After almost five months being unplugged I finally took the time to get the Wii (William as I call him) up and running again.
The big impetus came from the fact that my aunt, who is incredibly awesome by the way, got me the Biggest Loser Wii game for Christmas. I had kind of assumed it might be in the works when my cousin not-so-slyly asked me last week what I wanted for Christmas. Since George Clooney seemed out of reach, I told her about the BL game. But keep in mind people that we're supposed to keep Christmas in our hearts all year long, so, uh...if you snag George Clooney and want to pass him along...
This game will be interesting I think. I signed up today on the game for a 12-week program. The game creates a fitness program for you and each day when you log in it provides you with a set of exercises to do. The whole goal can be customized as well, whether you just want to stay fit, whether you want to lose a little weight or a lot. And the hardest part...you can pick your trainer! I sat for almost five minutes trying to figure out whether I wanted Bob's uplifting friendly guidance or Jillian's gut-check, she kind of scares me intimidation into action. I ultimately chose Bob because 1) gay men have never steered me wrong before (except in love and that's a whole different blog), and 2) I just didn't think I could handle being yelled at. It's too easy to just turn off the Wii when Jillian pushes you to a place that makes you want to puke. However, I can go back and select the Bataan Death March if I so choose.
Today's routine was yoga, which I am not a fan of. I just can't get into anything that has a pose called Downward Dog. But, I did the routine (mostly...I was a not perfect). I'm ready for some more active things though.
I will say this. While you can operate the BL game without the Wii Fit board, it would definitely be an asset. Without the board (at least I'm assuming this is the case since I can't test it), you have to hold the Wii remote at all times, and it's annoying to switch it from hand to hand, not to mention securing the wrist strap each time.
I'm excited though. What with this and the work I'll be putting in at the gym to get myself 5K ready, I think I have a good shot of reaching my target of 257 (per my input and BL program modifications) in the next 12 weeks.
Random thoughts:
1. While I love having off the two weeks around Christmas, there is nothing on TV to make that time even remotely entertaining.
2. My grandma sent me $20 for Christmas, and I can't decide if I should use it for the Wii nunchuck or groceries.
3. Four months from today is the 5K! Eeek!
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If you buy a box of those packages of Ramen, you may be able to afford both!
It's a tough call. One on hand I do need to eat though since I'm trying to lose weight it's tempting to say that's not necessary. :-) On the other, I really want the nunchuck so I can play the boxing game. I predict LOTS of good stress relief with that one!
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