Yourself! Fitness

Remember the VHS workout craze?

Dec 21, 2005 | 161 words, 0 images

Remember the VHS workout craze? A workout tape gave the viewer some needed direction, but the downside was that after you had watched it a few times the repetition made your eyes glaze over. But this interactive program, which features more than 500 unique exercises from yoga, Pilates, strength training, and cardio fitness, keeps your interest. Maya, the on-screen guide and personal trainer, creates customized health and fitness routines that won’t feel routine; you can even progress at your own pace. The six on-screen locations are varied, including a Japanese dojo and an Alpine retreat. And since working out is only half of the battle (of the bulge), Maya offers diet suggestions from more than 4,500 recipes. Even without the interaction you’d get in a real gym class, you’ll shape up faster than you would playing Ballistic. For PC, PS2, and Xbox.