WORK OUT CALENDAR
This project challenged us to reimagine the concept of a calendar uniquely and purposefully. While working on ideas, I noticed a man consistently recording his workout progress, and that moment sparked my idea. I decided to design a fitness-themed calendar that not only tracks the days but also includes a daily workout routine. The goal was to provide users with a sense of structure, motivation, and achievement by combining fitness planning with date tracking, creating a functional and inspiring tool for personal growth.
Sketches
As I began sketching, I realized I might run into issues with maintaining consistency across all the illustrations in the calendar. To solve this, I chose to take a simplified approach, using basic shapes that were clean and minimal yet still detailed enough for the audience to easily recognize each workout movement. This solution not only helped streamline the design process but also ensured a cohesive and visually clear experience throughout the calendar.
I wanted the calendar to feel energetic and uplifting at first glance, so I chose purple as the darker color to convey motivation and strength. To balance that energy with a sense of calm, I complemented it with light green, giving the design a peaceful, approachable feel. I used orange as an accent color to highlight key sections such as areas where users need to fill in their progress or track specific workouts.
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To enhance usability and encouragement, I also included motivational quotes and brief instructions throughout the calendar, helping users stay inspired and informed. Each exercise section notes which muscle groups are being targeted, making it both a visual and educational fitness tool.
In this project, I learned the importance of balancing visual design with functionality. From managing illustration consistency to choosing the right color palette, every decision had to support both the user experience and the overall tone of motivation and clarity. I also realized how even a simple idea like a fitness calendar can become meaningful when combined with intentional design, structure, and purpose. Most importantly, this project taught me how to adapt and simplify creatively without losing impact.