5 Active Video Games to Encourage Exergaming in Kids


Updated 03/09/11 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Active Video Games That Encourage Kids to Move

You never thought you'd hear yourself say, "Go play with your video games!" But according to a new study in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, active video games, or so-called "exergames," are actually healthy for kids. According to the research, video games that encourage intense movement can result in kids burning at least the same number of calories as more traditional Read more

US Navy Recommending Wii Fit Training in Boot Camp


Updated 05/27/10 7:42 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

US Navy Will Begin Using Wii Fit in Boot Camp

As you may remember, I tried the Wii Fit for 30 days after its release. Although I did see some results, I don't think it was anything close to what G.I. Jane accomplished in boot camp. Nonetheless, the US Navy recently announced that they'll be adding games like Dance Dance Revolution and Wii Fit to the early stages of boot camp to prepare recruits for the rigors of what's to come. Apparently, Read more

Let Video Games Shape You Up in 2009!


Updated 01/02/09 5:30 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Let Video Games Shape You Up in 2009!

Since losing weight is number one on FitSugar's New Year's Resolution poll, I wanted to be here for you to tell you that it doesn't have to be all gyms and stinky lockers. Getting in shape can be fun — just turn on your video game console! Check out my guide to getting fit with gadgets in 2009. Source Read more

Dance Dance: The Power Evolution


Updated 10/05/08 11:27 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 10 comments

Club Watt in Rotterdam is Powered by Dancers' Energy

I've been waiting to hear more about dancer-powered nightclubs since I heard about the one that opened in London this Summer, and it looks like one has opened in Rotterdam, and is now in business! When clubgoers hit the dance floor at Club Watt, the energy produced by their moving feet lights up the LED dance floor. Other sustainable practices go on besides the booty shakin' as well, like using Read more

Games Can Get You In Shape For the Big Day Too!


Updated 05/16/08 8:42 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 7 comments

Shape Up Before Your Wedding with Games!

I guess it's a rite of passage that you freak out before your wedding — whether it's over the flower arrangements, the cake, or your body. Although you should never stoop to crash dieting (I know Fit would tell you the same), it may actually help you to chill out by playing a video game. Bonus, if those games are interactive and get your blood pumping, you might just lose a few pounds while Read more

Stephen Colbert in a Dance Dance Revolution Dance-Off!


Updated 05/09/08 2:40 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 14 comments

Stephen Colbert in a Dance Dance Revolution Dance-Off!

TIME magazine recently released its list of the top 100 most influential people and needless to say, comedian Stephen Colbert wasn't very happy with the results. With first place going to video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto (Wii creator) and second place going to Korean pop star Rain, Colbert's heart sank when he saw his third place ranking. And what's a man to do when he feels like he's been Read more

DanceDanceRevolution Universe2 Song Lineup Released


Updated 11/01/07 8:23 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 12 comments

DanceDanceRevolution Universe2 Song Lineup Released

All you DanceDanceRevolution fans will be pleased to hear that the creators of DanceDanceRevolution Universe2 have released the artists and song list for the game, which is set to release this winter. It will include fun songs by Franz Ferdinand, Outkast, Herbie Hancock, Ferry Corsten, Kool and the Gang, Men Without Hats and my favorite, The Bangles. DanceDanceRevolution Universe2 also Read more

Geeky Bridal Shower Games: DDR and Guitar Hero


Updated 06/25/07 2:03 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 9 comments

Geeky Bridal Shower Games: DDR and Guitar Hero

It seems unanimous: geeky women approve of video game infused gatherings and parties complete with a little Wii, PlayStation and Xbox action, so why not add a little video gaming to your bridal shower? At first I was a tad appalled by the idea - being an old fashioned girl who thinks bridal showers should be filled with overflowing tea pots, scrumptious tea cake and dorky question games (you know Read more

Is Exergaming The Next Trend in Fitness?


Updated 05/07/07 11:32 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 14 comments

Is Exergaming The Next Trend in Fitness?

From the Wii weight loss challenge, DDR busting a move in PE classes across the nation to substituting traditional workouts and sex to a little Wii tennis time, the media can't stop talking about whipping the fat video gamer stereotype into a fit and trim calorie-burning-video- game-playing machine. Even the Associated Press recently got in on the fun, going so far as to call the rise of Read more

Why Aren't American Arcades More Fun?


Updated 05/04/07 3:07 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 9 comments

Why Aren't American Arcades More Fun?

Tokyomango - a site that offers everything one might want to know about the "birth city of Godzilla, Gundam, all-you-can-eat shabu shabu and panty vending machines" - recently featured this great photo of its editor rocking out to a dog walking video game. Here's more: This is arguably the most challenging arcade game I have ever played. Much more so than Beatmania or DDR (j/k, I so don't play Read more