Diffusion of InnovationsMultimedia Presentation

XerTrainer

Sue Beer2011

EDUC 7101-2Walden University

XerTrainer

NEED

• Sedentary lifestyles have impacted the amount that children exercise AND their desire to exercise but not all children are interested in organized sports. Schools are trying to make their P.E.classes more inclusive to children of different sizes, abilities and interests.

RESEARCH

• Scientific research was done in 2011 comparing energy cost of 6 forms of exergaming• Results claimed that the Xertrainer showed higher results in exercise, enjoyment and social development.

DEVELOPMENT

The original goal behind the creation of Sportwall was to create fun short, fast moving, full-body games that engaged the full intensity and focus of the athlete, with results measured via electronically generated scores. Today, this approach has proven successful and continues to incentivize repeated play until mastery takes place.

COMMERCIALIZATION

• Xergames are present in:• YMCA, JJC & Nonprofits

establishments• Educational settings• Park & Recreation departments• Health & Fitness Clubs• Military- youth and family