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The latest celebrity trainer has never even lifted a weight. Or done an actual chin-up. Or dropped a bead of sweat. Welcome to the brave new world of the virtual trainer, the animated video game characters who walk the modern-day fitness enthusiast through exercise routines and shout digital encouragement with bon mots like “You can do it!” and “You’re doing great!”
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In games such as Wii Fit and EA Sports Active, you get to choose the look and gender of your trainer, and you can control how much or how little feedback you get — which isn’t a bad bonus (if you doubt that, next time you’re pedaling away at the gym try telling your spin class instructor to keep it down). The interactivity of the games also make it simple for exercisers to modulate a workout regime to their appropriate fitness level, making the games an increasingly popular option for older enthusiasts, who may not be up for more intense workouts. It’s clearly catching on: Since the release of the Wii Fit in 2006, the game has sold more than 22 million copies (as of mid-2010), making it the third highest-selling console video game of all time. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
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THE VIRTUAL TRAINERThe latest celebrity trainer has never even lifted a weight. Or done an actual chin-up. Or dropped a bead of sweat. Welcome to the brave new world of the virtual trainer, the animated video game characters who walk the modern-day fitness enthusiast through exercise routines and shout digital encouragement with bon mots like “You can do it!” and “You’re doing great!”
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"Perfect. Feel your spine tightening!" A Wii Fit trainer encourages an exerciser while teaching the palm tree yoga pose.Related
In games such as Wii Fit and EA Sports Active, you get to choose the look and gender of your trainer, and you can control how much or how little feedback you get — which isn’t a bad bonus (if you doubt that, next time you’re pedaling away at the gym try telling your spin class instructor to keep it down). The interactivity of the games also make it simple for exercisers to modulate a workout regime to their appropriate fitness level, making the games an increasingly popular option for older enthusiasts, who may not be up for more intense workouts. It’s clearly catching on: Since the release of the Wii Fit in 2006, the game has sold more than 22 million copies (as of mid-2010), making it the third highest-selling console video game of all time. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures