What gets you to exercise?

One of the latest trends in the land of computer gaming is exergaming, or exertainment.  The idea is creating video or computer games that make you move a little more.  Testimonials are coming out of people really getting in shape using these things.  Ideally, these aren’t obviously marketed as "exercise games" – you’re not supposed to feel like you’re exercising, just having fun!

Ok, the concept sounds good on the surface, but would this really get you to exercise, long term?  Getting exercise, as we’ve said before, is very important for people dealing with headaches and migraine.  The question is how to integrate that into your life.  We’ve seen lots of games and other tools to get people to exercise, and many of us would still rather sit on the couch – is this any different?

On the other hand, this may be a trend toward games that get you even more involved, something the gaming world has been promising for way too long (think virtual reality).  Maybe if you already enjoy gaming, and can find the right game, this is a move in the right direction!  I have to admit, Golf Launchpad would not be my thing, but if you like to golf… (note that this is a Canadian company – someone wanted to golf during the winter and couldn’t find a day warm enough!)