If the garment is no longer used for workouts, it can be switched to a basic monitoring mode. In this mode, it can be worn by any adult to track physical data, and is especially useful for helping families monitor the health of older users.
This project helped me realize that design doesn’t stop at making a product. It also involves thinking about how people use it over time and what they might need next. If EnerFlow continues to develop, I would look beyond the garment itself and consider its stakeholders and the broader service around it, expanding the project into a more connected system.
This app supports the garment’s monitoring mode, where AI shifts from a fitness coach to a personal health assistant. It tracks broader physical data and offers general insights and improvement suggestions. While not intended for medical diagnosis or treatment, it serves as an early alert to help users notice potential issues.
Before the final design, I researched existing products and assessed what current technology could support.
If the garment is no longer used for workouts, it can be switched to a basic monitoring mode. In this mode, it can be worn by any adult to track physical data, and is especially useful for helping families monitor the health of older users.
Post-Use Considerations
“As the design progressed, I began to think beyond making the product work. I started to consider how it feels to use, and what should happen when it is no longer needed.”
Arduino Vibration and Heart Rate Test
Prototype Overview
Working Process
When working out, if a muscle is used incorrectly or pushed too hard, the chest area of the garment vibrates to alert the user. This tells user something needs adjustment. The user can then check the app to see which muscle is involved and follow simple guidance to correct their movement.
Reflection
Research and Concept
