The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of interactive video games (combined with stationary cycling) on health-related physical fitness and exercise adherence in comparison with traditional aerobic training (stationary cycling alone).
First came the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, published by the US Department of Health and Human Services in an attempt to get Americans moving more. The motto, "Be Active Your Way" (Kids love to workout with Wii) became an empowering call to every American to take personal responsibility for her own physical health. The next step is developing a National Physical Activity Plan for the US.
Editor's note: While we attempted to contact other gaming companies for similar titles, only Nintendo was able to supply us with any at this time. Let's hope newer and even better fitness games become a reality across all platforms! Editor's note: While we attempted to contact other gaming companies for similar titles, only Nintendo was able to supply us with any at this time. Let's hope newer and even better fitness games become a reality across all platforms!
Have games and workout machines become all play? A new company called Nexersys is stepping up the workout component is an interactive and affordable way!
Kids cereal, soft drinks and chocolate producers are also partners with Change4Life - does this mean we should expect headlines like "NHS endorses soda and candy diet"?