Ann Maloney, PhD, and Rachel R. Gallagher Only 1 in 5 kids have access to physical education each day, while fewer youth are involved in moderate to vigorous physical activity. In fact, evidence shows that only about 3 percent of youth hit their daily activity targets — at least 30 minutes per day — suggested [...]

Parent’s guide to exergaming at home Screen time (watching tv, computer-use and playing video games) is one of the leading reasons for the ever-increasing obesity rates among children. Fortunately, there are a number of ways that parents and families can use technology to promote activity. Active video games or exergames for the Wii and games [...]

Preparing for different events Exergaming is fun to have at various events, such as health fairs and community events. Since exergaming involves electronics – TVs, video game consoles, etc. – special care and attention must be used since these types of events are often held outdoors, or in other areas not conducive to electronic equipment. [...]

Michelle Garza Using one Nintendo Wii, or any system with a larger group or audience can be challenging, however it is possible. Wanda Hamilton, the 4-H Urban Program Coordinator at the University of Connecticut, uses one Nintendo Wii and DDR as a part of the fitness component of an after-school program for her 4-H Fitness [...]