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
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.
Bad sleep can leave anyone struggling for answers. Why can’t I sleep? Why am I so tired in the morning? Why can’t I find the motivation to exercise and focus at work? Using a wearable device to track your sleep a good way to capture longer trends.
The results of returning to typical exercise routines for one individual after suffering from Covid-19.
Alastair DavidsonContent Specialist, Firstbeat
How business can support staff well-being during the Coronavirus pandemic.
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 LamminenContent 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
Have you worked out regularly, but your Training Status is Unproductive? There is no need to panic. Remedy the situation with a few modifications into your training routine.
Riikka LamminenContent Manager, 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 LamminenContent 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.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
The continuous nature of All-day Stress monitoring is a real game changer in the struggle to ensure that lifestyle changes made are lifestyle changes kept.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
