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Pocket Coach

iOS app that motivates runners when they fall below pace

About

Back in 2023, my favorite running app was WeavRun — it changed the pace of music when you sped up. My issue: when I'd slow down mid-run, I didn't get real-time feedback or motivation in the moment.

I emailed the company with the feature idea, got a meeting with the Head of Product 4 days later, and came to that meeting with a full working prototype having learned Swift over the weekend.

Apple came out with Workout Buddy 2 years later, validating the insight.

Details

Problem

No real-time motivation when falling below pace mid-run.

Solution

Plays motivational messages (recorded or celebrity) when you slow down. Also has buzzing mode for limited hearing.

Impact

Voted most creative at Rutgers CS showcase. Started a running habit I've kept for years.

Outcome

Got offered to be added as a developer to WeavRun so I could use it after they shut down.