Comments on: Mobile App Project Proposal Presentation

By: Dave Maki

Dave Maki — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:29:14 +0000

interesting that the app could be apart of a physical space like a gym.

the idea that the app. focuses on a person’s physical form and movement is interesting and could be similar to the Nike iPod partnership. Rewards and incentives are a good idea as well.

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:28:13 +0000

Strengths:
-I like that it’s centered on users who may be trying to break into becoming fit and may be overwhelmed by the gym environment.
-You seem to have a good understanding of why people discourage themselves from working out at the gym

Weaknesses:
-you may want to flesh out a little more how the app works with the experienced user vs. the complete novice.

By: Sam Cox

Sam Cox — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:27:54 +0000

The profile at the end highlighting what people want was good. I think that the more knowledge you have of what people think about exercising will give you better ideas how to approach this in a new way.

By: amcneil

amcneil — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:27:50 +0000

-Would it have a catalogue of exercises for you to follow? Could it help you plan workouts? I find myself doing the same exercises and same movements without a whole lot of variation, I’d want something like this to be all in one spot so I can easily plan a workout or find different exercises.

By: Caitlin Atteberry

Caitlin Atteberry — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:27:36 +0000

Immediate reward system would be interesting to see. Going to the gym is rewarding, but in the much longer term, so I think this would help user stay motivated.

I’d like to see how the app uses augmented reality correct form. I would feel uneasy putting my phone on a cradle far away from me so that my whole body is able to fit on the screen (thieves!).

Nice sans serifs.

By: Leah Lawrence

Leah Lawrence — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:27:18 +0000

Nice presentation. I like how you have all the information we need to understand your direction.

What if you’re already using your iphone to listen to music? How will the two applications co-exist? I see some people exercising with the phone on their arm…how will that affect the use of your application?

By: Lauren Hall

Lauren Hall — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:26:27 +0000

I LOVE Bernadette Peters!! So kudos for quoting her.

I like that you’re delving into something that has been seen 1009485323879 times before, but you’re trying to make it so different that people want to use it.

Dealing with ‘correct form’ you might want to have suggestions of stretching to do before and after your workout, depending on what type of workout you do (weightlifting, running, cardio, etc.) And how to stretch correctly.

Might want to also teach novices to a gym how to use machines and equipment correctly before they go so they aren’t as self-conscious about “gym life”

By: LoganTV

LoganTV — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:26:24 +0000

great visual treatment.

i appreciate that you view this from the perspective of augmenting exercise rather than trying to necessarily infiltrate the fitness industry and save the world.

“it is possible to get a good workout in your room by yourself.”
-nick romanos, -2010

By: Christina Hardison

Christina Hardison — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:26:19 +0000

I really enjoyed your presentation. I feel like I understand your app a lot more. I like your level of humor. I also like the idea of using it in your home, or using in the gym (gym members download it free)-don’t lose that.

Good job

By: Betsy Sherertz

Betsy Sherertz — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:26:17 +0000

i think it’s a good thing that you decided to focus more on fitness rather than adding in the nutrition component. I think that your app will be stronger with a specific focus on fitness and whether or not you’re working out correctly, using augmented reality.

Your last comment about taking in what Amber said (girl you interviewed) about making fitness be more fun or act as a game I think could be a really interesting idea.