How Can FootGaming Impact Total Physical Fitness?
One definition of physical fitness describes it as a set of attributes that people have or achieve relating to their ability to perform physical activity (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 1996). Physical fitness is a state of well-being with low risk of premature health problems and energy to participate in a variety of physical activities (Howley & Franks, 1997). Benefits delivered with FootGaming align with recent definitions in the literature (ACSM, 1998; USDHHS, 1996; USDHHS, 2000). Too often we tie our practice of physical activity to an outcome like weight loss. With FootGaming, the activity is tied to compelling, fun to play and easy to access computer games. While the cardio and endurance may not equal that of running 3 miles or playing one on one basketball, it all depends on the initial fitness level of the FootGamer. For more on exactly how much cardio and endurance training you might expect with FootGaming, see our METS Explanation. Get Your FootPOWR and get more
