At home
Fitness gaming
Games that get you moving, from boxing to dancing.
- Moderateintensity
- ~315kcal per hour
- Low costbudget
- Mediumimpact
Is fitness gaming right for you?
Games that get you moving, from boxing to dancing. It is a moderate-intensity, medium impact activity that you can do at home, on your own, with a partner or in a group. Expect to burn around 315 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Anyone can start. Expect to spend up to about £20 a month.
Why try fitness gaming
- Burns calories. At around 315 kcal an hour it can help with weight loss alongside a balanced diet.
- Improves fitness. It raises your heart rate and builds stamina.
How to start fitness gaming
Play an active game for 20 minutes and keep the intensity up.
Get the basics: console or vr headset. Borrow or hire before you buy.
Keep the first few sessions short and easy, and aim for two or three a week.
Warm up for five minutes first, build up gradually and stop if anything hurts.
A 4-week starter plan
| Week | Sessions | Minutes each | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 20 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 3 | 25 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 3 | 30 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 3 | 40 | Your longest week. Book or plan what comes next. |
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or injury, check with your GP before you start.
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