A fun new way to burn calories

The new Nintendo Wii Fit (nintendo.com) comes loaded with more than 40 fitness activities, including yoga, running, and strength training. But as an avid skier, I had to give the downhill program a try. I stood on the balance board (included with the Wii Fit) while the sensors determined my position, then created an image of me on the screen.

Soon I was making tracks down a run. The board is sensitive to the slightest movements, so I had to keep twisting to stay on the "slope." Surprisingly, virtual skiing felt almost as challenging as the real thing. Look for the game in stores May 19 and turn your TV into a better-body box.--M.S.

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