We’ve provided specifics on using exergames, including Buying Guides which provide specific shopping lists on what you’ll want with each exergaming system, such as starter games, peripherals and batteries. Equipment Set Up resources provide how-to videos and step-by-step instructions on using the equipment. Based on experiences of experts who are already using exergames, we’ve compiled a series of Successful Strategies to help you think about using exergames in specific programs, with particular audiences, or in overcoming barriers.
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Michelle Garza Staff members at La Union Elementary have figured out a way to reach their entire school with only one Nintendo Wii, one screen and one room. The school in southern New Mexico has been using “Just Dance” as their beginning morning activity each day to give students extra physical activity. Staff members initially [...]
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This video demonstrates how this elementary school is increasing their students’ physical activity level each morning using the Nintendo Wii and the school’s existing equipment to broadcast the popular exergame “Just Dance” schoolwide. Aside from giving the entire school added physical activity, this endeavor is reducing student tardiness and absenteeism in the process.
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This video demonstrates how this elementary school is finding ways to supplement their traditional physical education program with exergames two days a week and also on bad weather days. Using a rotation method, the PE teacher has figured out a system that allows large groups of multi-aged students to use the exergames in a limited [...]
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This project was supported by National Research Initiative Grant #2008-55215-18837 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Why Exergames Unlocked?
Exergames are videogames that encourage physical activities. Here, you’ll find the best and most effective exergames, as well as strategies and recommendations on using them with different audiences and in different locations.