Stride

Product Type

Premium community mobile app for athletes preparing for triathlons, Iron man, Ultraman, etc.

Core Users

Athletes preparing for triathlons, Iron man, Ultraman, etc. at all training levels 

Core Problems

Helping athletes go from amateur to semi-pro to pro by addressing their challenges in training, nutrition, and event planning.

Assumptions

Users have access to basic fitness equipment and facilities and have some knowledge of triathlon training and nutrition & fueling.

Problem Statement

Athletes preparing for triathlons, Iron man, Ultraman, etc. face several challenges in their journey from amateur to semi-pro to pro. These challenges include lack of guidance on nutrition and training, difficulty in tracking progress and performance, and managing training schedules and recovery.

To address these challenges, design a premium community app that provides athletes with personalized guidance on nutrition and training, tracks their progress and performance, and helps them manage their training schedules and recovery.  

User Persona

Prioritized Problems

• Lack of a comprehensive training plan for all levels of athletes
• Difficulty in finding reliable nutrition advice and guidance
• Not being able to analyze performance data in real-time
• Lack of motivation and accountability for consistent training
• Balancing training and recovery to avoid injury and burnout
• Staying up-to-date with the latest training techniques and technologies
• Limited access to community support and coaching resources
• Personalization of the app experience

Potential Solutions & Features

Comprehensive training plan

A personalized training plan based on their goals, fitness level, and schedule. The plan will include workouts for swimming, cycling, running, and strength training.  

Performance analysis + wearable tracker

Performance analysis tools such as GPS-enabled tracking, heart rate monitoring, and progress reports to help athletes measure their progress, identify areas for improvement and make adjustments to their training plan accordingly.

Nutrition planning

The app will provide athletes with nutrition planning and tracking features to help them optimize their diet for their training and performance goals.

Expert guidance

It will provide athletes with access to a team of expert coaches who can provide feedback on their performance, answer questions, and offer advice on nutrition, recovery, and injury prevention.

Event planning

It will allow athletes to plan and track their participation in events in nearby locations, including registration, travel, and logistics.

Supportive community

A community forum or social network where athletes can connect with each other, share training tips, and receive support from coaches and mentors.

Integrated fitness store

A curated selection of high-quality fitness gear and apparel for triathlon training, based on user reviews and recommendations from experts in the field.

Gamification

It will include gamification features such as badges, rewards, and challenges to keep athletes motivated and engaged.

Video Tutorials/Guides

Coaching resources such as video tutorials, nutrition guides, and injury prevention tips to help athletes stay healthy and avoid injuries during training.

Personalization

It will allow athletes to personalize their experience by setting their goals, preferences, and priorities.