It seems every season there’s a new fitness trend that people are raving about.
What about glorious mud runs?
Humans like to be present and engaged.
It’s what keeps them motivated, satisfied, and mentally stimulated.
Some people work out as a form of self-care that allows for escape.
Video games and fitness are working together, but is this new fad right for you?
Video games and workouts collide
Video games carry a long history of stigma attached to them.
Words that come to mind when discussing video games are lazy, addicted, unhealthy, and aggressive.
Aaron Stanton is the founder and director of the Virtual Reality Institute of Health and Exercise.
In an interview withU.S.
And studies agree with Stanton.
A2019 studydivided a group of adults into two groups.
The group with the VR headset also had lower heart rates and was able to lift longer.
Do virtual reality workouts give you results?
The short answer is yes, you’ll probably see results from a VR workout.
Imagine running for hours on a treadmill without feeling a thing, sounds impossible, right?
These two elements lead to more burn time through a longer workout which leads to more calories burned.
They may cause headaches, nausea, and eye strain in some experiences.
If you’re sensitive to motion sickness, it’s best to avoid VR workouts.
It’s important to be cautious with any new fitness regime by listening to your body.
