PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This article will move through the five domains covered in the Guidelines Recommendations and Adaptations Including Disability (GRAIDs) to provide a comprehensive approach to ensuring your fitness center is accessible and welcoming to all individuals, including those with a disability. Consider all different types of disability.

Fitness

First Beat

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In this article, Domenik shares practical advice and tips on using Firstbeat to help identify trends in player fitness. In this blog post, I will explain how we can employ different Firstbeat parameters to recognize and track players’ fitness trends from the pre-season until the end of the competition.

Fitness

Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

What process does Fig 1 best fits; 1) The teacher’s thinking process when approaching a learning design? With this little exercise on trying to get the steps right, it seems to support that we are very structured people and we seek clear, chronological processes to make sense of our teaching. Or is it vice versa?

Physical Education

First Beat

MARCH 9, 2022

Among the conference speakers is Firstbeat’s Veli-Pekka Kurunmäki , exercise physiologist and Director of Sports Performance Products. About Firstbeat: Firstbeat Sports is a single-platform athlete-monitoring solution that provides data on training loads, intensity, fitness testing, performance readiness, stress and recovery in one place.

Sports

First Beat

JANUARY 15, 2024

EPOC stands for Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption, and it reflects how far the body’s oxygen uptake is elevated from resting levels due to recovery needs after exercise. Want to learn more about the metrics? Download our free athlete training load guide here.

Physiology

First Beat

JUNE 6, 2022

The Firstbeat solution will provide individual, objective feedback for the BFV at a team level in real time or in post-analysis for specific forms of exercise. Players and the game are evolving due to the use of various tracking systems, and players are now better protected from injuries or wrong load and recovery management.

Sports

Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Physiological Connections A researcher at Columbia University , found direct connections between physical activity and brain health. Exercise was proven to: Increase the number of neurotransmitters in the brain. Skillastics® has multiple solutions to fit your physical activity program needs. Improve oxygen flow to the brain.

Movement

PLT4M

JANUARY 25, 2024

But with the right pull up modification, any individual can begin to master this challenging exercise. In fact, pulling is a physiological necessity in order to optimize results and avoid injury. Pull Up Modification Options Because the traditional pull-up exercise is a challenging movement, we opt to scale and modify as necessary.

Strength

First Beat

APRIL 19, 2024

Live monitoring provides real time data on athlete’s physiological responses to training which allows coaches to make immediate adjustments if necessary. Put simply, athletes vary in their response to training, meaning each individual possesses their own physiological fingerprint. Why is athlete real time monitoring important?

Physiology

First Beat

AUGUST 21, 2023

In addition, I’ll provide some thoughts from practitioners working on the front-line in order to help your form your own ideas that fit the context of your specific group. Instead, I’ll take a look at some theory that I think is relevant and attempt to provide a framework for motivating your athletes to engage in the monitoring process.

Motivation

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.

Conditioning

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Step 1: Build a Foundation The first step to successful high school strength and conditioning curriculum is covering the basics of physical fitness. But more often than not, high school students could still use a proper introduction (or review) of fitness and physical literacy concepts.

High School

The Sporting

JULY 28, 2023

Your Guide to Kapalbhati: Benefits, Instructions and Precautions Kapalbhati is an intermediate to advanced breathing exercise regularly used in yoga practice across the world. This practice involves controlled and forceful exhalations, distinguishing it as an intermediate to advanced level of breathing exercise.

Digestive system

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Below the level of superficial movement and skill, we see that sports are driven by a handful of key physiological concepts: Strength – The ability to generate force and act upon the world. By better understanding the core physiological components of sport performance, we can then think about how to best go about athletic development.

Sports

Informed Practitioner in Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Beyond sport, we must also consider the enormous numbers of recreational runners and those for whom running is a popular form of exercise for health and fitness. For many, running is more than simply a leisure time activity or a means to remain fit and healthy. The significance of this quest also goes beyond financial concerns.

Biomechanics

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. This article will discuss each component and how it contributes to physical fitness. What Are The 5 Components Of Physical Fitness?

Physical Fitness

Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Imagine students virtually exploring the human body, interacting with 3D models of organs and systems, or simulating the effects of poor diet, stress, or lack of exercise on long-term health. These programs will teach students about health and inspire them to actively engage in their own wellness.

Schooling

The Sporting

JULY 25, 2023

Read more training tips on our fitness blog These results underscore the potential of regular sauna use in safeguarding your heart and overall cardiovascular well-being. That being said, it’s important to remember that sauna sessions need to be used alongside an adequate diet and exercise routine to improve your cardiovascular health.

Wellness

PLT4M

MARCH 4, 2024

As most teachers set out to find health education lesson plans, they are often in search of resources and information on health topics like: Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Physical Activity and Exercise Programs Mental Health Education (Stress Management, Coping Mechanisms, Mindfulness) Substance Abuse Prevention (Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, etc.)

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

JANUARY 24, 2025

We will dive into the advanced features of these systems, including physiological data management, training load monitoring, and recovery insights, and show how they meet the unique demands of coaches, analysts, and athletes. Among specialized AMS tools, Firstbeat stands out for its focus on accurate physiological data.

Coaching

First Beat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The off-season is a critical period as it focuses on developing the physiological, psychological, and technical foundation from which peak performance is developed during the in-season. In the early part of the off-season, athletes undergo lower training loads and focus on general training to improve overall fitness.

Conditioning