Treadmill Expeditions
Immerse yourself in imagined worlds and embark on high-energy expeditions that challenge your fitness and redefine humanity’s journey.
…from the relative safety of your treadmill.
Remote and mesmerizing landscapes
Inspired by real trails, these expeditions blend breathtaking outdoor routes with immersive, imaginative adventures.
First person science fiction story telling
Inspired by the Xbox game Halo and Craig Alanson’s book series, Expeditionary Force.
Creative and motivating fitness methods
Inspired by the desire to find ways to motivate everyone to improve their fitness and get healthy.
What is this?
This is an entirely new approach to virtual fitness—one that goes beyond tracking points or watching yourself run. Instead, it taps into your emotions and immerses you in a high-stakes storyline where every step matters. You’re not just running; you’re fulfilling a commitment. Humanity is counting on you, and your journey could be the key to its survival.
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Unlimited access to ad-free 4k resolution videos, with high quality sound for an immersive visual and auditory fitness experience.
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Access to a treadmill. Any treadmill will work, no special integration requirements necessary. Alternatively, an elliptical, bike, or other stationary exercise device may work as well.
A video player, such as your cell phone or tablet, internet access, and some headphones. Note: The larger the screen the more immersive the experience (a large screen monitor in front of your treadmill would be ideal).
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As an early stage endeavor, your feedback will go directly to the creator and have a high probability of influencing future expeditions and overall direction.
Join the adventure! Gain free access to the first expedition in the Obsidian Shield series and step into a world of high-energy exploration.
Unlock the full set of expeditions! Gain unlimited access to the complete Obsidian Shield series and future missions. Your journey into high-energy exploration starts now!
Join the elite ranks of Full Access Super Fans! Enjoy all expeditions and future series while directly supporting the adventure. Your generosity keeps the expedition alive!
Expedition Campaigns
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Obsidian Shield
Humanity’s last defense.
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Obsidian Shield
Humanity’s last defense.
FAQs
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Access to all current / future expeditions while account is active.
Ad-free viewing.
Unlimited viewing of each episode to create your own training programs.
Motivation and a more exciting treadmill experience.
A virtual workout experience that enables you to escape reality and immerse yourself in an imagined world.
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As soon as we can get them created. We are actively working on the next several episodes.
You are an early adopter and getting to experience things from the very beginning.
Your support and patience are greatly appreciated.
Your interest, support, and feedback will help this concept grow quicker.
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First goal is to build out the first expedition campaign, which includes 5 expeditions, a prologue, and an epilogue.
Following the success of this first campaign, Obsidian Shield, additional campaigns / stories will follow.
The initial focus is on the stories and an immersive and motivational workout experience; however, there are many exciting directions that this concept can go in. These directions range from expanding storylines to expanding technology to include treadmill integration. The financial success will ultimately dictate how far this concept can grow.
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There is no set schedule at this time; however, the goal is to complete the first campaign, Obsidian Shield, as quickly as possible.
As more expeditions are created, the creative process should become more efficient enabling new expeditions to be created quicker.
Releasing an expedition every 1 - 2 months is the current target.
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This link provides access to a form where you can provide feedback.
All feedback is welcome as the goal of this effort is to make the best and most engaging experience possible.