What is Boxing Pods?
This app allows you to track punches for both your hands while you shadow boxing. You can use 1 of your pods and watch, or device. Proceed with rounds and monitor how much calories you burn. Fun and simple boxing workout !
Problem
Users track boxing workouts manually or with other devices, requiring additional devices and facing inaccurate tracking of punches and calorie burn.
Solution
A mobile app that utilizes AirPods' built-in motion sensors to track punches, rounds, and calories burned during shadow boxing workouts. Users can monitor real-time metrics on their device (e.g., iPhone) without extra hardware.
Customers
Fitness enthusiasts, amateur boxers, and individuals seeking home workouts (ages 18-45, tech-savvy, prefer convenience and gamified exercise).
Unique Features
Leverages AirPods as motion-trackers for boxing-specific metrics, eliminates need for wearables, and combines workout data with round-based tracking.
User Comments
Convenient alternative to bulky equipment
Accurate punch detection via AirPods
Fun gamification of workouts
Motivates consistent training
Simple UI for quick sessions
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt in 2024, 850+ upvotes, 5k+ downloads (iOS), founder @boxingpods has 1.2k X followers.
Market Size
The global fitness app market was valued at $1.4 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research), with boxing/niche workout apps growing at 17% CAGR.
