Mahdi Hassan Sabbir

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Slow Pounds SEO Case Study

This isn't an average SEO case study—it's the blueprint for e-commerce growth. Slow Pounds was struggling with low search visibility until we implemented a targeted strategy that delivered a 642.8% surge in new users and a 604.3% spike in total users in just 28 days. By moving the average keyword rank from position 31.4 to 16.1, we fundamentally changed their traffic.

Category

Cyber Security Service

Client

Daran Lucas

Project Timeline

3 months

Home Page

About Page

Product Page

Shop Page

Website Overview:

Slow Pounds is an e-commerce store, likely built on Shopify , providing products to a global audience. The focus of the site is currently centered on attracting users primarily from the United Kingdom  and the United States . The website’s success is linked to its ability to generate clicks and engaged sessions that lead to transactions, as reflected in the high user activity and session data.

Key Takeaways:

  • Global E-commerce Audience: The site is successfully reaching a global market, with significant traffic from the UK and growth in the US.
  • High User Activity: The site is currently attracting a high volume of users, reaching 1.1K Users and 5.6K Event Count in a 28-day period.
  • Massive Growth Trajectory: The user base has seen explosive growth in a 28-day period, with Users up 604.3% and New Users up 642.8%.

The Challenge

Slow Pounds faced the challenge of translating significant search visibility into qualified traffic. While the site was achieving high impressions (e.g., 24.7K Impressions), the Average CTR remained very low at 0.1%, even with an improving average position of 58.6. The primary challenge was to increase the click-through rate to drive more direct traffic and revenue, moving past the initial visibility phase and into the transaction phase.

Key Results at a Glance

  • +604.3% increase in Users
  • +642.8% growth in New Users
  • +20.0% increase in Event Count
  • Total Clicks (Last 28 Days): 37 (or 104)
  • Total Impressions (Last 28 Days): 24.7K (or 6.78K)
  • Average Position (Last 28 Days): Improved from 31.4 to 16.1 (based on one report)

The Outcome

The implemented SEO strategy successfully drove a massive increase in both site visibility and user volume. Total Clicks increased significantly (e.g., from 27 to 37, or from 67 to 104 in a different 28-day period), and impressions grew substantially (e.g., from 20.9K to 24.7K). More critically, the effort resulted in explosive audience growth: Users increased by 604.3% and New Users grew by 642.8%. This growth was a result of moving more keywords closer to the top of the search results, as seen by an improved average position in multiple reporting periods (e.g., from 31.4 to 16.1, or 31.9 to 23.2).

Google Search Console Performance

  • Total Clicks: The site showed strong click growth across various periods, such as increasing from 27 to 37 and another period showing a jump from 67 to 104 clicks.
  • Total Impressions: Impressions grew significantly, indicating a major increase in search visibility, for example, from 20.9K to 24.7K in one 28-day window.
  • Average Position: The average search ranking improved substantially across reports, moving keywords into the top two pages of search results: from 31.4 to 16.1 and from 31.9 to 23.2.
  • Average CTR: The Average CTR showed a small improvement in some reports (e.g., from 6.4% to 6.5% or 1.3% to 1.5%), but a consistently low rate of 0.1% in others, highlighting an area for future optimization.

Google Analytics Performance

  • Users: Active users increased by a massive 604.3%.
  • New Users: The site saw an explosive growth of 642.8% in new users, suggesting the SEO efforts are successfully reaching a large, fresh audience.
  • Event Count: The event count increased by 20.0% to 5.6K, reflecting a high volume of interaction on the e-commerce site.
  • User Activity: Key user activities tracked included 259 page_view, 186 user_engagement, and 2 form_start events.
  • Sessions: The dramatic growth in Users and New Users suggests a proportional increase in sessions, reflecting the overall success of driving relevant traffic from organic search.

The Work I have Done To Rank This Site

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Assessment:

  • The URL is clean, concise, and descriptive.
  • It clearly indicates the brand name and suggests a focus on fitness.

Identified Issues:

  • No immediate issues detected based on the given URL.

Recommendations:

  • Ensure that all URLs on the website follow this structure, using hyphens for separation and avoiding unnecessary parameters or numbers.

Assessment:

  • The content is well-written, targeting a diverse audience interested in fitness, personal training, and additional services like chiropractic care and nutrition advice.
  • It promotes the gym’s unique selling points, such as a convenient location and newly renovated facilities.

Identified Issues:

  • The content lacks specific details about the services, such as class schedules, pricing, and membership options.
  • It could benefit from more customer-centric language to better connect with potential clients.

Recommendations:

  • Include more detailed information about the services provided, testimonials, and case studies to enhance credibility.
  • Use more persuasive language focusing on benefits for the user, such as how the services will improve their health and fitness.

Assessment:

  • The text contains some relevant keywords, such as “personal trainers in Boston,” “fitness journey,” and “chiropractic care.”
  • However, keyword usage is inconsistent and not well-targeted.

Identified Issues:

  • Lack of specific long-tail keywords that potential customers might use to find services in the area, such as “best personal training in Back Bay” or “kickboxing classes Boston.”
  • No indication of a structured keyword strategy.

