VR gaming as a fitness biohack, re-visited (now with metrics!)

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Compares regular fast-paced room-scale VR gaming with traditional workouts and inactivity using a biometric sensor to collect metrics on exercise intensity, sleep patterns, and physical/mental condition. Describes a detailed home VR gaming setup and shares practical findings on how VR sessions measure up to conventional exercise.

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