EA Sports Active 2 Kinect is a workout game for Microsoft’s Kinect camera system that uses additional sensors along with the standard camera to measure calories, heart rate, time and also individual goals.  The appeal of EA Sports Active 2 Kinect is that it’s like a bunch of mini-games that are designed to be fun while also providing a good workout.

At the E3 trade show in Los Angeles in June, we saw a few mini-games on display, such as:

Basketball, where players needed to move from side to side and then shoot the ball;
Skateboarding – Players would run in place to go up hills and then squat down and turn while racing down them;
Bicep Curls – Players used a cord around their feet to curl their arms with resistance;
Mountain biking – Players squat like they are riding a bike, going up big hills and then coasting down them;
Basketball Court Running – Uses the same venue as basketball, but instead players are running laps around the court.

One of the great appeals of Microsoft’s Kinect console for the entire family should be as a new way to allow families to work out.  There are already a few titles in the works, but EA Sports Active 2 Kinect seems on track to provide challenging yet fun experiences for the whole family.

INFORMATION FROM COMPANY FACT SHEET
EA SPORTS Active™ 2 with Total Body Tracking will utilize the full body motion tracking ability of the Kinect™ for Xbox 360 motion sensor proving users complete freedom of motion. Included in the packaging is the innovative EA SPORTS Active heart rate monitor that provides constant on-screen monitoring, allowing users to capture intensity and optimize performance. Over time users will be able to track and share their workout data online through automatic uploading from their online connected console to their personalized EA SPORTS Active profile. EA SPORTS Active 2 with Kinect for Xbox 360 motion sensor will make working out simple, fun and effective wherever you are.

FEATURES
• Built-in Heart Rate Monitor – Track your heart rate on screen in real-time with the innovative EA SPORTS Active heart rate monitor to capture intensity and optimize performance over time. The heart rate monitor sits comfortably on your left forearm and does not require a chest-strap. 
• Wireless Full Body Motion Tracking – EA SPORTS Active 2 with the Kinect for Xbox 360 motion sensor tracks full body movement with true 1:1 motion that will register exercises never before possible and create seamless workout experiences, no controller required. Exercise hands-free and customize your workout with your own fitness equipment!
• Take Your Workout Online – Track your progress on the web via the EA SPORTS Active online global community.  EA SPORTS Active 2 tracks your fitness data online via automatic uploads to your online profile and allows you to share your data and connect with other users through workout groups - all while reaching your own personal fitness goals. 
• 70+ Exercises and Activities – Create unlimited customizable workouts with over 70 exercises and activities to choose from, including foundational exercises like squats, lunges, and bicep curls and fun fitness activities such as mountain biking, dodge ball and boxing. 
• Enroll in the 9-Week Program – Designed by certified personal trainers, the EA SPORTS Active 2 9-week program provides total body conditioning using progressive exercise. It provides a fitness roadmap to help keep users motivated and on track of their fitness goals. Additional mini-programs will also be available to add on, keeping workouts fresh and inspiring.
• Built-in Personal Trainer – Your personal trainer will be there by your side every step of the way to guide you, motivate you, and create the most effective custom workouts based on your needs. 
• Downloadable Content – Download new workouts and exercises via Xbox Live to keep workouts fresh and maintain motivation.

For more information, visit: http://www.easportsactive.com