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from Philadelphia
This game provides a great workout. There are instructional workouts that you must complete before starting the regular workouts, so you'll have a good idea how to do the moves.
The main workouts can be set by the game or chosen by you. There are warm-up ones as well as long workouts. The game has multiple workout levels and various difficulties at each level. The long workouts are broken up into two segments to allow you to get a drink of water, which you'll probably need.
The workout moves are pretty good. As you get to the more advanced workouts, you'll start sweating and will feel the effects of the workout.
Other advantages - you can pick your workout music (dance-type versions of songs). There are many to choose from. You can also change the volume of background music compared to the instructors voice, which is great as you get more advanced. You don't have to listen to the instructions if you don't want to.
You can use the Wii balance board, but only with certain activities. I prefer the ones without the board. You should have two Wii remotes (not remote + nunchuck).
Overall, a great game and worth buying!
What's great about it: Great workouts, variety, options
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I am in my middle 50's and am somewhat out of shape. This program is easy to learn and has me sweating and feeling many unused muscles, however it has me wanting to continue to use it. I have not gotten bored. This is great if you are looking for a good workout. I like that the Wii Fit Board can be used but you don't need to use it.
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from Appleton, WI
This Game is a lot of fun.. it make working out fun without making you feel like you can not do anything!
also the comment/review about the balance board not picking up things is false. make sure you check batteries in the board and also playing it on carpeting will make it a lot less accurate. try in on a more wood like surface!! =] also make sure you have the board faced the right way..my friends always use it backwards just a hint...
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from KY
I bought this game after buying the Wii Fit as an additional weight loss tool. I'm addicted. If you like boxing you'll love this game. I didn't know that the game was mostly boxing when I bought it and wondered how I'd like it. I got right in there and love learning all the moves. As a 35 year old female I love the workouts they give you form easy, medium and hardcore. You can unlock games other than boxing like jump rope, log cutting, stomach exercises, squats, dodging, hitting the bag, etc. It only took me a week to unlock all of the other workouts. There is an examination and shape boxing which goes up in skill level. The people who couldn't figure out the jump rope and other balance board activites, just need a little patience and good listening. It shows you how do to everything. You can unlock different trainers and clothes you can buy with your points. You can also change clothes on the trainers along with music you get for doing any of the workouts. There are 3 different areas to box from the gym to the forest to the beach.
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from Waterbury, VT
I read the reviews on this before I purchased it, and that's what really made me want to buy! I brought it home, and figured I could stay in my work clothes and test it out! About 5 minutes into it, it was quite apparent that I needed to put some different clothes on. It's a real work-out! After about 45 minutes of Shape Boxing, I was sweating uncontrollably and couldnt believe how hard I had worked, considering it was a TON of fun! I recommend this to anyone that is looking for a work out at home...it beats home workout video's by a mile...I think the best part is it doesnt require a wii fit balance board. It's great! If your thinking about buying...I definitely recommend this! It's a game, with great results...
What's great about it: Great Price - No Fit Balance Board Requried!
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from huntington, wv
i bought this game based upon the reviews i'd read. i recently purchased wii fit and love it and found that the boxing part of it was my favorite. when i noticed this game was basically all boxing i was excited but didnt know if it'd be that fun. as soon as i got home i tried it out and loved it! within 10 min i was working up a good sweat and my calves were burning. it seems a little fast paced when you start but once you get the steps down its easy. ive used it almost every day for the last week and can feel it already. definately worth the money!
What's great about it: easy to create profile and start
What's not so great: a little fast paced for newbies
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from Minneapolis, MN
I loved the boxing on the Wii Fit so this appealed to me. Now I am addicted and have almost abandoned the Wi fit for Gold's Gym. I'm a 62 year old grandmother. I can't wait to do this every day. The variety keeps me interested - choose a trainer, new outfits, music, and a setting. It tells you what percentage you've accomplished as you go, You can pick your workout or one will be provided. It's so upbeat. When I finish a Shape Boxing session it gives me a workout age - most often iit says I'm in my 20's. Sweet. You punch a daily calendar - if you get over 1000 punches it will give you a "great" for the day. That's my goal. Not too sure about the old knees for the ducking and weaving but I've only had it a month so we'll see. Recently purchased the boxing gloves that hold the controllers - they are frosting on the cake. Go for it.
What's great about it: Variety and Feeling of Accomplishment
What's not so great: It's not a game to play with anyone else
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from Woodbridge, VA
This game is awesome and fun. Very motivating also. I purchased this cardio workout and can't get enough of the Wii. A six minute session had be bursting in sweat.