jOG out on 28th April

jOG will be available from Tuesday 28th April 2009. jOG will be available at a variety of retailers including; Argos, Toys r us, Smiths and many, many more!

Pre - Order jOG at firebox.com!

Interesting jOG Fact of the Week

Jogging will strengthen the muscles and bone density of your legs, hips and back. Long distance runners have very strong legs, even though they often look very thin and weak. Running does not produce bulky muscles like weight training or even circuit training does, but it does increase leg strength. Also, the constant impact caused during running can increase bone density, so long as you follow a healthy diet.

Interesting jOG Fact of the Week

If you suffer from poor appetite, jogging will improve your appetite. Along with all other forms of exercise - the harder you work, the more you need to eat to repair your muscles and refuel them. When you start to run longer distances you will start to eat to fuel your body, and may even find that you need to eat more food everyday, than you did when you were overweight.

Interesting jOG Fact of the Week

It speeds up the digestive system and can help to relieve digestive problems. Many people that live a sedantary lifestyle develop digestive problems that can be improved with a healthier diet and some regular exercise.

jOG - Number 1 Toy for 2009

Yesterday, on the Gadget show, jOG was voted Number 1 Toy for 2009 - and it was the cheapest Toy in the top 5 toys at the Toy Fair!

jOGing through Metroid Prime 3: Corruption

The game has been out for a while now, but the third installment in the Metroid Prime series still demonstrates how the Wii can deliver a good First Person Shooter whilst making full use of it's motion sensing controls. I really enjoyed this game when I played through it the first time, but adding jOG to the mix made my second run through really immersive, adding a new dimension to an already indepth and innovative experience.

Spongebob Squarepants: Creature from the Krusty Krab

Whats all this about Spongebob getting his drivers license? Thats not good for us jOGers. Hold on a minute... his cherished license is floating away, and Spongebob must chase it on foot. We've got a jOG compatable game here afterall. The game mixes multiple gameplay mechanics such as car racing and flying, but between these its also a 3D platformer involving good old fashioned running about. Its cute, simple to play and you'll only have to jOG now and then. You Spongebob fans have got it easy!

the Simpsons Game with jOG

Although the cell shaded graphics make the game look like the 2D cartoon, this game is actually a 3 dimensionsal platformer, an hilarious one too. Playing with the jOG I was struck by the irony of making Homer gorge chocolate and sweets in his fantasy chocolate land, shamelessly piling the calories on, whilst I burnt some off. The combination of jOGing and laughing out loud probably doubled the health benefits. If you enjoy the tv show and enjoy jOG then this combination is highly recommended!

Interesting jOG Fact of the Week

It increases the capacity to work and lead an active life. The fitter you are, the more active you can be. There are so many more opportunities available to people that are healthier and fitter.

'Mario Strikers' and 'Eledees' playable with jOG

'Mario Strikers Charged Football' features everyone's favorite Nintendo characters all psyched up and eager for the win. Despite being a challenging game the controls are easy to grasp and the aim is obvious, just score more goals than your rivals. Playing this game with the jOG works nicely, which ever player is selected/has-the-ball is the one who needs you to jog to make them run down the wing, dribble past defenders, or retreat to defend the counter attack.

'Eledees' is a game that makes excellent use of the Wiimote as a gravity gun. This enables you to lift and throw objects and furniture as you search around for the Eledees--small creatures who sap electrical power. I found this game incredibly fun, and the addition of the jOG really enhanced the experience. As the clock ticks down to zero the hunt for every last Eledee becomes increasingly frantic as you run about and try to zap the critters you've uncovered.

Both of these games are fast, fun and well worth trying with the jOG.

Interesting jOG Fact of the Week

Jogging makes you sleep better. If you exercise well, sleep comes so much easier. One of the most important factors for improving fitness after exercise and diet is getting adequate sleep.