New/Upcoming Release Pokemon Go app

Sue B · 07-11-16, 07:13 AM

This is workout-related, because yesterday I power walked a good three and a half miles keeping up with my daughter as she chased virtual monsters. I also had to talk her out of stalking the local VFW at 9:30 at night because she said there is a "gym" there.

This morning, I can relate to these people!
http://gizmodo.com/sore-legs-become-...den-1783402931

kristieb726 · 07-11-16, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Sue B

This is workout-related, because yesterday I power walked a good three and a half miles keeping up with my daughter as she chased virtual monsters. I also had to talk her out of stalking the local VFW at 9:30 at night because she said there is a "gym" there.

This morning, I can relate to these people!
http://gizmodo.com/sore-legs-become-...den-1783402931

Please be careful while using this app because unfortunately there are folks targeting people for robbery using it. Not saying you shouldn't enjoy the game, just exercise some caution.

http://www.theverge.com/2016/7/10/12...eries-missouri

Kris

momofcha · 07-11-16, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by kristieb726

Please be careful while using this app because unfortunately there are folks targeting people for robbery using it. Not saying you shouldn't enjoy the game, just exercise some caution.

http://www.theverge.com/2016/7/10/12...eries-missouri

Kris

Unbelievable. My kids are hooked on this game - thanks for the warning.

Sue B · 07-11-16, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by kristieb726

Please be careful while using this app because unfortunately there are folks targeting people for robbery using it. Not saying you shouldn't enjoy the game, just exercise some caution.

http://www.theverge.com/2016/7/10/12...eries-missouri

Kris

I heard about that, too. Luckily we were among a few million people who didn't get robbed.

You can always count on the media for discouraging going outdoors and exercising, except when they're carping about obesity.

cdayley · 07-11-16, 10:02 AM

I think it's a great thing that an app is actually getting the older video game generation (like my son) to go outside and exercise!!

Chrys Dayley

kristieb726 · 07-11-16, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Sue B

I heard about that, too. Luckily we were among a few million people who didn't get robbed.

You can always count on the media for discouraging going outdoors and exercising, except when they're carping about obesity.

That's awesome and happy to hear this but unfortunately there are crazy people in the world. The focus of the articles that I've read haven't mentioned exercise at all,since so many participate don't use it for that, just for the fun aspect. I'm just saying keep an eye out.

Kris

Cher · 07-11-16, 12:10 PM

I followed my DS around town Saturday looking for Pokemon and racked up about 5,000 extra steps.....and I already h ad my 10,000 for the day prior to that!

Messe · 07-11-16, 03:49 PM

I saw lots of Pokemon GO activity around here over the weekend. Between that and the July Find Waldo event going on downtown, people of all ages were having a great time together on Saturday.

bee · 07-11-16, 06:02 PM

I saw a post on fb about a girl in the UK who got hit and killed by a car while playing. I'm not sure about the validity of it but thought I'd mention it so people can remind their kids to be mindful while crossing the street.

bzar · 07-11-16, 06:07 PM

my son has been doing this since it launched. thank you for the warning regarding safety.

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07-11-16, 07:13 AM
Sue B VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Maryland	Pokemon Go app This is workout-related, because yesterday I power walked a good three and a half miles keeping up with my daughter as she chased virtual monsters. I also had to talk her out of stalking the local VFW at 9:30 at night because she said there is a "gym" there. This morning, I can relate to these people! http://gizmodo.com/sore-legs-become-...den-1783402931 __________________ Move your body often, sometimes hard. Every bit counts. Drop Two Sizes, Fit Body Blueprint, STRONG Eat. Lift. Thrive. and Revamp grad DISCLOSURE: I have a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.

07-11-16, 10:02 AM
cdayley Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho	I think it's a great thing that an app is actually getting the older video game generation (like my son) to go outside and exercise!! Chrys Dayley

07-11-16, 12:10 PM
Cher Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Michigan	I followed my DS around town Saturday looking for Pokemon and racked up about 5,000 extra steps.....and I already h ad my 10,000 for the day prior to that!

07-11-16, 03:49 PM
Messe Join Date: Nov 2001	I saw lots of Pokemon GO activity around here over the weekend. Between that and the July Find Waldo event going on downtown, people of all ages were having a great time together on Saturday. __________________ Martha You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. — Maya Angelou

07-11-16, 06:02 PM
bee VF Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008	I saw a post on fb about a girl in the UK who got hit and killed by a car while playing. I'm not sure about the validity of it but thought I'd mention it so people can remind their kids to be mindful while crossing the street.

07-11-16, 06:07 PM
bzar Exchange Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: PalmTreeVille	my son has been doing this since it launched. thank you for the warning regarding safety. __________________ ~jeannine Miyagi: Wax on, right hand. Wax off, left hand. Wax on, wax off. Breathe in through nose, out the mouth. Wax on, wax off. Don't forget to breathe, very important. [walks away, still making circular motions with hands] ~ Pat Morita, The Karate Kid, 1984 disclosure: in the years 2002-2004 i had a professional relationship with a distributor of fitness videos; see profile.