Trends in healthcare
include a more proactive approach to overweight and increasing
the amount of physical activity an individual of any age will
enjoy. By simply plugging a FootPOWR peripheral to a
computer, anyone can immediately begin to log "game play steps
and calories." Our ability to tie quantified measure
of steps and total exercise from within a game format -
that millions of people of all ages already choose
to play -is an important factor for building
partnerships with healthcare providers, insurance companies and
workplace wellness leaders.
Features and Benefits
The state of wellness (including overweight) in our nation: Healthcare providers from the largest insurance companies to the neighborhood pediatrician, and employers, are frustrated by their lack of success in motivating clients/patients toward a more active and healthful lifestyle. The cost in lack of productivity, insurance costs and absenteeism is a devastating burden to employers. The FootPOWR pad automatically gathers, measures and logs steps. This capability opens the door to a variety of compelling solutions. FootGamers can monitor physical activity-and calorie loss, gain bonuses, discounts and custom incentives. Awareness of exactly how easy it is to add activity that burns a number of calories is key. Choosing to get up and move via computer interaction is one positive choice and step in a wellness direction for many in the sedentary population – of all ages.
Our strategy is to re-invent the manner in which any gamer can communicate with and play games, use software and engage in virtual worlds with fun-enhancing physical activity.
• People who spend 1-4 hours daily playing casual games may feel guilty about “wasting’ that time – getting moving and using calories can validate that use of time as positive
• Balance, coordination, eye tracking and agility are all side benefits of playing casual games via Footgaming™
• Productivity and focus is increased after a Footgaming™ break of even 10 minutes
• The ability to track heart rate and steps – people enjoying knowing their “score” – whether it is in a game or for fitness monitoring
• FootGaming can support your existing wellness efforts: smoking cessation, stress relief, team-building and weight-loss programs
• Some people find that they play better when standing – FootPOWR pad connects standing to the game play
Another benefit - for the employer working hard to increase employee wellness, adding FootGaming to casual gaming puts an activity usually done "on the sly" into center stage at the appropriate time and place with added fitness benefits. Once your register as an Eployer or Employee Footgamer we can customize your information, disocunts and support. For now, take a look at some interesting research on "Casual Games and the Workplace."
We have developed a training program and many support resources for HR, employers and employees who might want to integrate FootGaming at work - or for the at-home/leisure casual game time. E-mail us for more information.
