From Lab to Real-Life: Firstbeat to Measure VO2max Fitness Level from 30-minute Walk
Estimating an individual’s Fitness Level whilst walking will be added to the Firstbeat Lifestyle Assessment in September 2018. A new algorithm developed by Firstbeat has made it possible to estimate…
Presenteeism and Why It Matters for Every Employer – 4 Key Steps to Prevent Presenteeism
Presenteeism refers to lost productivity when an employee is working but not fully functioning. This may be due to, for example, illness, workload, or lack of motivation. Especially in the…
We’ve Updated Our Privacy Policy
Firstbeat have updated their Privacy Policy in accordance with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which comes into effect on May 25, 2018. We have always been committed…
Measuring Stress to Improve Wellness and Performance
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….
Firstbeat Sports App Update Unlocks Remote Training Capabilities and Fitness Monitoring
Jyväskylä, Finland, May 14, 2018 — Firstbeat Sports is excited to announce a transformative update to the Firstbeat Sports iPhone app. The app is available immediately to all Firstbeat Sports…
Firstbeat Life: How Do You Get Employees Engaged in Corporate Wellness?
When it comes to corporate wellness, one of the most common problems is getting employees engaged. So, what to do? Our specialist gives concrete tips, how to get employees commit to small changes.
New Research Reveals Vital Link Between Alcohol Intake and Sleep Quality Using Real-World Data
Key points: Study utilized data from over 4,000 men and women in real-world conditions Heart rate variability (HRV) offers objective insight into restorative power of sleep Even a single drink…
Changes in Work Performance – Factors that Every Organization Should Consider
Employee’s work performance varies from year to year, month to month, changing almost cyclically. Our corporate wellness specialist Riikka Nahkamäki tells which factors cause these changes and how decreased performance can be improved.
Firstbeat Sports’ Stress and Recovery Feature Allows True Big Picture Player Monitoring
The impact of stress and effective recovery on athletic performance should not be underestimated and is being taken seriously by teams across the globe. The Stress and Recovery feature means…
Using Firstbeat Technology to Create New Fan Engagement Opportunities
Firstbeat have worked with Finnish Ice Hockey team JYP Jyväskylä for over a decade and, when the reigning CHL champions ply their trade in the same town, it gives you…
Notifications on Poor Recovery: Take a Proactive Approach to Your Health
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.
Measuring Workplace Well-being: How to Set Goals and Utilize Data
Busy schedules, multitasking, blurring boundaries between work and leisure… To mention a few of the issues many employees are nowadays struggling with. In fact, the struggles of the employees are…