Fitness Gurus: Wii Sports is Good for You!

According to the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), the Nintendo Wii may be just what our lazy, exercise-phobic culture needs. Dr. Josh Trout, Professor of Kinesiology at California State University Chico, points out that any kind of tech-influenced activity, be it a Stairmaster or treadmill, will have health benefits, but the trick is getting people to actually use the darn things. Since "exertainment," as he calls it, is by definition fun, it makes it far easier for folks to get hooked on it and reap the long-term benefits.

ISSA trainer Nichole Snow is a big fan of using Wii Sports as part of a fitness regimen, because no matter how aggressively you play it, you're still moving:

Deconditioned and obese individuals will find it fun to play and gain aerobic movement out of the games. Seniors can enjoy gentle movements of bowling and golfing. Youth become a part of the game and don't just turn into vegetables in front of the TV.

Now get out there and feel the burn, people.

Fitness Experts Endorse Wii For Health Benefits [Gamasutra]