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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Kinesiology
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

  • Traditional exercise programs often face adherence challenges in older adults.
  • Virtual and augmented reality technologies offer novel approaches to physical activity.
  • Integrating cognitive tasks may enhance engagement in exercise interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design, develop, and test virtual augmented exercise (VAE) gaming for older adults.
  • To evaluate user preference and adherence to VAE compared to traditional exercise.
  • To investigate the impact of VAE on exercise outcomes and its relationship with fitness levels.

Main Methods:

  • Three versions of an underwater VAE environment were developed.
  • 22 healthy adults aged 50 and over participated in the study.
  • Participants engaged with VAE incorporating puzzles and target-based cognitive tasks.

Main Results:

  • Participants showed a strong preference for VAE over traditional physical exercise.
  • An adherence rate of 100% was observed for the VAE intervention.
  • Fitness level did not correlate with VAE performance, suggesting accessibility for varying fitness levels.
  • VAE with cognitive elements appeared to mitigate negative associations with exercise outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Virtual augmented exercise gaming is a highly preferred and engaging exercise modality for older adults.
  • VAE demonstrates potential to improve exercise adherence and outcomes in the senior population.
  • This innovative approach, combining physical and cognitive challenges, shows promise for promoting active lifestyles in older adults.