At a time like this, it’s tough to come up with meaningful wellness guidelines, without oversimplifying or overlooking people’s realities.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
With the current postponement of most sports competitions and the disruption of traditional training methods, some teams are adjusting to the ‘new normal’ by using innovative solutions based on Garmin…
Firstbeat Sports offers a diverse range of features available to meet the needs of teams of all levels during these trying times.
Alastair DavidsonContent Specialist, Firstbeat
VO2max is the number that describes your cardiorespiratory fitness. It’s a single number that captures your heart, lungs, circulatory system, and muscles work all working independently and together. And, not…
Early running goals are often as simple as completing your first 5k or 10k race. It’s isn’t long, however, before these initial targets and the joy of conquering them are…
In this interview, Firstbeat Physiology Research Manager Tero Myllymäki, M.Sc., explains the physiology of sleep, how sleep experts define good sleep, and why sleep stages are important.
Boreout can impact you physically and mentally. Learn to find your optimal zone.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
The results of returning to typical exercise routines for one individual after suffering from Covid-19.
Alastair DavidsonContent Specialist, Firstbeat
VO2max is generally regarded as the best indicator of cardiorespiratory fitness. The higher your VO2max, the better your aerobic fitness.
Riikka LamminenMarketing Communications Manager, Firstbeat
HRV from a practical perspective: what it is, what it can tell you about your body’s physiology, and what you should be aware of when interpreting it.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Intense exercise is an effective way to burn calories in a short time, but it’s okay if you don’t feel like pushing hard. You can increase your energy expenditure and overall health in various ways.
Riikka LamminenMarketing Communications Manager, Firstbeat
This article explores four common reasons why your VO2max might not be increasing as quickly as you hoped and what you can do about it.
Exposure to hot, humid environments trigger physiological adaptations that enable to perform better in those conditions.
Results matter. In terms of understanding whether your activity and lifestyle profile translates into real health benefits, VO2max – the defining metric of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) – is the perfect resource.
