How to Prevent Injuries from Playing Wii Fit

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Avoid standing on the edge of the Wii Fit balance board.

   Instead, stand on the rough patches, which are designed to create friction and help prevent you from falling off of the balance board.
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   Step 2: Make sure that you warm up before you start playing.

   Do some stretches before you step onto the board to help prevent you from hurting yourself, especially during some of the yoga exercise. , If it isn't, especially if you are standing on one foot at some point, you risk hurting the person or damaging the objects around you.
   
   However, if you do need to hold onto a steady object such as a chair to help keep your balance, then bring one over before you start the activity you'll think you need it for. , Avoid making sharp, jerky moves, either.
   
   Instead, go smoothly, steadily and slowly.
   
   This reduces the chances of you potentially spraining something or pulling a muscle. , This has a few health and safety warnings, and it may give your more tips for preventing injuries while you are playing the game.
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   Step 3: Make sure that the area around you is clear of both people and objects before you start.

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   Step 4: Avoid placing all of your weight on one side while you are playing balance games.

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   Step 5: Glance at the instruction booklet that comes with your Wii Fit balance board.

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