VR Tech
Consumer facing VR (virtual reality) is 3D computer generated immersive environments. A well-known and popular example is the VR headset that was sold by a company called Oculus which was bought and rebranded by Meta in 2014. Using this headset one image is in front of each eye while sensors are used for tracking movements from the real world to the virtual world. This can lead to an immersive experience to the user physically, mentally and emotionally in some cases.
VR Fitness
There are several fitness apps in the store that are available to download or purchase after a free trial. These apps range from a more traditional fitness routine such as boxing to even having a personal trainer at a gym. There are no added pieces of equipment to use other than the headset and game controllers; which also means not putting away bulky equipment. This makes working out more suitable for everyone regardless of physical limitations or the space.
Benefits
In research done, findings found that using VR to exercise has psychological benefits as well as physical and physiological benefits for the user experiencing the VR environment. Another benefit is that these VR fitness apps take many things into consideration such as range of motion, age, weight, and other options to make it truly customizable for the person using it.
