Esports Gamers, Recreational Gamers, and the Active Couch Potato Lifestyle

Andrew LeppCollege of Education, Health and Human Services, Kent State University, Bryan DowdellDepartment of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Weber State University, Brian Yim, Jacob E. BarkleyCollege of Education, Health and Human Services, Kent State University

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

Published online on June 15, 2023

Abstract

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, Ahead of Print.
Esports gamers compete in sanctioned tournaments whereas recreational gamers play video games casually for fun. Research suggests exercise might benefit esports performance. Regular exercise combined with prolonged sitting while gaming may lead esports ...