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Two-player partnered exergame for obesity prevention: Using discrepancy in players’ abilities as a strategy to motivate physical activity

APA Reference: 

Feltz, D. L., Irwin, B., & Kerr, N. (2012). Two-player partnered exergame for obesity prevention: Using discrepancy in players' abilities as a strategy to motivate physical activity. Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology, 6(4), 820-827.

Author(s): 
Feltz, D. L.
Irwin, B.
Kerr, N.
Year: 
2012
Journal: 
Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology
Health topic:
Exercise and Fitness
Obesity and Weight Loss

Target Population:
Adults
General Audience
Young Adults

Social Tags:
Bariatrics
Body shape
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Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus
Health
Medicine
Metabolic disorders
Nutrition
Obesity

Game platform:
Game Console

Publication type:
Journal Article

Industry Term:
Obesity Prevention

Events Facts:
Person Career

Position:
player

Tags for: Two-player partnered exergame for obesity prevention: Using discrepancy in players’ abilities as a strategy to motivate physical activity

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