[Case 04]
ActivePorto: UX Research and Prototyping for Outdoor Fitness
Health & Fitness
ActivePorto
Personalized Outdoor Fitness in Porto
[Project Overview]
ActivePorto is an application proposal that recommends green and blue spaces in the Porto Metropolitan Area for outdoor exercise. The prototype, developed in Figma, explored the future integration of Geographic Information System (GIS) data, focusing on the design of a digital experience centered on personalization and user motivation.
[Problem Statement]
Despite Porto's high potential for outdoor exercise, many citizens do not have access to clear information about the ideal locations for physical activity. This gap contributes to low levels of sports participation, in contrast to WHO recommendations.
[Industry]
Health & Fitness
[My Role]
UX Researcher & Designer
[Platforms]
Mobile App (Prototype in Figma)
[Timeline]
February 2025 – May 2025
[Persona]

Xavier Alonso
University Student
Student recovering from a knee injury. He wants to go outside and exercise safely, without feeling excluded.
Age: 23
Condition: Low Mobility
Tech Proficiency: High
Gender: Male
[Goal]
Maintain mobility and well-being while staying safe
Find outdoor locations where he feels included and comfortable
Build a sustainable routine of light exercises that fits his daily life
[Frustrations]
No clear info about accessibility (ramps, stairs, terrain type)
Apps suggesting unsuitable routes with hard terrain
Feels left out when friends use apps he can’t
[Process]
[Outcome]
Prototype validated with positive feedback on usability and attractiveness.
Identification of critical improvements for future iterations.
Prototype prepared for future GIS integration, validated with positive feedback on usability and attractiveness.
[Key Learnings]