{"id":3722,"date":"2021-11-05T18:06:24","date_gmt":"2021-11-05T10:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.smart.com.ph\/?p=3722"},"modified":"2021-11-05T18:06:24","modified_gmt":"2021-11-05T10:06:24","slug":"exciting-apps-and-games-for-at-home-workouts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartcommunications-develop.go-vip.net\/?p=3722","title":{"rendered":"Exciting Apps and Games for At Home Workouts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Want to workout but feeling lazy or unmotivated?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muhealth.org\/our-stories\/pandemic-weight-gain-its-thing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">people who stayed mostly at home during the lockdown<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, either for work or for school, you might have had the tendency to eat more snacks during office and school hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maybe your pre-pandemic exercise routines got thrown off due to lockdown restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Staying active during the pandemic helps you both <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyg.2020.590172\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">physically and psychologically<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to researchers, regular physical activity can have a positive impact on dealing with the health risks brought by COVID-19.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At the same time, maintaining an active lifestyle <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waldenu.edu\/online-bachelors-programs\/bs-in-psychology\/resource\/five-mental-benefits-of-exercise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">helps<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with depression, anxiety, stress, and also improves sleep and cognitive functions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To bring back your excitement in working out, we\u2019ve made a list of games and apps that you could use to stay fit while you\u2019re in the comforts of your own home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ring Fit Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ring Fit Adventure Overview Trailer - Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/skBNiJd61Qw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you like going on adventures, you\u2019ll definitely want to play this game.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ring Fit Adventure lets you go on journeys while battling enemies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To make your character move in the game, you\u2019ll have to jog, run, twist your hips, or do squats based on your chosen adventure path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Attacking enemies also has a lot of different sets of exercises for you to do, such as doing yoga poses, lunges, hip lifts, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is a great game for people who want to stay fit, and also for those who want to start learning workout routines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Play this game on your Nintendo Switch. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ecommerce.datablitz.com.ph\/products\/nsw-ringfit-adventure-mde\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Buy the game here and start your fitness adventure now.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Just Dance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Full Song List | Just Dance 2022 [Official]\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vnab1gHwJeY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For those who love dancing, this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">game<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> will definitely keep you moving.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can set different levels of difficulties based on your experience or dancing skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re new to dancing, there are also game modes that will definitely get you going.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All you have to do is follow the dance steps shown to you while playing the game.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You get scored based on your accuracy in executing the dance moves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can also make this more fun by having a dance battle with your family or friends to see who scores higher.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Jumpstart your dance career by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/just-dance-2021-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">downloading it on your Nintendo Switch<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Just Dance is on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Google Stadia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Also, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ubisoft.com\/en-gb\/game\/just-dance\/2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Just Dance 2022 just got released, download the game here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Apple Fitness Plus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Introducing Apple Fitness+\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g8PVuxzuoCA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re looking for something to give you a nudge to start working out, Apple Fitness Plus might be great for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can set fitness goals in the beginning, and the app lets you know your progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Choose from a huge collection of workout classes, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ake classes on yoga, dance, strength building, cycling, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Since most classes in this app are led by certified instructors, you\u2019ll definitely feel like you\u2019re attending an actual class in the gym or studio.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are also classes where celebrities or life coaches host the workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get into the competitive spirit by competing with other people who use the app through leaderboards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You&#8217;ll need an Apple Watch to use Apple Fitness Plus. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/fitness\/id1208224953\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Download this app on the Apple App Store here.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Motion Tennis Cast<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Motion Tennis Cast - Trailer for Android Smartphones &amp; Chromecast\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/b-VfK2nd7P4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Are you a tennis enthusiast? Well, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is a great way to have fun, stay fit, and play tennis from the comforts of your own home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motiontennis.tv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">play the game<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, you\u2019ll need a TV or a monitor that supports streaming or casting, and your mobile phone as your virtual tennis racket.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Practice your tennis skills while staying indoors, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">slice, smash, and volley anytime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Play a game of tennis with your friends or family. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rolocule.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visit the game developers\u2019 website here to find out more.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Zwift<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What is Zwift? A Quick Overview | Zwift\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LBXnYW6yX_Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Miss the thrill of racing competitively on your bike? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Then Zwift won\u2019t disappoint.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The great thing about this is that you can use your own bike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can go on the game and just ride, the game will show you other bikers who are also in that same game mode to help motivate you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ride in real time competitive races with bikers from your own home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To play this game, you\u2019ll need a bike, a bike roller or trainer, sensors to measure your cadence and speed, and a smart device.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zwift.com\/create_account\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Create your Zwift account here and start riding now.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Walkr<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Walkr - Galaxy Adventure in Your Pocket - iPhone\/iPod Touch\/iPad - HD Gameplay Trailer\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Oa5hyREkP2g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/walkrgame.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take an adventure<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in your spaceship and discover planets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get your journey started by accumulating \u201cwalking energy\u201d. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To earn this, well, you\u2019ll have to walk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The game also functions as a pedometer, so bring your phone along with you while you walk inside your home to get more fuel for your spaceship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You can also make friends with cute pets in-game that you\u2019ll help get back to their home planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check out Walkr on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.fourdesire.spacewalk&amp;hl=en&amp;gl=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Google Play<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/walkr-a-gamified-fitness-app\/id834805518\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Apple App Store<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smart.com.ph\/Pages\/gigalife-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Smart GigaLife App<\/a> now and subscribe to exciting data promos so you can download these games on your mobile phones or Nintendo Switch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smart.com.ph\/prepaid\/promos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Your Smart mobile data subscription<\/a> will also connect you with your friends so you can motivate each other to get fit through these games\u2019 online leaderboards.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to workout but feeling lazy or unmotivated? 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