EA Sports Active - Leg Band ?

[KBP48183]

Hi Everyone!

I was so excited when I bought the EA Sports Active game for my Wii but disappointed when I found out the leg band isn't 'One Size Fits All.' I tried numerous times to get it to stay around my upper thigh and it would either snap off or slide down which made it impossible to register my movements. The game even came with a velcro extension piece and not even that would hold the band on my leg, it snapped off 2 minutes into my workout!

Has anyone else who has EA Sports Active had this issue? If so, how did you get the band to stay around your leg? I am so sad and disappointed because I was really excited to do this particular game. There are other ones such as The Biggest Loser and Jillian Michaels I'd like to try also but can't at the moment.

Thankyou in advance for all advice and replies, I really appreciate it!

[mizski]

Re: EA Sports Active - Leg Band ?

Yours came with an extension band??? Mind didn't. There was no way it would fit either so I had to buy some velcro and make my own.

Anyways....the leg band works better if you have pants on (not shorts). Sweatpants work well; exercise wear (nylon/polyester blends?) that are real smooth do not. Make sure the band is high on your thigh and fairly tight.

From what I've read on other boards, if you are in good shape (i.e., really active/doing running, etc.) the band can still slip down. Many of those users hold the nunchuk instead.

Also, it's better to get a quality resistance band rather than that cheapo piece of included. Lots of horror stories on forums about the handles separating from the band mid-stretch. Oww. HTH

[Whatsername]

Re: EA Sports Active - Leg Band ?

Yes, what MizSki said. I stopped doing Active for a while because I tend to get frustrated with it. I just started doing it again. I put the band as high as I can get it on my leg. And yes, if I am running or something it will move enough that the stupid sensor won't register it. So, I will just hold the nunchuk. I wonder if it would work if you could put the nunchuk in a pocket? I haven't tried that because it seems none of my pants have pockets in them.

Also, if you haven't done so yet, try navigating your way to EA Sports website. There is a forum (or maybe more than one) dedicated to Active. You might either read and find some answers or post and get some help. I went there when I was getting frustrated with a few things in the game. It did help.

Last but not least...maybe your band is just defective. I understand they are very good about replacing it if you call them.

Good luck!

[Jules1980]

Re: EA Sports Active - Leg Band ?

You can actually just put the nunchuck in your pants pocket while working out!!! Hope this helps!