The chapter delves into the concept of gamification in fitness technology, focusing on running apps and the impact of incorporating game elements like leaderboards. The speakers share personal experiences and discuss the balance between creating a fun game and incentivizing physical activity for health. They also touch on the potential dangers of streaks and the challenges faced by companies transitioning from tech products to content creation in the fitness industry.
Today on the flagship podcast of configuration changes:
The Verge's Tom Warren joins the show to to talk about the story and legacy of the CrowdStrike crash.
Then we talk with The Verge's Victoria Song and Zombies, Run creator Adrian Hon about making exercising fun without making it competitive and awful.
Finally, we answer a hotline question about handheld gadgets for new parents — because there's a lot of time to kill when there's a baby around.
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