Dr. Thornburg defines rhymes of history as "the affect or impact of a new equipment rekindles something from the distant past. As I think about this topic I think about all sorts of technologies that have emerged that revisit some past idea. One technology in particular is the Nintendo Wii and the Wii Fit. This technology is relatively new but it focuses on a concept that has been around for ages, exercise. Exercise is an important part of staying healthy and different exercise programs have been in place for thousands of years. In today's busy society many make excuses for not exercising. No time to go to the gym or to run outside between work and kids. Financial struggles, not being able to afford a monthly gym membership or home gym equpment, also deter people from exercising. Most families purchase video game consoles so why not purchase one that can benefit the entire family. The Nintendo Wii has something for everyone including several exercise games that turn the video gaming console into a home gym. Once the day has settled down and the kids are asleep you can turn on the Wii and exercise. The Wii Fit is described by Nintendo as a product that "combines fun and fitness into one product." It is not just exercising but bringing in fun. It also allows you to customize your exercising experience so that when you come back to play it already knows your stats. Although the equipment may seem pricey it is a one time cost that can be used by the entire family as opposed to purchasing several gym memberships. You won't get the entire gym experience however you will get to exercise.
References:
Thornburg, D. (n.d.) Rhymes of History. Video Podcast. Laureate Education, Inc.
http://wiifit.com
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Renee,
ReplyDeleteWow! I had never thought of Wii Fit or exercise when thinking about rhymes of history for this assignment. After reading your post, I can totally see the way they fit. Exercise has been around practically forever, and the Wii Fit definitely has rekindled the public's interest in exercise.
My daughter has the Wii and the family had a great time with the exercises during the holidays last year. I agree it is a wonderful means of getting in that so needed daily exercise....if, it doesn't become just another piece of exercise equipment that was marvelous when it was first bought. We tend to put things aside eventually that don't become important in our daily existence. Exercise is one of them. But...Wii Fit, here I come.
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