It’s time to get up out of the couch and put the controller down – well not exactly. Rather than use the controller, connect the Wii Balance Board and take time to get your work out on.

Nintendo announced that Wii Fit will be released in Japan on Dec. 1. Also announced was the price tag of 8,800 yen – about $75 U.S. dollars.

Although they gave the release date, it’s uncertain when they will release the U.S. version. According to IGN.com, it is expected to be released some time in 2008.

The Balance Board was described by Reuters news as bathroom scales that can sense when a person moves and leans.

If you thought the Wii Sports gave your heart a jumping, expect Wii Fit to have it running, literally.

Nintendo showed previews of the Wii Fit, which consisted of a selection of workouts and exercises.

Tags: Wii-Balance-Board, Wii-Fit

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