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Fit in Focus
by Fitbit
Fitbit co-founder Eric Friedman and co-host Andrea Holing talk with experts, industry leaders and real Fitbit users about everything from fitness, nutrition and sleep, to the science and business of health, to what motivates people on their own health journey.The Fit in Focus podcast (the “Podcast”) is produced by Fitbit, Inc. (“Fitbit”) for entertainment purposes only and is intended for listeners eighteen years of age and older. The views and opinions expressed in the Podcast do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Fitbit, and any mention of third party products or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Fitbit. The Podcast is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine. The Podcast may contai
Episodes
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Fitness and Nutrition with Celebrity Trainer Harley Pasternak
Ever wonder how to navigate through all the health and wellness trends in the world today? How do you know what’s right for you and who to listen to? Hear from celebrity trainer, nutritionist and Fitbit ambassador, Harley Pasternak about his tried and true fitness and nutrition tips and how to…
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The art of merging design and technology, with Jonah Becker
Designing for wearable technology is a complex art that merges the digital and physical worlds, marrying information and innovation. Jonah Becker, SVP of Design, shares how his team of industrial designers has created a style that makes Fitbit’s advanced products feel super user-friendly. Also:...
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Can your Fitbit device help in the fight against COVID-19?
Since the start of this global health crisis, the Fitbit research team has been diligently working to help make a difference in the fight against COVID-19. In this week’s episode of Fit in Focus, we talk with Dr. Conor Heneghan, Director of Research Algorithms at Fitbit about the Fitbit COVID-19...
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Demystifying stress with Dr. Samy Abdel-Ghaffar
“I never get stressed!” said no one ever. Stress affects us all, but why exactly do we feel it and what causes it? Fitbit research scientist Samy Abdel-Ghaffar breaks down how we appraise a stressful situation, and how stress can impact your health. Plus, learn how Fitbit’s new Stress Management...
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Inside the Fitbit Human Research Lab with Tracy Giest
Your Fitbit tracker measures your heart rate, records your exercise and tracks your sleep. Ever wonder how the magic happens? Tracy Giest, who leads the Fitbit Human Research Lab, pulls back the curtain on the in-depth experiments and testing Fitbit conducts to develop its hardware, algorithms…
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Exploring the mysteries of sleep with Dr. Michael Grandner
Your body needs it, you may be tracking it with Fitbit and you’ve probably heard that your health could benefit from better rest—so how much do you really know about sleep? Clinical psychologist and sleep behavioral specialist Dr. Michael Grandner walks us through everything from weird dreams to...
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The role of wearables in healthcare and corporate wellness with Amy McDonough
While wearables may have started out as devices to help users count steps, today they play a significant role in healthcare and helping employers create a "culture of health" in their organizations. We hear from Amy McDonough, SVP & GM of Fitbit Health Solutions on how wearables evolved and her...
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Understanding heart health and AFib with Tony Faranesh
How can little green lights help detect a deadly heart condition? And what data should you be looking at to understand your heart health? We chat with Tony Faranesh, lead research scientist at Fitbit, on a new study that’s using data from real Fitbit users to help detect a person’s risk for…
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Fitbit co-founder Eric Friedman and co-host Andrea Holing talk with experts, industry leaders and real Fitbit users about everything from fitness, nutrition and sleep, to the science and business of health, to what motivates people on their own health journey.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Fitbit co-founder Eric Friedman and co-host Andrea Holing talk with experts, industry leaders and real Fitbit users about everything from fitness, nutrition and sleep, to the science and business of health, to what motivates people on their own health journey.The Fit in Focus podcast (the “Podcast”) is produced by Fitbit, Inc. (“Fitbit”) for entertainment purposes only and is intended for listeners eighteen years of age and older. The views and opinions expressed in the Podcast do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Fitbit, and any mention of third party products or services does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Fitbit. The Podcast is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or condition. Always check with your doctor before changing your diet, altering your sleep habits, taking supplements, or starting a new fitness routine. The Podcast may contai
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