Active Video Games Count as Exercise
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Active Video Games Count as Exercise
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Most Recently Shared on November 16, 2009 at 8:13 pm By:
Study shows active video games (think Dance Dance Revolution, not Tetris) may count as moderate exercise: http://tinyurl.com/yjxa4td
Fitness-Inducing Recreational Activities - The RingStix Game Merges Amusement with Exercise (VIDEO)
trendhunter.com — “Fitness-Inducing Recreational Activities - Florida’s new RingStix game does an excellent job of merging recreation with fitness. The 24-inch sword and 5-inch ring duos allow players to...” View full resource at trendhunter.com
Most Recently Shared on April 30, 2012 at 10:34 pm By:
Trend Hunter Health Health Magazine
Fitness-Inducing Recreational Activities - The RingStix Game Merges Amusement with Exercise #Health: http://t.co/z490yjv8
Educated Exerciser: Active video games could improve kids’ fitness, but usually don’t | Life | National Post
life.nationalpost.com — “In the last few years, advances in technology have allowed active video games like Wii Fit, Dance Dance Revolution and X-Box Kinect to explode in popularity. Most families I know either have one or want one” View full resource at life.nationalpost.com
Most Recently Shared on March 15, 2012 at 11:41 pm By:
Educated Exerciser: Active video games could improve kids’ fitness, but usually don’t http://t.co/yVXMWH3R #health #rn #nursing
Exergames: a new step toward fitness? - Harvard Health Publications
health.harvard.edu — “Active-play videogames, also known as exergames, are a high-tech approach to fitness that could help some people become more active and stay that way. As described in the March 2012 Harvard Heart Letter, exergames offer muscle-strengthening workouts, balance and stretching games, aerobic exercises and dancing, martial arts, and simulated recreational activities such as golf, skiing, and more. Current exergames deliver moderate workouts at best. Some fitness and senior centers now incorporate exe” View full resource at health.harvard.edu
Most Recently Shared on March 8, 2012 at 4:30 pm By:
Video-based exergames may offer a new step toward fitness. http://t.co/5Auve2CY
Nintendo Wii fitness games 'don't boost activity' - Health News - NHS Choices
nhs.uk — ““Playing active video games won’t help you stay fit” the Daily Mail has today reported. In what will sure come as blow to people who think tennis can be played from the sofa...” View full resource at nhs.uk
Most Recently Shared on February 29, 2012 at 7:58 pm By:
carl heneghan Doctor and Physician
Wii fitness games 'no health boost' http://t.co/b4NHs8tS back to real exercise then
Active video games don't mean kids exercise more | Reuters
in.reuters.com — “NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - All that virtual boxing, bowling and dancing along with video game systems might not be helping kids meet their daily exercise requirements, a new study suggests.In the report,” View full resource at in.reuters.com
Most Recently Shared on February 28, 2012 at 10:52 am By:
Richard Besser Pediatrician, Health Communicator, Physician, and Doctor
Exactly! Our report from 2010: http://t.co/aA1rRtJp RT @lipiddoc: Active VideoGames don't mean kids exercise more http://t.co/7uR6XOOG
Active Video Games Are Like Exercise Machines
emaxhealth.com — “If you think giving your children a Wii or other active video games will make them exercise more, think again. Active video games are like exercise ma...” View full resource at emaxhealth.com
Most Recently Shared on February 27, 2012 at 5:16 pm By:
Denise Reynolds RD Nutritionist and Dietitian
Active Video Games Are Like Exercise Machines http://t.co/NQ2UODnB
Senior Citizens Extending Health and Wellness with Video Games - Yahoo! News
