Gamercize

Gamercize is an example of an exergaming accessory, connecting exercise machines such as stationary cycles and steppers to video games consoles. These includes the Xbox, GameCube, PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3 and the PC. Gamercize, protected by international patent in 2004, was first shown to the public at Leisure Industry Week in 2006. .

Description
Exercise motion is detected in the same way calorie counter and exercise computers count repetitions on individual exercise machines. When exercise motion ceases, for the period of time dependent on the difficulty setting, the game controller input is stopped. Any game can be used as this approach does not interact directly with the game control.

Exercise machines are only suitable when balance can be maintained and hands are free to operate game controllers. For this reason treadmills and rowing machines are not suitable and could be dangerous.

Purpose
Exergaming is intended to provide entertainment through playing video games whilst exercising on fitness equipment.