Reframing the Role of the Personal Trainer.

Measuring Engagement Feedback

When evaluating the success of your session in terms of engagement, different approaches can provide valuable insights. The type of feedback you seek plays a crucial role in determining the most relevant indicators.

Instant Reward vs. Long-Term Engagement

Consider whether you’re aiming for instant gratification or long-term engagement. Instant rewards, such as dopamine dumps in gamification, can quickly satisfy participants. On the other hand, long-term engagement focuses on sustaining interest and growth over time.

Design and Participant Performance

Assess the effectiveness of your design and the performance of the client or player. Are the components of your workout session effectively delivering an instant reward, or are they fostering long-term engagement?

Progress Indicators

Feedback for progress can be conveyed through various methods, such as statistics, leveling up, or on-demand and just-in-time mechanics. Determine the most suitable approach for providing feedback aligned with the context in which progress is sought.

Client/Player Experience

Consider how you want the client or player to receive feedback on their progress. This could involve visual indicators like a scoreboard displaying stats, times, and distances achieved. Alternatively, emotional feedback, such as a sense of success and achievement, can significantly impact their experience.

By carefully considering these aspects, you can tailor your approach to measuring engagement feedback to best suit your specific goals and the needs of your clients or players.