Lorna Boschman, a researcher from Simon Fraser University, presents early results from her study of women over forty who use exergames. Presentation at Games for Health in Boston, May 19, 2011.

1. Lorna Boschman at Games for Health in Boston May 19, 2011 everyday design lab SSHRC Doctoral Award

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24. DATA TYPE (N=60) DATA COLLECTION ANALYTIC STRATEGY Aerobic endurance, lower body strength, and standing balance testing Beginning, mid-point and conclusion Statistical analysis: how fitness indicators change over time Self-reported weekly minutes of physical activity Beginning, mid-point and conclusion Statistical analysis; chart frequency of other forms of exercise than exergame; compare time spent on exergames vs. other exercises, how trends change over time Open-ended interview discussion: how game is used as part of sustained fitness program, exercise partners or groups, and instruction from fitness trainer Beginning, mid-point and conclusion Recorded using digital audio recorder. Files coded and analyzed using Atlas.t i qualitative analysis software. Use techniques like coding interviews to develop themes and relationships. Total of 187 (12-30 minute each) interviews will be analyzed.