As summer turns into fall, and indoor physical activity continues to rise; the Anchorage YMCA in Alaska invested in Exergame to turn up the heat! Founded in 1967, the Anchorage Community YMCA is the only YMCA in the State of Alaska. Despite our name, the Y is not just young people, not just for men and not just for…
As health clubs across the world continue to push for more active play options in their facilities, Exergame continues to be the company they choose to go to. Life Time Fitness, one of the largest and most successful health club chains in the country, recently added some of our interactive products to one of their newest Premier Diamond Club facilities- …
When Dana Alexander was tasked with creating a new and innovative space for kids at the brand new Hanover YMCA in Hanover, Pennsylvania she asked for some help. She didn’t want to do “the same thing everyone else was doing” and she knew it had to be top level, cutting edge and be multi dimensional. So she turned to…
Our latest install came at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA. The Little League World Series is one of the more popular events of the summer as kids from all over the world compete in a 16-team tournament. The tournament started on August 17th and will ended on August 27th with one team being crowned champions! Exergame…
When there is a discussion about getting fit and staying fit, people often assume it involves rigorous activity. We live in a culture where the term “no pain no gain” is thrown into people’s faces by an overzealous personal trainer while losing feeling in their lower extremities doing ridiculously intense exercises. And then there are those who get caught up in the latest…
After a heart attack, angioplasty or even heart surgery, many people think that exercise should be avoided because too much strain on the heart could be bad. In reality, just the opposite is true. Regular exercise after a heart procedure helps strengthen the heart muscle and can reduce your risk for heart disease. In fact, regular exercise for people…
Whether you prefer a small, intimate gathering or are a fan of large crowds, most of us enjoy spending time with other people. We all know socializing is fun, but what many people don’t realize is that spending time with others also plays a role in your overall health. Having a good social network has been shown to have a…
It takes more than active gaming to keep your family fit and healthy, a healthy diet is also a necessity. With Thanksgiving Day staring you down, you might want to consider serving side dishes that are healthier than the traditional calorie bombs you usually serve. Thanksgiving isn’t always all about the bird, surround this year’s roasted turkey with side dishes…
If you are searching for information about the importance of physical activities in schools and why it should be maintained and even emphasized, you should finish reading this article. Physical education, whether through active gaming, interactive fitness or traditional methods, plays a vital role in student growth and development. There are also several other benefits as well. Helps Prevent Disease…
Every week brings a new study or other scientific reports on the many benefits of exercise. Almost everyone, regardless their physical condition, is able to engage in at least some form of exercise. But to be as efficient as possible, your exercise regime should follow guidelines set for your health status and age. Interactive fitness can be a big part…
Interactive fitness has become an exceptionally popular way to get into shape and stay fit and healthy. These vigorous forms of activities offer a wide range of benefits and have advantages over traditional forms of exercise. Let’s take a look at a few. The single greatest advantage exergaming holds over traditional methods of exercise is the fact it’s not just…
For many of you, it should be no surprise that exercise can help boost job performance. But this fact alone does not always give some employers incentive to unload thousands of dollars on an on-site gym. It may not be enough incentive to have them even look into active gaming as a way to help keep their employees fit and…