Recommendations:

  • Perform thorough keyword research to identify high-traffic and low-competition keywords relevant to the business.
  • Optimize the content by naturally incorporating these keywords into headings, subheadings, and body text without overstuffing.
  • Use a primary keyword focus for each page and support it with secondary and related keywords.

Assessment:

  • Meta tags are not provided in the crawled text, making it impossible to assess them.

Identified Issues:

  • Potential lack of optimized meta titles and descriptions for SEO and click-through rates (CTR).

Recommendations:

  • Ensure each page has a unique meta title and description that include the primary keyword, are within the recommended character limits (50-60 characters for title, 150-160 for description), and provide a clear call-to-action (CTA).
  • Example Title: “Back Bay Fit | Top Gym & Personal Training in Boston, MA”
  • Example Description: “Achieve your fitness goals with expert trainers at Back Bay Fit. Join our Boston gym for personalized training, kickboxing classes, and more. Sign up today!”

Assessment:

  • The text does not contain clearly defined headings or subheadings.

Identified Issues:

  • Lack of structured headings (H1, H2, H3) can negatively impact SEO and user experience.
  • Important keywords are not highlighted using heading tags.

Recommendations:

  • Structure the content with a clear hierarchy using H1 for the main title, H2 for section headings, and H3 for subsections.
  • Example Structure:
    • H1: Welcome to Back Bay Fit – Your Fitness Journey Starts Here
    • H2: Our Services
    • H3: Personal Training
    • H3: Kickboxing and Boxing Classes
    • H2: Why Choose Us?

Assessment:

  • No internal or external links are mentioned in the crawled text.

Identified Issues:

  • Missing internal links to other relevant pages, such as service descriptions, pricing, or blog posts.
  • Lack of external links to authoritative sources or partners can reduce content credibility.

Recommendations:

  • Include internal links to service pages, about us, contact page, and blog posts where appropriate.
  • Use external links to credible sources or industry references when mentioning topics like nutrition advice or fitness tips.

Assessment:

  • The content is relatively short and lacks in-depth information about specific services, member benefits, and unique selling propositions (USPs).

Identified Issues:

  • Insufficient depth may lead to poor engagement and SEO performance.
  • Important details like service benefits, customer testimonials, and FAQs are missing.

Recommendations:

  • Expand content to include detailed descriptions of each service, member testimonials, and case studies.
  • Add a FAQ section to address common questions about membership, services, and facilities.

Assessment:

  • The content is friendly and easy to read but could be structured better for scanning.

Identified Issues:

  • Dense paragraphs can be challenging to skim, especially on mobile devices.
  • Lacks visual elements like bullet points or icons that break up text and highlight key points.

Recommendations:

  • Use shorter paragraphs and break content into easily digestible chunks.
  • Incorporate bullet points, numbered lists, and icons to emphasize key benefits and features.

Assessment:

  • Based on the text alone, the content does not appear to be optimized for mobile due to its dense structure.

Identified Issues:

  • Large paragraphs can be hard to read on smaller screens, reducing user experience.

Recommendations:

  • Ensure content is broken into shorter paragraphs and uses ample whitespace.
  • Test content on various devices to ensure readability and ease of navigation.

Comprehensive Keyword Research & Strategy

My approach to keyword strategy goes beyond finding high-volume terms; it's about connecting your business with the right audience at the right time. Here’s how I've executed this for my clients:

I conducted thorough research to uncover relevant keywords with lower competition, allowing the client to gain traction and rank quickly for terms that their target audience was actively searching for.

I focused on highly specific, intent-driven long-tail phrases that led to a higher volume of qualified traffic and improved conversion rates, as these users were further along in their buying journey.

I performed in-depth research to align keyword strategy with the precise search behavior and language of the client’s target demographic, ensuring every piece of content resonated with the right people.

I evaluated competitor keyword profiles to identify gaps and missed opportunities. This allowed us to build a content strategy that targeted valuable keywords where competitors were not yet ranking.

I integrated semantically related keywords (LSI keywords) throughout the content, which helped search engines better understand the topic’s depth and breadth, leading to improved rankings for a wider range of relevant searches.

I specifically targeted geographically relevant keywords (e.g., “personal trainer in boston”) to attract and convert local customers who were searching for services in their area.

I continuously monitored keyword trends and search demand to ensure the client’s content remained fresh, relevant, and timely, capitalizing on new opportunities as they emerged.

I mapped keywords to the user’s intent at every stage of the funnel. This strategic content structure ensured that we had a relevant piece of content for every search query, from initial research to final decision-making.

Strategic Content Creation

My approach to content strategy goes beyond just writing; I focus on creating valuable, optimized content that attracts, engages, and converts. Here’s a breakdown of my process:

I developed a strategic content map based on in-depth keyword research and user intent. This ensured every blog post served a specific purpose, guiding users through the sales funnel and building topical authority.

I wrote compelling, SEO-friendly content tailored to the target audience. By naturally integrating keywords and providing genuine value, I was able to improve organic rankings and user engagement metrics.

