First Beat

JUNE 2, 2023

In this Firstbeat webinar, special guest Matt Harder, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Minnesota Wild, will join us live to discuss how he uses Firstbeat Sports to help manage training load during the NHL season in order to maintain optimal performance, avoid injuries, and support long-term player development.

Physiology

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. This article explores specific programs and approaches for the different levels of students in a high school strength and conditioning program.

High School

First Beat

APRIL 1, 2022

Firstbeat Sports is attending this year’s National Conference of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches association (CSCCa) on May 2-4, 2022. Over 23,000 athletes representing over 1,000 teams around the world rely on Firstbeat Sports for their advanced physiological metrics.

Sports

First Beat

MARCH 22, 2022

Firstbeat Sports is participating in the first-ever Nordic Football Conference on May 11-12, 2022. Firstbeat Sports will also showcase our solution as part of the social program. The session will be led by Dr. Christoph Rottensteiner , Manager, Professional Sports Sales Europe at Firstbeat. Register for the conference!

Sports

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The debate surrounding sport specific training has persisted for decades. For a long time, it was thought that training had to be specific to sport and position. Instead, let’s unpack what athletes and coaches WANT, and the best means of accomplishing it given the context of middle and high school sports.

Sports

The Sporting

JUNE 19, 2024

There’s a rise in female footballers with ACL injuries — here’s why Football is a physically demanding sport that’s mainly played on the forefoot, with knee bent, and with every muscle surrounding the knee working hard. I believe the examination of that physiology should start with the feet and biomechanics.

Biomechanics

Informed Practitioner in Sport

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Sian began her professional career in physiology, working with British Swimming, before obtaining her PhD in statistical modelling of sport performance with Swimming New Zealand, leading to a strategic role as Performance Intelligence Manager with Paralympics New Zealand. Will I even have a job in sport next year?!

Biomechanics

First Beat

APRIL 4, 2024

Discover key strategies and insights on progressively training young athletes to thrive under the intense demands of elite-level sports. During the webinar, we’ll discuss: Progressive Training: Learn how to strike a balance in training intensity, ensuring steady growth without overloading young athletes.

Physiology

First Beat

AUGUST 21, 2023

The key to any successful monitoring strategy in sports is having buy-in from the athletes. Strength and conditioning staff at one of Firstbeat’s customers emphasized that it’s all about building a culture within the building and getting your athletes to trust what you are asking them to do.

Motivation

First Beat

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This article is written by Domenik Theodorou , a Firstbeat Sports client and Performance Coach at RASTA Vechta , a professional basketball team competing in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). By comparing data from different phases of two seasons, I can get much more insights into the conditioning state of the player than just with one season.

Fitness

First Beat

AUGUST 30, 2023

Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. in Physiology and more than 20 years of experience in sports science, technology, and performance.

Sports

PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

By addressing sleep education within the context of physical education and health, students not only learn about the physiological benefits of sleep but also understand its relevance to their athletic performance, mood regulation, and overall lifestyle. European Journal of Sport Science, 13(3), 403-419. Sources: 1. Stickgold, R.

Immune system

First Beat

APRIL 19, 2024

This article is written by Domenik Theodorou , a Firstbeat Sports client and Performance Coach at RASTA Vechta , a professional basketball team competing in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). Live monitoring provides real time data on athlete’s physiological responses to training which allows coaches to make immediate adjustments if necessary.

Physiology

First Beat

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Whether you’re a coach, a sports scientist, or a fitness enthusiast, understanding Lap Management can lead to more informed decisions, better performance, and winning strategies. Tracking Progress and Conditioning Conditioning state of the Individual/Team by Comparing the Same Drill/Exercise Over Time. 8 Power 25 0.31

Conditioning

Informed Practitioner in Sport

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

There are also various different facets of talent, encompassing physical, physiological, cognitive, and psychosocial components. And of course in the context of the sport, talent is expressed in terms of technical skills and tactical acumen - above all, can they play ? A similar trend is seen with endurance events of longer distance.

Physiology

First Beat

OCTOBER 14, 2024

This article is written by Domenik Theodorou , a Firstbeat Sports client and Performance Coach at RASTA Vechta, a professional basketball team competing in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). If you study table 1, and only look at the practice loads of that particular player you can get a pretty good idea of his physiological fingerprint.

Psychology

Informed Practitioner in Sport

OCTOBER 15, 2021

This is what creates the conditions for ideas to evolve. Zombie ideas lurk in every coaching manual and this is equally the case with what is taught and what is published in textbooks and journals in various realms of sports science and medicine. human performance).

Motivation

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

People with disabilities are three times more likely to experience secondary health conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. Examples : Sports related products, utensils, automatic sliding doors, bus lifts, communication devices. One in four adults in the U.S. The need for access to health and wellness programs is great.

Fitness

The Sporting

MARCH 28, 2023

The Fascinating History of Stimulants in Sports Sports writer Norman L. Macht explains the history of stimulants in sports, including quotes from experts and dramatic stories from the past. Ryan, former editor of Physician and Sports Medicine, once said. A scientist in a white coat stands before them.

Sports

Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Fifty years after the passage of Title IX , which mandated equal opportunities for males and females in sports, doctors and researchers are still learning about anatomical and physiological differences between boys and girls and how they may affect young athletes. Knee and hip injuries. Balaji said. “We Concussions.

Sports

PLT4M

MARCH 4, 2024

In fact, despite what you see on social media and in documentaries, the only foods you absolutely should not eat are foods that are expired / moldy, that you’re allergic to, or need to be avoided due to a medical condition. Some drugs can cause heart disease, cancer, lung problems, and mental health conditions, like depression.

Health Education

First Beat

MARCH 6, 2025

Selecting the right physiological monitoring tool can significantly impact how athletes train, recover, and perform. This article highlights the essential features to look for when evaluating physiological monitoring tools, helping you choose a solution that aligns with your goals and supports athlete success.

Physiology

First Beat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, guest writer and Firstbeat client Konstantinos Stratakis discusses the role of off-season conditioning in team sports, including balancing sports-specific and non-specific conditioning like HIIT. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Sports Medicine.

Conditioning

First Beat

APRIL 15, 2025

Simply put, it is how the body reacts physiologically to the workload of a certain session. Why Measuring Internal Load Matters in Elite Sports Understanding internal load is essential for S&C coaches looking to optimize athlete performance and manage injury risk. Where external load (distance covered, sprints made, etc.,

Conditioning

First Beat

JANUARY 14, 2025

Firstbeat is excited to announce a new multi-year agreement with EWE Baskets Oldenburg that will see the mens professional basketball team use the Firstbeat Sports Premium solution for the next three years, until 2028. The post EWE Baskets Oldenburg and Firstbeat Sports Confirm New Multi-Year Deal appeared first on Firstbeat.

Sports

First Beat

MARCH 7, 2025

In todays competitive sports landscape, simply tracking heart rate isnt enough. Firstbeat Sports takes team heart rate monitoring to the next level by transforming raw data into actionable insights, ensuring that every training decision is backed by science.

Physiology

First Beat

JANUARY 24, 2025

Strength and conditioning coaches, sports scientists, and team managers must balance training loads, track recovery, monitor injuries, and analyze performance dataall to ensure athletes deliver their best results. Among specialized AMS tools, Firstbeat stands out for its focus on accurate physiological data.

Coaching