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What is Virtual Runner – NEW

What is Virtual Runner?

Virtual Runner is an exciting application developed by Outside Interactive with the purpose of elevating the treadmill experience.

Created with the treadmill runner in mind, Virtual Runner consists of a software “app” that can be used with Windows, an iPad or a Tablet. This application is used in conjunction with our professionally shot HD videos. These videos are filmed from a first person point of view using state of the art videography technologies. Video speed can be adjusted manually (iPad or Tablet only) to match your pace as you run on the treadmill.

For a more immersive experience, video speed can be adjusted automatically with the use of an ANT+™ footpod and ANT+ Wireless Receiver stick. An optional ANT+ compatible Heart Rate Monitor can also be used to provide real time data via a heads up display. ANT+ is the wireless network protocol found in many of today’s wearable technology by brands such as Garmin, Timex and Adidas.


For the ultimate immersive experience, we are now compatible with several Bluetooth capable treadmills. Not only will the equipment control the video speed on the Virtual Runner app, but we can control the belt incline to match hills in the video. Check back soon for a list of compatible equipment.

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In Action Video – new

Watch the exciting Virtual Runner app in action!

Filmed at our Hopkinton, Mass offices, just steps from the start line of the Boston Marathon©

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How does it work?

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How does it work?

Virtual Runner is designed to work with the existing technology you already own. No special treadmill is required. You simply download Virtual Runner on your iPad, PC, laptop or Tablet along with selected videos you purchase and download. Once Virtual Runner is installed, you simply select the video you wish to run to. After a brief countdown, the video begins. You can adjust the speed of the video to simulate the speed you are running on the treadmill manually if using an iPad or Tablet. For automatic speed adjustment, attach the footpod to your shoelace and plug in the wireless receiver into your iPad, laptop or Tablet and start the program. The video is displayed on your monitor or HDTV (if connected). As you run, the footpod transmits your pace to the USB receiver. This data is read by the Virtual Runner software, which adjusts the speed of the video based on your actual pace. If you run faster, the video will speed up. If you slow down, the video will slow down automatically. The audio component contains natural sounds captured when footage was shot, which are not affected by speed change. A mute option can be enabled if you wish to listen to your own music as well. You also have the option of starting anywhere along a given route by selecting a mile marker so a course can be broken up and covered over several runs.

How does it work – NEW

Simple Setup

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Download
Virtual Runner App

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select
video

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Prepare
Treadmill

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start
running

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How does it work?

Virtual Runner is designed to work with the technology you already own. No special treadmill is required!

As shown above, setting up Virtual Runner is pretty simple. Get started by downloading the Virtual Runner app onto your iPad, Android Tablet, Windows PC or laptop, along with any videos you purchase. Once the app is installed, select the video you wish to use.

You can adjust the speed of the video to simulate the speed you are running on the treadmill manually if using an iPad or Tablet. For automatic speed adjustment, attach the footpod to your shoelace and plug in the wireless receiver into your iPad, laptop or Tablet and start the program. The video is displayed on your monitor or HDTV (if connected). As you run, the footpod transmits your pace to the USB receiver. This data is read by the Virtual Runner software, which adjusts the speed of the video based on your actual pace. If you run faster, the video will speed up. If you slow down, the video will slow down automatically.

The audio component contains natural sounds captured when footage was shot, which are not affected by speed change. A mute option can be enabled if you wish to listen to your own music as well. You also have the option of starting anywhere along a given route by selecting a mile marker so a course can be broken up and covered over several runs.

App Features

App Features

Interactive video is controlled by your pace: You run
faster, the video runs faster. You run slower, the video
runs slower!

Data storage for saved videos and footpod calibration.

Multiple racecourses, running routes and trails
professionally shot and edited, all filmed in High
Definition from a runner’s vantage point.

Add in your own self made videos of your own local or
vacation running routes.

