New tech gadgets and apps are changing how we work out. Virtual and augmented reality workouts are becoming very popular because they make exercise fun! A 2017 study in the MDPI Sports Journal found that 40% of people stop exercising because they get bored. These new digital workouts aim to solve that problem by making fitness more exciting.
When we think about fitness and technology, we might first think of smartwatches. But there’s more to discover! Games like “Just Dance” use Nintendo Wii controllers or Xbox Kinect to turn exercise into fun. These games feature special workout modes with great smusic, offering an enjoyable way to do cardio.
Fitness Destination: When Home Workouts Become Immersive
The COVID lockdowns really made digital workouts take off. When people couldn’t go to the gym, they started exercising at home. Technology helped by creating fun exercise games. These games work for people who like to exercise alone or with others—even virtual friends! Billions of people now have access to these game-like workouts.
With a special headset, you can turn your living room into a futuristic world. Games like “Holoball” make it feel like you’re in a 80s sci-fi movie. The computer players in this game learn how you play and adjust the difficulty as you progress.
Another game, “Thrill of the Fight,” lets you participate in boxing matches in a virtual world. It’s a great workout that helps you get stronger and back in shape. Even kids can enjoy it!
Viral Training, Signed TikTok
Digital fitness became very popular on TikTok. One big hit was the Electricity Game Challenge, which uses augmented reality to create a fun workout game.
Since launching in 2020, over 5 million people have tried it in just one year!
The game, designed by a trainer, has you move through an electric maze, dodging obstacles and engaging your whole body. On TikTok, “AR Fitness classes” also offer short, simple workouts to quickly activate your muscles. They’ve become very popular. What makes the challenge fun is sharing it with others. By checking out the challenge hashtags, you can easily learn the moves and support your favorite creators before joining in.
#electricitygamechallenge
Technology is becoming key for those who work out. With the Ghost Pacer glasses, joggers can race against a virtual opponent using augmented reality. You can also challenge yourself with the Formswim AR goggles, which track your stats in real time to help you beat your personal records.
