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Incorporating Video Games with Phys. Ed.

Engage students in physical activity with Nintendo Wii games like Wii Sports and Wii Fit. Promote self-motivation, cardio exercise, coordination, & balance. An affordable solution for schools.

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Incorporating Video Games with Phys. Ed.

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  1. Incorporating Video Games with Phys. Ed. Evan Norwood

  2. Goal & Purpose • To engage students in physical activity • To have students become self-motivated and excited to exercise and be active • To make a connection to the students with technology they are familiar with

  3. Nintendo Wii • Promotes active movement while playing • Students control the game with body movement • Great alternative for rainy days!

  4. Wii Sports • Students can compete with one another in boxing, tennis, baseball, golf, and more! • Boxing is an excellent form of cardio exercise! • Less fights in school?

  5. Wii Sports Resort • Even more action-filled activities • Students can engage in cycling, canoeing, and much more! • Cardio, muscle movement, coordination! Students use their arms to pedal

  6. Wii Fit • Focuses on aerobics, strength, & balance • Uses balance board as controller • More than 40 activities!

  7. Wii Fit • Fitness Tracker • Can track weight and BMI of students • Keeps a daily fitness log so students can see how they are doing

  8. Wii Fit Aerobics • Students can run, box, step, and even hula hoop their way to fitness • Burns fat! • Can promote fitness outside of school!

  9. Wii Fit Strength • Some students might be intimidated by a weight room • Full body workout • Leg extensions, squats, pushup challenge, planks, tricep extension, and more!

  10. Wii Fit Balance • Balance is a key part of fitness • Soccer heading, skiing, snowboarding, tightrope walk, and more!

  11. Just Dance • A fun way to stay active • A workout in disguise • Up to 4 students can dance together • Friendly competition

  12. So Much For So Little • Nintendo Wii Console with controller, “Wii Sports” & “Just Dance”- $173.00 • Wii Fit software and balance board- $99.00 • walmart.com

  13. Save Money! • An exercise bike costs $300 • A rowing machine costs $300 • 20 soccer balls cost $300 • You can get all of these and more in the Wii for just $272!!!

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