2026

NYX Awards - 2026 Gold Winner Winner: SFC Group

Atlas Athlete AI | Website

Entrant Company

SFC Group

Category

Website / Sports

Client's Name

Atlas Athlete AI

Country / Region

United States

Experience Level

Agency

Atlas Athlete AI’s technology was groundbreaking—its website, not so much. Before SFC Group’s redesign, the experience felt disconnected: low visual credibility, unclear messaging, and a user journey that raised more red flags than heart rates. Our task was to build a digital experience that inspired trust, reflected scientific authority, and moved with the same precision as the athletes it served.
We began by overhauling the UX from the ground up. The new site merges athletic energy with clinical credibility—combining bold motion graphics, intuitive navigation, and clean hierarchy to guide users seamlessly from curiosity to conversion. Every click reassures, not confuses.
Strategically, we recast Atlas from “fitness tech” to performance intelligence. The copy and layout emphasize intentional investment—analyzing movement, optimizing performance, and preventing injury through AI-driven insights. The design balances power and precision: strong typography, human-centric imagery, and a kinetic color palette inspired by pulse, motion, and muscle recovery.
We also re-engineered the registration flow based on UX testing insights. What once felt “phishy” now feels frictionless. Streamlined account creation, clear pricing cues, and reassuring brand presence turn a potential drop-off point into a moment of confidence.
Most importantly, we brought EMMA—the platform’s AI coach—to life through micro-interactions and language that sound supportive, not robotic. She anchors the brand’s digital experience, turning complex analysis into empathetic guidance.
The result is a site that feels alive, credible, and distinctly Atlas: performance meets precision. With every detail—from iconography to loading animations—the experience mirrors the brand’s promise: intelligent, intentional, and built to move.

Credits

Executive Creative Director, SFC Group
Brian Zandman
2026
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