Nordenskiöldsloppet 2019 – Taking physical and mental performance to the extreme
See how one Firstbeat employee prepared for, and completed, the 200km Nordenskiöldsloppet race
Terhi PollariProduct Manager, Firstbeat
Exercise and Fitness
Heat and Humidity Acclimatization: How Your Body Adapts and What to Expect
Exposure to hot, humid environments trigger physiological adaptations that enable to perform better in those conditions.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
Ask the Expert: What Is Training Load? And How Can It Help Me?
Training Load gives you is the ability to see and track the amount strain placed on your body as a result of your recorded activities over time.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
What Every Cyclist Should Know about VO2max, Aerobic Performance Capacity, and Your Garmin Watch or Cycling Computer
What VO2max measures and how it is measured. How VO2max is used to personalize feedback, and what you can do to boost your own VO2max.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
How One Insight Can Help Novice Runners Avoid Burnout, Injury, and Become Runners for Life
Inspired beginners often run faster, farther, and more often than they should. This often creates problems down the road that can prevent you from brining.
Herman BonnerCommunications Specialist, Firstbeat
3 Ways to Live Better in 2019
3 invaluable tips from a leading wellness expert to help you live better this year.
Why “How Fast” Is the Wrong Question for Runners?
Running pace is not the most valuable lens through which to examine your runs. Shifting your focus towards training intensity can be a real game changer.
Riikka LamminenContent Manager, Firstbeat
How to Motivate Yourself to Exercise During the Cold Winter Months
As the cold nights begin, fitness expert John Allison reveals how to stay motivated to exercise.
Alastair DavidsonContent Specialist, Firstbeat
How and When Should I Exercise? The Right Plan Changes with You
Personalized Training Plan offers workouts tailored just for you. Your fitness level and training history are used to help you achieve your goals safely and effectively.
Riikka LamminenContent Manager, Firstbeat
5 Simple Ways to Increase Physical Activity on National Fitness Day
On National Fitness Day we look at five easy steps to increase your physical activity.
Alastair DavidsonContent Specialist, Firstbeat
Beating Cancer and Conquering Marathons – Garmin Ambassador Joonas Laurila Talks about the Metrics That Keep Him Going
Joonas Laurila, a Finnish runner, has undergone multiple surgeries and rehabilitations because of his cancer. He knows that a reliable training, stress, and recovery feedback is essential for different situations.
Riikka LamminenContent Manager, Firstbeat
My Training Status Is Unproductive – What Can I Do to Change It?
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