Each professionally created video shows a marker at each
mile or kilometer and an optional Heart Rate Monitor
display. Certain videos and sections of videos contain
elevation prompts notifying you to raise or lower your
treadmill’s incline and by how much.

“Natural Sounds” or “Mute” capabilities.

A “Save” option is available for longer videos you wish to
break up over several workouts.

“Variable Start” – You can select by mile or kilometer
marker where on a course you wish begin.

No more boring runs on the treadmill.

Learn racecourses and landmarks BEFORE you run them.

Run your favorite routes during inclement weather or
even while traveling.

Important Note: Currently Virtual Runner is limited to a 15:00 per
mile or faster pace point. In order for the software to function at
all, you must be able to maintain at least a pace of 15:00 per mile
(4mph / 6.437kph).

Virtual Runner

Virtual Runner is an exciting new video software product developed by Outside Interactive

Testimonials

What People Are Saying

  • “If you find it difficult to get motivated to run on your treadmill and you want to overcome the boredom of running indoors, the Virtual Runner Software is the answer.”

    Treadmill Ratings and Reviews

  • “I have worked in the fitness equipment industry for the last 16 years and have been reviewing treadmills for the last 8 years. Outside Interactive is offering an alternative to the boredom of running in place on your treadmill. Let’s face it, running on a treadmill is a drag in comparison to running outdoors, and the boredom often discourages people to use their treadmills. Outside Interactive offers the perfect solution, the Virtual Runner Software – a visual running experience through famous routes. With the use of a footpod you put on your shoe, you can run and watch your progress on a monitor or a HDTV. The video moves in conjunction with the speed of the runner. It is as close as you are going to get to actually running outdoors, and it makes running in place thrilling.”

    Fred Waters

  • “This is truly a game changer, running over 18 hours a day for 7 days while chasing the records, my biggest challenge was boredom. Outside Interactive has made great strides in making treadmill running more engaging and fun.”

    Sharon Gayter – World Record Holder of the most miles covered on a treadmill in 7 days at 517.33 miles set December, 2010

  • “This is very cool, “I actually feel like I’m on the course. With all the twists and turns, it’s like chapters in a book. You feel like you’re making progress. Without realizing it, you’re an hour in. That’s cool.”

    Eric Blake – World Record Holder for the treadmill marathon at 2:21.40 set 2006

  • “Having 3 little ones and training for New York hasn’t been easy, but when I’m inside on the treadmill, your Virtual Runner Software makes it some much more enjoyable. Thank you.”

    Sara P – Atlanta, GA

  • “Your Virtual Runner product is AMAZING. Time flew by. It actually keeps me on the treadmill longer. I have Apple TV and am looking forward to your iPad version. Central Park on the big screen will be cool!”

    Melanie H via Facebook

  • “I tried the Pre-Paced DVD and just upgraded to the Virtual Runner Software. I love the interaction. Even better is it works with my existing treadmill. Can’t wait for more videos!”

    Cheryl J White Plains, New York

  • “I just ran the Charles River Pre-Paced DVD and am ordering the rest. I’ll get to bring a bit of home with me when I’m next deployed”

    Chris R – Boston, MA

  • “Just ran a 10K in Central Park. Awesome! The software even stored my course PR. Can’t wait to try to break it!”

    Micah B via Facebook

  • “The interaction with the video is amazing! Time flew by!”

    Jaden P Fort Myers, FL

  • “Growing up on Cape Cod, I used to run the Falmouth Road Race Course all the time. Now that I’m in Nebraska, I can still run the course virtually anytime.”

    Maureen L – Gretna, Nebraska

  • “The time just flew by. You actually feel like your making progress.”

    Brian L – Cape Cod, Massachusetts

  • “It’s about time someone came up with this idea. I used it training for the Boston Marathon this year. Knowing the course ahead of time and feeling the elevation of Heartbreak Hill on my own treadmill was great training for the real thing on race day.”

    Lauren via Facebook

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