Research has demonstrated some commercial off-the-shelf active games' preliminary efficacy (for example, dance games to boost physical activity ) however, AVGs may lack real-world effectiveness in natural settings over the long run. As such, they were never intended as research instruments. The report estimated that 2012 AVG sales were $750 million and predicted continued growth for the genre through 2015.Ĭommercial AVGs have been sold as consumer entertainment products, not medical devices. According to a report by the Entertainment Software Association and the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition 1 between 20, 5 percent of all videogames were released as AVGs, rising to 20 percent of releases by 2011. Eventually released on home game consoles and personal computers, titles such as “Dance Dance Revolution” (Konami, Osaka, Japan) laid the groundwork for a multitude of fitness and “exergames” now played by millions. Armed with the knowledge of this book, you will learn effective motivation techniques to get started (and keep going!), and discover that walking can be fun and lead to greater fitness.A ctive videogames (AVGs) emerged in the late 1990s in the form of arcade entertainment played by jumping, hopping, and stretching over footpad dance sensors to the beat of music and flashing lights. The text is divided into three parts: Part One is an introduction to walking that discusses the why's of walking Part Two, Fun and Fitness Through Walking, discusses exercise principles and technique and Part Three, Maximizing Your Walking Program, covers injury prevention, nutrition and weight management. WALKING FOR FUN AND FITNESS, 4th Edition, is designed for college and University programs, health promotion programs, health/fitness clubs or anyone who wants to start an effective walking program. From aerobics and yoga�to bowling, tennis, weight training, and more�the Wadsworth Physical Education Activities Series goes beyond the basics, showing you how to improve, excel, and get more enjoyment from your activities, whatever your skill level and background may be. Cengage Learning Activity Series Get the most out of your favorite physical activities.
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