news.yahoo.com — “From Yahoo! News: SeniorsGuideOnline.com examines studies showing video games help seniors with exercise, memory care and other cognitive abilities for their health later in life.Richmond, VA (PRWEB) January 26, 2012 To promote staying sharp and remaining active as you age, http://www.SeniorsGuideOnline.com is encouraging seniors to play video games. Research and studies show that video games on the Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360 rank high in strengthening senior health and physical abilities. ...” View full resource at news.yahoo.com
Most Recently Shared on January 30, 2012 at 2:03 pm By:
#videogames aren't just for kids.. http://t.co/UudyP9p5 #gaming #exergaming #wellness
9 Active Wii Video Games - Parenting.com
parenting.com — “We tested tons of Nintendo Wii video games and found the ones that let you have fun and break a sweat.” View full resource at parenting.com
Most Recently Shared on September 9, 2011 at 12:10 am By:
If you have a Wii, consider getting some of these games to get your household sweating and exercising: http://t.co/nqh7K1B
Get Sedentary Kids Exercising with Active Video Games
fyiliving.com — “New video games such as Kinetic and Dance Factory have players actually move in front of the screen; a recent study found they actually help kids to lose weight.” View full resource at fyiliving.com
Most Recently Shared on August 25, 2011 at 4:43 pm By:
Irene McGee Health Communicator
How certain video games can help kids lose weight http://t.co/fN5SK3A #videogames #wii #exercise
Video Games - Exercise for Kids - MD Anderson Cancer Center
mdanderson.org — “Not all active-play video games give kids exercise. Use MD Anderson's checklist to spot games that’ll entice your kids to move.” View full resource at mdanderson.org
Most Recently Shared on August 13, 2011 at 6:25 pm By:
Focused on Health Health Organization
Video games: exercise for kids? http://t.co/6QEmsTV
Exercise, Lose Weight With 'Exergaming'
webmd.com — “New 'active' video games combine body movement with gaming skill.” View full resource at webmd.com
Most Recently Shared on August 8, 2011 at 2:05 pm By:
Exercise, Lose Weight With 'Exergaming': New 'active' video games combine body movement with gaming skill. http://bit.ly/q67V7v
Meet FIT Friends Slideshow -- Healthy Kids Nutrition, Exercise, Mood, and Rest
fit.webmd.com — “Learn how to be fit and healthy kids from WebMD's FIT Friends. See them eat healthy kids' food and be active kids. See who's a picky eater and who loves video games.” View full resource at fit.webmd.com
Most Recently Shared on July 30, 2011 at 1:19 pm By:
Food, Move, Mood and Recharge! Meet the FIT Friends! http://t.co/XJeMdtq
Survey: Women Enjoy Video Games More Than Sex - Tracey John - Pixels, Panels & Playthings - Forbes
blogs.forbes.com — “According to a new survey, women play video games nearly as much as men, and "enjoy" gaming more than they enjoy other activities, like working out, shopping, taking a bath and having sex. Commissioned by Doritos, the survey of 2,052 people found that 49% of women play video games online, compared [...]” View full resource at blogs.forbes.com
Most Recently Shared on July 18, 2011 at 4:43 pm By:
We know women play video games. But did you know they're better than shopping, exercise or even having sex. http://fb.me/179y8nMoT
HY: 5/11: Keeping Kids Fit | | Lehigh Valley Health Network | Magazine | Issues | May June 2011
lvhn.org — “To help your child stay fit and healthy, keep physical activities fun and varied.” View full resource at lvhn.org
Most Recently Shared on June 2, 2011 at 2:47 pm By:
LV Health Network Healthcare System and Hospital
If your child’s idea of exercise is waving a video game controller, it may cause more harm than you realize. http://ow.ly/58t2Q #kids
Boys prefer TV, video games to exercise - UPI.com
upi.com — “Less than 12 percent of U.S. sixth-grade boys meet federal recommendations for physical activity, mainly because they are not motivated, researchers say.” View full resource at upi.com
Most Recently Shared on March 31, 2011 at 10:41 am By:
Timothy Lomauro Doctor, Psychologist, and PhD
Boys prefer TV, video games to exercise - UPI.com http://t.co/3PA1qQp via @upi_top
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