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Wii helps seniors with balance

Chris — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:54:46 +0000

At 85 years old, Wayne Wilson is grateful that he has never fallen.
“It’s something that I think about, though,” said Wilson, who lives at the Beverwyck Independent Retirement Living Community in Slingerlands. “Some days I feel a little unsteady, and I would like something to help steady myself.”
That something might be Wii Fit, a video game developed by Nintendo for the Wii console. It is an exercise game consisting of activities utilizing a Wii balance board that players stand on.

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Senior center in Upland has them saying, "Wii can do it."

Chris — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:58:24 +0000

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From dailybulletin.com:

A new health and fitness program at the Gibson Senior Center will leave some adults saying “Wii can do it.”

The new exercise and nutrition class will give adults 50 and older a free chance to learn how to lead healthy lifestyles with the help of the Nintendo Wii video-game console.

Erin Haugh, health educator for the San Bernardino County Public Health Department, will be teaching the six-week class.

Seniors turn to Wii bowling to stay fit

Chris — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:17:36 +0000

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From delawareonline.com:

“Factor, of Wilmington, is one of a growing number of seniors joining Wii bowling leagues at senior centers across New Castle County. Twelve seniors have been playing at the Clarence Fraim Senior Center since February.

“It’s so much fun, and it’s exercise. But we really get a kick out of it,” said Theresa Shaw, 75. “It’s better than sitting around and playing cards.”

Nicole Schmid, program director for the Fraim Center for Active Adults, said the Wii is great because it keeps seniors’ minds and bodies active while exposing them to technology.

Beginning Sept. 29, the Wii players at the Fraim center will compete with other players at nearby senior centers. All the scores will be sent to Schmid, who will then post the results of the week’s top team and player.”