Traditionally, stress means a situation where the demands and challenges that we are faced with are so great that our resources are stretched to the limit – or insufficient. Quite…
In March we celebrate healthy sleep because it is international sleep month and sleep awareness month – and today is World Sleep Day. A good time to spend a few…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Stress used to be a clear concept with vague implications. We’ve all felt it, and too much of it can harm our health. Still, many wonder what can be done….
In this blog, Firstbeat Master Trainer Tiina Hoffman shares insight, how to approach reflecting your life from the viewpoint of daily wellness choices and the value of identifying a few core wellness principles.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Physiological data can reveal how your body is coping with everyday life. But how do you know when you need to address certain issues? Personalized notifications in the Firstbeat Life solution let you know when your measurement results need extra attention.
Stress – a physiological response we often try to avoid. But however much we try, we all experience it in some form as it is very much needed to succeed…
With the summer drawing to a close, now is a great time to ensure that you stay energized during the months ahead. Tiina Hoffman provides some tips on how… This…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
From HRV and sleep monitoring to recovery data, here’s how Firstbeat Life differs from wearables.
The health benefits of exercise are powerful, and yet, too many do not make a habit of it. 2020 moved people into lockdown and remote work, and the problem of…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
This blog focuses on some common topics and questions surrounding good quality sleep. The Q&A is based on questions received during our Sleep webinar with Sleep Expert and Author Dr….
It is alarming that many employees do not recover during the work day at all. In continuous work, the body and mind are easily overloaded, which, in turn, increases load and fatigue. Therefore,…
Making healthy choices in everyday life isn’t always easy. And, as individuals, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s where personal health data and recommendations from the Firstbeat Life corporate wellness solution…
2020 or 2021 are not like most years, even when it comes to the Holiday Season – reading through my previous holiday blogs made it very clear that my message…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Taking breaks during work and having moments of daytime recovery have been raised as key wellness topics recently, especially due to the challenges surrounding increased remote working. And with good…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
We face a lot of different stressors throughout the day. Feeling hurried, general stress, mental and social pressure, a constant flow of stimuli, physical load, and unhealthy lifestyle habits all…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Sleep and recovery are not the same thing. You can sleep eight hours a night without having any physiological recovery. The key is getting enough good quality sleep. Firstbeat Life…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Stress has a negative connotation but, in reality, it’s not dangerous and you don’t need to avoid it. The important thing is making sure it is in proportion to your…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Boreout can impact you physically and mentally. Learn to find your optimal zone.
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat