Nintendo's latest game wants you off the couch

May 16, 2008 By BARBARA ORTUTAY, AP Business Writer Nintendo's latest game wants you off the couch (AP)

Nintendo game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Wii Fit, does a yoga pose as he demonstrates the game Thursday, April 17, 2008 in New York. "Our main premise in creating Wii Fit was (to) create a game that allows you to check your weight," said Miyamoto. (AP Photo/Tina Fineberg)

(AP) -- Sumo wrestlers were the main inspiration behind Wii Fit, Nintendo's latest attempt at getting you off the couch when you play video games.

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