![]() ![]() However, it wasn't until Konami's Dance Dance Revolution became popular that exergaming really took off. From running and hula hooping to dancing and skiing, there are many different types of video games available today that can help you exercise while you're having fun playing video games.Īlthough Nintendo's Wii Fit and Microsoft's Kinect games have popularized exergaming recently, exergaming actually dates back to the late 1980s. Thanks to exergaming (that's a term for games that combine EXERcise and GAMING), you can now play video games and get exercise at the same time.Įxergaming uses technology that tracks your body's movements and reactions. Playing video games doesn't have to be just a sedentary activity, though. ![]() However, the rest of your body might not be getting the exercise it needs. If you spend hours playing games that only require you to use a few buttons on your controller, then your thumbs may be in great shape. ![]() It all depends upon what video games you're playing. If you stay on the couch and play video games for hours and hours, you might not be getting the amount of exercise that you need. For example, if you play video games instead of doing your homework, your grades could suffer.Īlso, playing too many video games might mean you're spending too much time on the couch. Why? They're just worried about you and want to make sure you're not doing things that are unhealthy.Ĭan watching television or playing video games be unhealthy? Yes, they certainly can…if you spend too much time doing these things instead of other things you need to do. Are they right? It depends.Īdults - especially parents - often keep track of how much time you spend watching television and playing video games. They might also say you're spending too much time in front of the television. Do you like to play video games? If you're like many kids, your answer was probably a loud “Yes!" And why not? Today's video games are totally awesome!įrom time to time, though, you may have adults tell you that you're spending too much time playing video games. ![]()
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