Liam McMahon
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Stride Running
Product designRethinking how users can leverage apps to enhance their training while prioritizing health, avoiding overtraining, and preventing injuries.
I started my research with a competitive analysis to see what was currently on the market and what unique features these apps offer. This research revealed many of the most popular running apps ignored injury management and prevention features.
I began by sketching ideas on paper and brainstorming solutions that can help runners prevent injuries. This led to the development of key features, including a personalized onboarding system that assesses each runner’s experience and injury history. Additionally, a health section provides information on common running injuries, which can be integrated into a training plan that automatically adjusts based on the user’s injury status. To further support athletes, push notifcations are sent during runs to remind them if they’re overtraining, promoting safer and more effective workouts.