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This is a huge problem, not only mentally, but physically well. Shameless plug, but one that's probably highly relevant to this demographic: My current projec

by m52go 13y ago

This is a huge problem, not only mentally, but physically well. Shameless plug, but one that's probably highly relevant to this demographic: My current project is desktop alerts to remind people to be more active at work: stretches, activity tips, etc. to de-stress the back, neck, wrist, improve circulation, reduce blood sugar, etc. Indicate your interest at motionandcompany.com. Stay healthy, my friends!

RankingMember 13y ago
What's the deal with the gif in the "feel weird?" block (the one with the guy holding the microphone)? Otherwise I get it, but couldn't I just set a timer using the multitude of timer apps (or a physical timer) to do the same thing?
- girvo 13y ago
  Yes, and you can do it a whole host of other ways. But me, personally, I often find dedicated applications for particular purposes work better :)
  - m52go 13y ago
    The goal is to develop this into a standalone desktop application (think: Growl notifications). Then, it'll be paired with a custom hardware peripheral to encourage social reinforcement. Right now, it's email-based, which is pretty terrible. Way more intrusive than I'd like.
- m52go 13y ago
  You could, but who actually does? You'd have to be awfully committed to set timers each and every day. Eventually, I want to pair it with a physical desktop hardware companion to close the feedback loop and really integrate it deeper into office culture. Wellness programs right now are a joke because 1) they lack feedback to prove effectiveness and 2) exercising after work does not fix the damage of sitting all day. That was Michelle Obama's photo-bomb on the Miami Heat from earlier this week. I think she was trying to convey the same thing I'm trying to convey: there's no shame in moving around and stretching in the office, although it might look a little weird to others.
dankoss 13y ago
I assume you're familiar with WorkRave[1] and Time Out[2], both of which are free? How is what you're offering different? [1] http://www.workrave.org/ http://www.workrave.org/ [2] http://www.dejal.com/timeout/ http://www.dejal.com/timeout/

by m52go 13y ago

RankingMember 13y ago

What's the deal with the gif in the "feel weird?" block (the one with the guy holding the microphone)? Otherwise I get it, but couldn't I just set a timer using the multitude of timer apps (or a physical timer) to do the same thing?

girvo 13y ago
Yes, and you can do it a whole host of other ways. But me, personally, I often find dedicated applications for particular purposes work better :)
- m52go 13y ago
  The goal is to develop this into a standalone desktop application (think: Growl notifications). Then, it'll be paired with a custom hardware peripheral to encourage social reinforcement. Right now, it's email-based, which is pretty terrible. Way more intrusive than I'd like.
m52go 13y ago
You could, but who actually does? You'd have to be awfully committed to set timers each and every day. Eventually, I want to pair it with a physical desktop hardware companion to close the feedback loop and really integrate it deeper into office culture. Wellness programs right now are a joke because 1) they lack feedback to prove effectiveness and 2) exercising after work does not fix the damage of sitting all day. That was Michelle Obama's photo-bomb on the Miami Heat from earlier this week. I think she was trying to convey the same thing I'm trying to convey: there's no shame in moving around and stretching in the office, although it might look a little weird to others.

dankoss 13y ago

I assume you're familiar with WorkRave[1] and Time Out[2], both of which are free? How is what you're offering different? [1] http://www.workrave.org/ http://www.workrave.org/ [2] http://www.dejal.com/timeout/ http://www.dejal.com/timeout/