[HappyBunny]

I've been away for a while, so if someone has already posted this thread, I apologize.

I finally found something that really motivates me to work out. There is a game called The Fitness Challenge that is played by 2 people. Everytime a player works out, they get a star worth a certain point value. Whoever gets the most points wins a coupon from the preselected prize booklets. My friend and I have been playing for 3 weeks. So far, I have bought her a manicure and she owes me a CD and a movie of my choice. The best part is, prior to this I rarely worked now. Since we've started, I work out at least 30 min a day, 5 days a week!

The game lasts for 8 weeks (because that's how long it takes to form a good habit) and can be played for a prize at the end of the 8 weeks, or a prize every week, it's up to the players. They even have a website for people who need a partner to play the game.

I really recommend this for anyone who wants to get fit but is having trouble getting motivated.

Hope this helps.

[Misti in Seattle]

I found the site but I don't quite get it... the game sounds fun! Too bad I don't have anyone to play it with LOL. And none of my friends would play it with me LOL because they know how much I am working out!

[Suzanne 3FC]

I bought this last winter with the intention of writing a review of it for the site. I thought it would make a great Christmas gift! Time slipped away from me and I didn't publish the review. But I did think it would be a fun way for families to get involved with fitness. The only thing I didn't like was that it was designed for two players, so you'd have to buy more than one box if you want your whole family to play.

[VelVeeta]

Can you give me the site for it? It sounds great and i would love to read up on it. Thanks!

[HappyBunny]

The site for the game is www.fitnesschallenge.com

What I like about it, is even if you don't have someone to play with, you can find other people on the site and play with them. So, it's a fun way to get in shape and make a new friend.

So far, I've worked out at least 5 days a week since the game started. We're on week 5, and once the 8 weeks is over, I already have another friend who wants to play. I love that the board is reusable!

Let me know if anyone wants any more info. I swear, this game has really worked for me and my friend. We're going on a cruise in August, and by then we should definitely be in better shape for bathing suits and shorts!