Alpha testing of the rapid recovery Kayaking-based exergame

Rapid Recovery is a novel engaging exergame intended to facilitate shoulder rehabilitation and physical fitness through a kayak simulation across several courses/scenarios. Here we present the results of alpha testing that was conducted to examine initial functionality of Rapid Recovery and to gauge the game´s clarity of content, ease of use, and the user interface. Preliminary results have provided us useful feedback that will aid future development and have provided us with insight regarding user perceptions with respect to exergaming.