I want ooooooone....can you hear the whining?! I have wanted one for soooo long. Maybe I should take some of my tax money and put it towards one. I really want it for the physicality of it. I mean, how it makes you want to move. I just love video games, but have no motivation to do anything else, so I am fat! I just know it would help me to lose the weight....
Gotta save up....gotta save up!!!
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May 15, 2008, 08:27 PM
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I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO not Wii material
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May 15, 2008, 08:34 PM
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LOL Tim....I'll just bet you get carried away
Yes, I make sure to keep the straps tight and I always use the sleeve too so it doesn't go flying out of my hand Grace is NOT my middle name
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May 15, 2008, 08:35 PM
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((((((((((( BJ ))))))))))))) I hope you can save up and get one...I really think you will enjoy it tremendously. I'm all for getting up and moving! WoooooooooooooHoooooooooo!!
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May 15, 2008, 08:36 PM
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Awwwwwwww Sky.....if you can flick your wrist....you can still play it!! You can cheat and not do the physical movements....it's all good
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May 15, 2008, 08:50 PM
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Can't flick anything but mosquitoes
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May 20, 2008, 12:03 AM
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Cool sabby! I finally was able to get online. Do you have Mario Kart Wii? If so we could play online together!
I plan on getting a wii fit, except I can't do anything physical for a month... ah well gives me a chance to save up for it. |
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