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Since hurting my back and developing sciatica last year, I’ve had to cut back on exercise. Needless to say keeping the weight off has been a challenge – one that I haven’t met. It was time to start working out more often and at a higher level if I’m going to lose the 10 pounds I’ve gained since last winter.
I really enjoy working out with the Wii, so when I was selected by Ubisoft and Clever Girls Collective to be part of the Ubisoft Champions social media program, I was happy to try out Gold’s Gym Dance Workout and possibly add it to my Wii workout routine.
Dance off the pounds with Gold’s Gym Dance Workout
The Gold’s Gym Dance Workout Wii game was developed by fitness and dance experts and is targeted to people who…
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