Date

06 January, 2025

Client

ActiveStride

Location

San Francisco, California, USA

Budget

$4,500.00

Project details

ActiveStride, a leading community for trail running, race walking, and wheelchair racing enthusiasts, needed a WordPress website to serve as a hub for event information, community engagement, and resource sharing. The goal was to create a platform that is both informative and interactive, appealing to fitness enthusiasts of all levels, including professionals and beginners.

Features

  • Event Calendar: A dynamic calendar showcasing upcoming races and events for trail running, race walking, and wheelchair racing.
  • Training Resources: Comprehensive guides and articles on training techniques, nutrition, and gear recommendations tailored for each sport.
  • Community Forum: An interactive forum where members can connect, share experiences, and provide mutual support.
  • SEO Optimization: Detailed keyword research and implementation to target high-traffic search terms and improve organic visibility.
  • Mobile-Responsive Design: A fully responsive design ensuring optimal performance across all devices, enhancing user experience.

Challenges

The main challenge was to design a website that catered to diverse sports enthusiasts while ensuring it ranked high in search results for a variety of fitness-related keywords.

Solution:
We conducted in-depth keyword research to identify high-CPC, trending keywords such as “trail running events,” “race walking techniques,” and “wheelchair racing competitions.” Content was optimized with these keywords to enhance SEO. Additionally, we focused on creating a fast-loading, user-friendly website that encourages engagement and return visits.

Results

  • Top Search Rankings: The website achieved high rankings for competitive keywords, driving substantial organic traffic.
  • Increased User Engagement: The interactive features like the community forum and event calendar saw significant user interaction and repeat visits.
  • Higher Conversion Rates: The SEO strategy and intuitive design resulted in higher sign-ups for events and increased participation in community activities.

Conclusion

The Trail Running, Race Walking, and Wheelchair Racing Website for ActiveStride successfully created a vibrant online community, increased event participation, and positioned the brand as a leader in the fitness and racing niche.

Trail Running, Race Walking, and Wheelchair Racing Website