摘要 |
A method for tracking and rewarding a child's exercise activity by use of a pedometer and computer interface with the steps of providing a pedometer having a pet shape connecting with a computer and associated web site. The user connects the pedometer to the computer to download the site information to the pedometer and upload the pedometer information to the site. The uploaded data shows the amount of activity the user has achieved. The personal web site prompts the user to exercise for an appropriate period of time to keep the virtual pet happy. The user periodically uploads pedometer data to the web page and views amount of points gained. The points relate to the health of the virtual pet. Points can be used in games or traded for prizes.
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