Leveraging my expertise in women's sports to solve challenges in personal recovery on the go.
How it started
Rol-Me started with a single problem: athletes needed a streamlined way to recover and understand their bodies without always being in the training room. Collegiate athletes are constantly on the move - training, in class, or traveling to the next game - so their recovery tools should be able to keep up with them.
I began mapping the athlete mindset, defining pain points, and building a tool that could fit naturally into a fast-paced routine.
What started as a small exploration about bodily recover turned into a complete, athlete-first, on the go product designed to be quiet, simple, and comfortable to use.
What I Learned
I learned the importance of adapting recovery tools for real-world, fast-paced lifestyles. By engaging with athletes, I discovered how practical design makes all the difference when it comes to accessibility and daily usage.
Iterative prototyping showed that feedback from real users is invaluable. Their insights revealed issues I would have missed alone, helping to identify opportunities for improvement at each stage.
Including additional photos here visually shows how athlete feedback shaped the product, highlighting specific design changes and improvements that reflect their experiences.
Project outcome
Rol-Me became a tool that fits the rhythm of a collegiate athlete’s life, as well as any other athlete. It allows them to quickly roll out, leading to a greater understanding of what their body actually needs, regardless of where they are. The outcome is a product that empowers athletes to take ownership of their recovery in a simple, accessible way.
Looking forward, Rol-Me will continue to grow with the needs of athletes. Future opportunities include expanding recovery content, adding an intelligent system, and enabling seamless communication between athletes and sports medicine staff. The long-term vision is a tool that supports recovery before, during, and after every session.
Roll.