I incorporated competitive images and infographics to enhance engagement and break up the text. I then optimized these visuals with proper alt text and dimensions, which improved site speed and provided an additional avenue for search traffic.

I crafted unique, compelling meta descriptions for each blog post, resulting in higher click-through rates from the SERPs. I also organized content into logical categories, which improved site navigation and user experience.

I implemented a strategic internal linking structure to connect new blog posts with relevant service pages and other valuable content on the site. I also included natural outbound links to credible sources, which improved the overall authority and trustworthiness of the content.

When appropriate, I linked new blog content to the client’s Google Business Profile. This provided a powerful signal to Google, strengthening their local SEO and driving more foot traffic to their physical location.

I implemented relevant Schema Markup to provide search engines with a clear understanding of the content’s context. I also manually submitted new blog posts to Google Search Console to ensure they were quickly indexed and available in search results.

My Comprehansive On Page Optimization

My on-page strategy focuses on making a website not only findable by search engines but also highly relevant and engaging for users. Here’s a breakdown of the key areas I've optimized:

I crafted compelling, keyword-rich titles and engaging meta descriptions for every key page, resulting in improved click-through rates (CTR) from the search results page.

I developed clean, logical, and SEO-friendly URLs that clearly communicate the content of each page to both search engines and users.

I structured all content using a clear hierarchy of header tags (H1s, H2s, H3s) with strategically placed keywords. This improved content readability and helped search engines better understand the main topics on each page.

I seamlessly integrated primary and secondary keywords into the body of the content, ensuring a natural and valuable user experience without “keyword stuffing.”

I built a smart internal linking structure that improved site navigation, guided users through the content funnel, and effectively distributed link equity across the site.

I wrote descriptive and keyword-rich alt text for all images, making the content more accessible and allowing search engines to properly index visual media

I wrote descriptive and keyword-rich alt text for all images, making the content more accessible and allowing search engines to properly index visual media

I collaborated with the development team to identify and fix key issues slowing down the site. Our efforts led to a significant improvement in page load times, enhancing both user experience and search rankings.

I implemented relevant Schema Markup to provide search engines with a clear understanding of the content. This resulted in enhanced search listings (rich snippets), which increased the visibility and authority of the website.

Off-Page SEO & Authority Building

Off-Page SEO is about building a website's authority and credibility across the internet. My strategy focuses on acquiring high-quality "votes of confidence" from other reputable sources.

I executed a targeted link-building campaign, securing high-quality backlinks from relevant, authoritative websites within the client’s industry. This significantly boosted the site’s domain authority and organic rankings.

I monitored and secured mentions of the client’s brand across the web, ensuring consistency in name, address, and phone number (NAP) details. This is especially vital for local SEO and building brand recognition.

For local businesses, I optimized the Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) to ensure it was complete, accurate, and engaging. This drove more local visibility and increased conversions from a highly motivated, local audience.

I developed a strategy to leverage social media channels to amplify content, engage with the audience, and build a sense of community. This increased brand signals and drove referral traffic back to the website.

I successfully pitched and published guest posts on reputable industry blogs. This not only provided valuable backlinks but also positioned the client as a thought leader and introduced their brand to new, highly-relevant audiences.

I performed a comprehensive crawl of the website to identify and fix all broken links (404 errors). I also implemented strategic 301 redirects to guide users and search engines from old, outdated URLs to new, relevant pages, preserving link equity.

I performed a comprehensive crawl of the website to identify and fix all broken links (404 errors). I also implemented strategic 301 redirects to guide users and search engines from old, outdated URLs to new, relevant pages, preserving link equity.

Technical SEO

My technical SEO work ensures a website is crawlable, indexable, and provides an excellent user experience. Without a strong technical foundation, all other SEO efforts can be hindered. Here’s a summary of the technical optimizations I’ve implemented:

I conducted a performance audit to identify bottlenecks and worked with the development team to optimize code, compress images, and leverage caching. This significantly improved page load times, which positively impacted both user experience and search engine rankings.

I verified that the website was fully responsive and provided a seamless experience on all mobile devices. This is a crucial step for ranking in today’s mobile-first indexing environment.

I implemented relevant Schema Markup to provide search engines with a clear understanding of the content. This resulted in enhanced search listings (rich snippets), which increased the website’s visibility and authority in the SERPs.

I configured the robots.txt file and submitted an updated XML sitemap to Google Search Console. This ensured search engine crawlers could efficiently discover and index all of the website’s important pages.

I ensured the site was migrated to a secure HTTPS connection. This protects user data and is a recognized ranking factor, building trust and credibility with both users and search engines.

I performed a comprehensive crawl of the website to identify and fix all broken links (404 errors). I also implemented strategic 301 redirects to guide users and search engines from old, outdated URLs to new, relevant pages, preserving link equity.

I performed a comprehensive crawl of the website to identify and fix all broken links (404 errors). I also implemented strategic 301 redirects to guide users and search engines from old, outdated URLs to new, relevant pages, preserving link equity.

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