Okay, I WAS going to put these on a blog being started with some friends but not sure how long that's going to take. And so, here are the first two weeks of results from EA Active.

Week 1: EA Active Log Begins

Those who know me know my number one complaint about WiiFit is that it's not a true exercise routine. I said it, I mean it. It doesn't have Cardio, it doesn't tell you what exercises to do, in fact, it's basically a minigame collection with a weighing element. In fact, in Japan, Nintendo basically had to tell people WiiFit is for entertainment purposes anyway. How Nintendo took a step backwards from EyeToy: Kinetic is beyond me but basically, WiiFit is a toy. So I was waiting for someone to come along and create something real for the exergame "revolution" and EA has supposedly done just that. SUPPOSEDLY.

Now I'll admit that I'm not a perfect specimen. I work in a cubicle all day and at a computer desk at night. In fact, I'm only starting this because I recently went from a XL shirt size to a 2XL, and that pisses me off. I've tried to get into exercise programs before and even joined a gym. Problem with gyms, especially if you're a guy, is they're built to make you feel immasculated. There is no "curves" equivelant for males. There is just a huge room of mirrors and huge guys mocking you as you try to get into shape. There is something to be said about STFU, guys. And so that leaves most males in a hellish limbo where they WANT to get fit but have no place to do so without public mockery. Let's hope EA fit solves that problem.

Week 1: 264.8lbs

Conditions of the Log
Sheppy will perform at least every recommended workout according to EA Active's system.
Sheppy will, in addition to the workout, do mild strength training with a single 10lb dumbbell for 45 repetitions across two exercises for as many days as EA recommends a workout.
Sheppy will, in all likelyhood, make very minor changes to diet. Sorry guys, I loves my breads. And the results of the exercise routine will reflect more realistic results rather than complete lifestyle changes that will be ignored as soon as the weight is lost for 90% of those who diet.
Sheppy will "weigh in" at the beginning of each week.

Week 2: Some time put in.

Active Impressions

Perhaps one of the first things you'll notice is how overly encouraging this game is. Once every couple repetitions of an exercise, the AI companion will chime in with encouragement. This has an unnaturally pleasing effect. Even when doing the most pedestrian task such as a squat, the game will say "Wow, you're really setting a pace with those reps." Positive reenforcement is such an easy ego stroke but for some reason, it's effective.

Program Chosen
30 Day Challenge
Easy Intensity
Balance Board: No

Week 2: 256.6lbs, Weight Loss of 8.2lbs

Week 3: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

This is where I point out to people that I said I wouldn't change my dietary habits. Since weigh-ins are on Monday and because I was going out of town for the weekend, allow me to explain. On Friday, I had a Cheese Personal Panormous pizza with an individual order of breadsticks. On Saturday, I went to Red Lobster. I had broiled scallops, snow crab legs, and fried fish. On Sunday morning, I ate at Dennys where I had a Belgian Waffle and a side order of Hashbrowns. Later that day, I split an order of Crazy Bread from Little Caesar's with my father. I think it's safe to say EA Active tried it's best, but I ate like a fat person this last weekend and unfortunately, fat person habits won out.

The other thing to take into consideration is muscle weighs more than fat. And I've been feeling some tone building up on my calves and biceps. There is every possibility my improved fitness is causing me to gain weight. I will say this, however, I'm not as winded as I used to be.

This morning, the program promised it was going to crank up the intensity.... >.<

Week 3: 259.2lbs, Weight Gain of 2.6lbs