Firstbeat’s extensive wellness database (mostly from Finland but including a significant percent of measurements from other countries as well) reveals that December is the most stressful month of the year….
Cardiorespiratory fitness (measured as VO2max) is an expression of the body’s ability to deliver and utilize oxygen for energy during physical exercise. It reflects the interplay between respiratory, cardiovascular, and…
Tero MyllymäkiHead of Physiology Research, Firstbeat
With the FIFA World Cup in full swing, many European soccer teams are having a short break during this time. This break period allows teams to build their strategies, work…
Christoph RottensteinerPh.D., Country Manager DACH, Firstbeat
The UK’s top PTs explain how data is integral to offering a better service and growing your business. The Personal Training landscape has changed significantly in the last few years….
The COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of people into remote work and we have learned that it’s possible to do a lot of jobs and work tasks remotely. Hybrid working, which…
In this sports-focused blog post, Firstbeat’s Customer Success Manager, Joel Wenning, examines the importance of internal load and why this data should be the priority when it comes to athlete…
If you’re a PT or fitness professional, then you know that the world of personal training is changing. It’s no longer just about creating a gym workout plan – to…
Resting heart rate is a key component in detecting stress and recovery as part of the Firstbeat Life™ service. A reliably measured resting heart rate forms a strong foundation for interpreting…
The term ”Quiet quitting’’ has been trending lately. Unlike the name suggests, it doesn’t actually mean quitting your job, but rather that you are quitting the idea of always going…
I stayed clear of Covid-19 for two and a half years, with vaccinations, good luck, a healthy lifestyle, and common sense (masks, hand washing, and avoiding crowded places whenever I…
A longer holiday from work can do wonders for well-being. But, on the other hand not all holidays are always restorative and for some, going back to work can feel…
The summer holidays can give you a chance to get away from the sometimes tedious routines that you follow during the rest of the year, but it’s also easy to overbook yourself during your time off, resulting in high expectations and too many things to do. You deserve a break but will feel better afterwards if you look after your personal well-being during your vacation.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
