Exergame Snacks: Promoting Enjoyable, Effective, and Time-Efficient Physical Activity

Exercise snacks-brief, vigorous activity bouts-are efficient, but their demanding nature makes adherence difficult. This article introduces the concept of exergame snacks: short, game-based physical activity sessions designed to enhance engagement. By combining gaming's appeal with the health benefits and time efficiency of exercise snacks, this approach offers a promising strategy to boost adherence among individuals who struggle with motivation for traditional exercise .

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Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews
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2026-01-09
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https://doi.org/10.1249/jes.0000000000000379
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Physical Activity and Health
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Exergame Snacks: Promoting Enjoyable, Effective, and Time-Efficient Physical Activity

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Exercise snacks-brief, vigorous activity bouts-are efficient, but their demanding nature makes adherence difficult. This article introduces the concept of exergame snacks: short, game-based physical activity sessions designed to enhance engagement. By combining gaming's appeal with the health benefits and time efficiency of exercise snacks, this approach offers a promising strategy to boost adherence among individuals who struggle with motivation for traditional exercise .

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