Firstbeat device

You will either receive your Firstbeat measurement device via courier or receive instructions for collecting it within your organisation.

You will also receive emails from Firstbeat with instructions which are summarised on this page.

When the device arrives, start by charging it and then follow the five steps below (or the Firstbeat emails) to complete your first measurement. The device is charging when the green LED light is flashing. The device is fully charged when the green LED light is on permanently (takes about 1.5 hours).

Do not charge the device while it is attached to the electrodes and skin.

If you have any questions or encounter any issues please email us.

Need more info on charging the device? Click here for charging instructions

Measurement tips

  • Prevent skin irritation

    We use special electrodes that are gentle on the skin. Make sure your skin is completely dry before applying the electrodes. If you still experience skin irritation, move the electrode position around a little on different days.

  • Not waterproof

    Wear the device during exercising but make sure to detach the device when swimming, showering and taking a bath or sauna etc. The recording continues automatically when you re-attach the device.

  • Fitness walk

    A good level of fitness has widespread benefits. When you complete the fitness walk, your report will include an estimate of your fitness level. This will enable you to adjust your exercise routines to optimally increase your fitness.

  • Delay when unwell

    It is best to delay your first measurement, if you feel very ill, have COVID or a high fever. These will affect your results. For subsequent measurements it can be really useful to measure under these conditions as it will visualise the impact on your physiology.

  • Actively journal

    The journal information is confidential and keeping your journal is key to linking your daily context to your physiological state. Completing this accurately means you will gain more valuable insights from the lifestyle assessment.

STEP 1

Download & register

Download the Firstbeat LifeTM app from the App Store or Google Play Store. Select "Begin registration", accept the terms and enter the email address you used to enroll in the programme.

The Firstbeat LifeTM app will guide you through the registration and account activation process.

Need more info or help? Click here for more detailed instructions


App Store | Play Store

STEP 3

Start the measurement

In the Firstbeat LifeTM app, select "Start new measurement" in the morning as soon as you wake up. Set the measurement duration - ideally, for your first measurement, set this to 5 days and nights*, including 3 work days and 2 weekend days.

Attach the device as shown, with the electrodes provided, on clean and dry skin. Place the device under you right collarbone and the cord end on the left lower rib cage.

Stay in your normal routine as much as possible! Wear the device 24 hours a day, including when you sleep (but remove it when showering, swimming etc). Replace the electrodes daily.

For your first measurement, ignore the real-time data in the app as it won't be accurate yet.

At the end of measurement, make sure to click the "analyse measurement" button, which will produce your report.

Need more info or help? Click here for more detailed instructions

*The minimum duration of your first measurement is 3 days and 3 nights.

STEP 4

Fill in the journal

During the measurement, fill in the journal in the Firstbeat LifeTM app.

These notes increase the insights you gain from the results. They help you connect the dots between lifestyle routines and your health, wellbeing and performance. Some medication and alchohol influence results and so include these in the journal.

Need more info or help? Click here for more detailed instructions

PS: Don't forget to complete your fitness walk. It will produce a fitness level estimate which help us determine whether increasing fitness is an appropriate area of focus for you.

Firstbeat Fitness Walk

STEP 5

Generate your report

The app will indicate when your measurement is (100%) complete.

Make sure to click the "analyse measurement" button to complete the measurement and produce your report.

Need more info or help? Click here for more detailed instructions

From data to insights

Book your debrief

Now that you have in-depth data on your wellbeing and lifestyle, it is time to translate this data into powerful and actionable insights. Visit your programme landing page (you can find the link in the welcome email) and book in your debrief.

Keen to read about how to interpret your data as well? You can access information on this and on how to prepare for your debrief in the online learning materials.