Newsweek | Why Britons Get Their Best Sleep On Tuesday Nights
Research shows that Britons have the best quality of sleep during Tuesday nights. Newsweek’s article is based on data gathered over the last decade from over 5000 Britons that took part…
What Can We Learn From the Heart? Tiina Hoffman’s Interview on Biohacker Summit Blog
Firstbeat’s Exercise Physiologist Tiina Hoffman was interviewed by Teemu Arina about measuring stress and how stress affects our bodies. Watch the full podcast below to learn more about stress management and…
World Sleep Day 2020: How Much Sleep Do Different Age Groups Get in the UK?
The Firstbeat database reveals how different age groups sleep in the United Kingdom.
What Do UK Hearts Say About Well-being?
The most efficient night of sleep in the UK in terms of recovery? Tuesday. A database compiled by Finnish physiological analytics company Firstbeat has a lot to say about activity,…
HRV Revealed Kalle Rovanperä’s Hidden Stress – Young Rally Driver Learns to Calm Down
18-year-old rally talent Kalle Rovanperä doesn’t feel stress and sleeps deeply. However, Firstbeat Lifestyle Assessment revealed that his body might need a bit more recovery.
The Physical and Mental Stress of Rally – How Does a WRC Driver Cope?
It is not just the driving skill that counts for a rally driver. Firstbeat Lifestyle Assessment proved that adequate recovery and good cardiorespiratory fitness are essential for WRC driver Teemu Suninen.
Video: Firstbeat and Leanne Spencer Discuss the Secret to a Good Work-life Balance
Leanne Spencer and Tiina Hoffman offer advice on how to put yourself in the best position to succeed – whether that be in the office or outside of work.
Insights Behind Life with CrossFit: The Results of Firstbeat Lifestyle Assessment
See how the Lifestyle Assessment helped crossfit athlete Laura Hämäläinen manage her everyday life activities in terms of stress, sleep and training.
Laura HamalainenGuest Author
It’s Not Always So Serious! A Lighter Look at Firstbeat Lifestyle Assessment Results
Several of our recent blogs have discussed different habits and realities of life that can compromise a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle. You might remember reading about the harsh effect that alcohol…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Focus on Recovery: Firstbeat Helps Cross-fit Athletes Stay Goal-Oriented
Staying goal-oriented in training is important, and today my daily challenge is to maximize recovery. There are times when my head is tired, but my body feels alert and ready to go.
Case Wellness Specialist & Acupressure Massage Mat
2 weeks ago I had a chance to attend the Institute of Functional Medicine’s annual international conference in San Diego, where the theme was innovative movement and restorative strategies. Firstbeat’s…
Tiina HoffmanExercise Physiologist & Master Trainer, Firstbeat
Let’s Drink to That! Reflections and Findings on Alcohol and Recovery
Different cultures have different drinking habits. Let’s take a closer look at those of Finnish people. According to statistics, an average Finn older than 15 years consumed 11.2 litres of…
Jaakko KotisaariWellness Specialist, Firstbeat