exergaming

American  

[ek-ser-gey-ming] / ˈɛk sərˌgeɪ mɪŋ /

noun

1. the activity of playing video games that involve physical exertion and are thought of as a form of exercise.

   Exergaming with a balance board or modified exercise bike is a great way to burn calories.

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exergaming British  

/ ˈɛksəˌɡeɪmɪŋ /

noun

1. the playing of video games that require rigorous physical exercise and are intended as a work-out, such as those in which players race a virtual bicycle on-screen by pedalling a simulator resembling an exercise bike

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Other Word Forms

• exergame noun

Etymology

Origin of exergaming

First recorded in 2000–05; exer(cise) + gaming

Example Sentences

“We’re seeing that exergaming helps people get an appreciation of the potential benefits of healthy lifestyle habits.”

From Seattle Times

“We’re hoping that by having the exergaming experience at the brain gym they’ll take this into real life by increasing activities like gardening, dancing, walking, socializing with friends, or even doing recumbent biking at home while listening to podcasts,” Merrill said.

From Seattle Times

The technology also allowed for a Wii-inspired boom in a niche genre, "exergaming."

From Salon

Then, in 2008, Nintendo capitalized on the burgeoning exergaming genre by launching "Wii Fit."

From Salon

This is all to say that the Switch's success and features provided an opportunity for an exergaming follow-up.

From Salon