Virtual reality headsets have come a long way since the first time I saw a VR “arcade” pop up in a mall in the 1990s. (I never played, although I was curious; five bucks a game was like a whole week’s ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. People who exercise in a virtual gym might feel a boost of Herculean ...

The Virtual Reality "Flow" workout on Supernatural lets you wield one or two batons at fast moving targets in hyper-realistic immerisve 360 settings. Imagine a home gym. Now take away the treadmill, ...

This browser does not support the video element. VR fitness isn't just a gimmick. The headset turns exercise into an interactive game that makes you forget it's a workout. That is, when it doesn't ...

This article is part of our series Battle of the Brands, in which we compare category-leading products to their counterparts to determine which are actually worth your money. Modern virtual reality ...

"I've stopped thinking about myself in a negative way, " says guest coach Chesney Mariani, who has used the virtual reality exercise app every day for a year For 365 days, Chesney Mariani has ...

Yes, data shows virtual reality workouts can burn just as many calories as other workouts. Plus, some games make you forget you’re even working out. Can video games be a workout? Yes, experts say, and ...

Although gyms are slowly reopening around the country, you'd be forgiven if you don't feel entirely confident about rushing back into sweaty public places. Sure, you can continue running outdoors to ...

I exercised using five virtual-reality workouts on my Meta Quest 3 headset. The best workout apps used interesting visuals and competitive elements. I think virtual-reality workouts are best for ...

Like many of parts of our daily routine, workouts have been re-imagined in the age of COVID-19. And with the majority of us doing our exercises at home, many fitness brands have had to re-work their ...

Slicing orbs to the beat of your favorite song, jumping over and ducking under laser beams, or sword fighting orcs in the middle of a forest — if these workouts sound like a lot more fun than clocking ...

Exercise isn’t one-size-fits-all. While some enjoy the camaraderie of group classes and shared workouts, others find more benefit in the peace of solo or virtual sweat sessions. Figuring out what ...