In this episode, Simon sits down with Tiina Hoffman, an Exercise Physiologist and Master Trainer at First Beat. With a background in competitive cross-country skiing, she developed an interest in training, recovery, and heart rate variability. Tiina now uses her expertise to help people understand their wellness data and optimise their health.

Expect to learn:

• What heart rate variability (HRV) really means and why it matters
• How your body responds to different kinds of stress
• Why men and women recover differently
• The impact of alcohol on sleep, recovery, and performance
• Exercise and recovery: what works best during high-stress periods
• The link between recovery and emotional wellbeing
• How much we should (or shouldn’t) trust wearable data

If you’ve ever wondered what your wearable data is really telling you, this episode is for you. Tiina Hoffman breaks down heart rate variability, recovery, and the impact of stress, exercise, and lifestyle factors so you can make smarter choices for your health.

Take a look at First Beat's big data findings for 2025: https://bit.ly/FirstBeatData

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