Virtually Sedentary

Computers and video games have always been demonized as the culprits of physical inactivity. There is some credence to this accusation, but the truth is the whole thing is a symptom of a life which no longer requires much physical motion in order to manage in day to day life.

I could literally wake up, roll off the bed into a cushy chair with wheels, gently push my way to the computer console, have a meeting with my boss over a webcam, do my work by mere keyboard strokes, order my food by bluetooth, all while my iRobot vacuums the floor. If I feel like I may need some sunshine, my screen saver can perfectly emulate a nice summer day.

This is why the Wii fit is a great concept. I really like the idea of a computer technology which is designed solely to promote human movement. The body was designed for a time when we had to chase down wooly mammoths and run away from cats twice our size. Now all we need for food and defense is a credit card and a TASER gun.

So, in a way, the Wii is quite a revolutionary idea. I really did like the idea of a Wii workout room. Video games are so immersive now that it is pretty brilliant to use this world as a motivation to exercise...to turn it into a fun game and not torture.

I also really like the NutritionData site. Typing in my information I realize that I need to get this bacon double cheeseburger out of mouth, strap on some boxing gloves, and go a few rounds with a young Cassius Clay on the holodeck.

Formal Introduction

3.5 billion years of evolution and here I am, the pinnacle of biological achievement, hunched over a computer keyboard, squinting at a screen, and trying to think of something worthwhile to say.

I think I'd feel more useful and alive if I was outside hunting wild boar with a spear.

I heard they have websites where you can shoot and kill caged animals remotely by a click of your mouse.

2 million years from now we will have evolved into floating gas-bags with our neural tendrils intimately attached to every port and orifice on this infernal machine.

Truthfully, I love computers. In a matter of mere seconds I can prove to my girlfriend that Jennifer Aniston was indeed the lead female in Leprechaun and most likely get Rick-Rolled along the way.