# Intelligent Game Console Workouts The Wii Fit U Features Advanced Monitors to Keep You On-Track By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-02-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wii-fit-u References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2012/12/05/nintendo-wii-fit-u/) & [nintendo](http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/nnQh4Fv0y41X4zE_yBa_Qb1jr_G1jPYj) The release of the highly-anticipated Wii U has brought with it a number of new games including the Wii Fit U, which adds more advanced [exercise monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-workout-companion) to the beloved work-out game. The Wii Fit U incorporates the Wii Balance Board in new ways and also integrates more unique features with the [GamePad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-pro-3). With over 20 [new activities and features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urace), the Wii Fit U is a great way to keep active during the winter months when outdoor activity is restricted. The newly added Fit Meter is integrated with the Wii U and can be worn on your belt to keep track of how far you’ve walked as well as the number of calories you burned doing it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Advanced Exercise Monitoring:** Incorporating advanced monitoring technology into exercise routines through gaming, allowing users to keep track of their fitness activities in a fun and interactive way. - **Gamification of Fitness:** Engaging game technology to promote exercise and fitness, transforming the way people think about a healthy and active lifestyle. - **Wearable Fitness Technology:** Integrating wearable fitness technology into exercise routines, providing a streamlined and convenient way for users to track their physical activity. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Industry:** Exploring the integration of gaming technology with innovative exercise monitoring systems to create new and engaging fitness experiences for users. - **Fitness Industry:** Incorporating gaming technology into traditional fitness routines to provide users with a fun and interactive way to stay active and healthy. - **Wearable Technology Industry:** Partnering wearable technology with gaming to create unique workout experiences that allow users to easily track their physical activity and health in real-time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Tandem Workout Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-console.md) - [Gamified Exercise Balance Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-balance-board.md) - [Immersive 3D Fitness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-game1.md) - [Game-Powered Core Training Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-core-trainer.md) - [Handheld Motion-Control Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/udu-console.md) - [Gamified Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-quest.md) - [Senior-Focused Exergames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ludofit.md) - [Interactive Game-Based Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebased-fitness.md) - [Data-Driven Exercise Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-somatosensory-slide-board.md)