Overview
This UX project focuses on solving a major point in Garmin’s multi-sport tracking experience: the inability to resume a previous workout after starting a new one. Inspired by both user research and personal experience, the project introduces a new "Resume Previous Activity" flow designed to keep workouts flexible, continuous, and frustration-free.
Problem
Garmin’s current system forces users to end one workout before starting another, breaking the continuity needed for multi-sport users and outdoor athletes. For example, if someone switches from biking to running and later wants to resume biking, there’s no option to reopen the original session. As a result, workout data becomes fragmented across multiple files, creating confusion—especially during high-effort transitions when users don’t have time to navigate menus or troubleshoot tracking.
Objectives
- Enable seamless pausing and resuming of multiple activities without losing data
- Simplify switching between sports during workouts with clear, easy-to-find controls
- Ensure the interface is intuitive and efficient on small wearable screens
- Maintain accurate and continuous tracking across activity transitions
- Design a "Recent Sessions" hub to quickly resume activity
Design Process
I followed a user-centered approach:
- Researched workflows of triathletes and multi-sport users
- Mapped pain points in Garmins existing flow
- Created UI mockups and interaction flows tailored for wearable devices
- Iterated designs based on usability feedback
Final Designs
The updated design makes switching between activities smoother and more consistent. Features like ‘Pause & Switch’ and ‘Resume Previous’ appear right when they’re needed, cutting down on extra taps and reducing mental load during workouts. Clear icons and layout make it easy to see which activity is active and which ones are paused.
Figma Design
Impact
The redesigned flow made it simple to switch activities, kept users feeling good about their workouts, and gave multi-sport athletes a smoother, more hassle-free Garmin experience.
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