What we do
At 1BEAT PERFORMANCE, we specialize in advanced physiological performance management for elite WTA Tour players. Grounded in the latest scientific research in exercise physiology, neurobiology, and sports performance science, our work integrates these disciplines to deliver individualized strategies for training, recovery, and long-term adaptation.
We focus on HRV-based readiness, recovery, and internal load regulation, capturing high-resolution data on autonomic nervous system function to guide precisely timed interventions. With a sole scientific emphasis on female athlete physiology, our approach is specifically designed to meet the unique performance demands of elite women’s tenni
In addition to our performance management services, we provide consulting support to sports organizations seeking to integrate advanced physiological monitoring into their systems. This includes guidance on technology selection, data interpretation, and protocol design. We also serve as a global sales partner for Firstbeat Technologies, enabling teams and institutions to implement cutting-edge tools that support and advance performance science.
Our approach
We leverage state-of-the-art tools from Firstbeat Technologies and Kubios HRV alongside robust analytical models validated in both academic and clinical settings. By monitoring every heartbeat, we quantify subtle fluctuations in parasympathetic and sympathetic activity, assessing both acute stress responses and long-term adaptation trends. This dual perspective enables us to provide coaching teams with actionable insights that guide adjustments in training intensity, volume, and recovery strategies, ensuring sustainable performance over long competitive seasons.
Our process is rooted in a comprehensive evaluation of time-domain and frequency-domain HRV metrics, as well as nonlinear measures that capture the complexity of autonomic regulation. This scientific rigor, combined with our exclusive focus on female physiology, ensures that training, tapering, and recovery protocols are tailored to the unique biological rhythms of women athletes. By aligning recovery protocols with natural menstrual cycle variations, we mitigate injury risk and promote sustained high-level performance. Our data-driven insights pave the way for career-defining breakthroughs on the court.
Key Services
On-Court Training Monitoring
Our on-court training monitoring service captures real-time data on internal training load and heart rate zone distribution. We use advanced sensors to record metrics such as TRIMP and R-R intervals, providing immediate feedback on training intensity. This data-driven approach helps coaches adjust session workloads on the fly, ensuring that training is both challenging and sustainable. By aligning training sessions with an athlete’s physiological readiness, we prevent overtraining and promote optimal adaptation.
On-Court Match Monitoring
We assess the physiological impact of competition by monitoring match-day performance and recovery. Athletes wear sensors during matches to record intensity and stress levels, with post-match recovery data collected to analyze HRV patterns using Kubios HRV. This service identifies the unique physiological toll of match play, enabling tailored recovery strategies that keep athletes at peak readiness. It allows coaching teams to adjust subsequent training and recovery plans based on objective, real-time data.
Off-Court Conditioning & Training Load Analysis
Our off-court service integrates physiological data into strength and conditioning programs. We monitor training sessions to evaluate HRV changes, TRIMP values, and aerobic thresholds, ensuring that physical conditioning aligns with recovery capacity. Detailed analysis helps refine session intensity and volume, allowing for adjustments that maximize adaptation while minimizing injury risk. This service bridges the gap between off-court physical work and on-court performance, providing a seamless integration of data-driven insights into overall conditioning strategies.
Recovery & Readiness Monitoring
We offer continuous monitoring of recovery using 72-hour HRV tracking to capture sleep quality, stress, and autonomic nervous system recovery. By analyzing metrics like RMSSD, the Stress Index, and nonlinear HRV dynamics, we produce comprehensive readiness dashboards. This ongoing assessment allows for early detection of fatigue and guides timely interventions in training and recovery strategies. The insights help maintain optimal stress-recovery balance throughout long, demanding tournament seasons.
Performance Reset Protocol
Our Performance Reset Protocol is a 4–6 week program designed to recalibrate physiological baselines, clear accumulated fatigue, and restore autonomic balance. Athletes undergo continuous HRV monitoring to track long-term recovery trends and aerobic threshold adaptations. The protocol combines targeted conditioning sessions with individualized recovery interventions, guided by detailed analytics from Kubios HRV. This process ensures athletes enter the new season with a refreshed, optimized physiological profile and a strong foundation for sustained performance.
Precision Taper Protocol
The Precision Taper Protocol is a tapering program that fine-tunes training load reduction ahead of major tournaments. By analyzing real-time and longitudinal HRV data, we design a taper schedule that gradually decreases volume while preserving intensity. This targeted approach minimizes residual fatigue and optimizes autonomic balance right before competition. While an ideal taper might extend over several weeks, effective tapering can be achieved in as little as 7 to 10 days, ensuring athletes reach peak readiness and maintain their competitive edge when it matters most.
Cycle-Based Readiness Tracking
Our cycle-based readiness tracking service addresses the natural physiological variations experienced by female athletes throughout their menstrual cycle. By integrating HRV data with cycle tracking, we monitor autonomic changes and recovery patterns specific to each phase. Customized training and recovery recommendations are then provided to optimize performance and reduce injury risk. This service ensures that every intervention is tailored to the athlete’s natural rhythm, enhancing both adaptation and long-term resilience.
Firstbeat Technology Sales & Integration
As an authorized global sales partner for Firstbeat Technologies, we help sports organizations acquire cutting-edge physiological monitoring solutions. Our role focuses on customer acquisition and seamless integration of Firstbeat’s sensor and software solutions, ensuring that elite performance standards are met. This aspect of our business supports teams, federations, and institutions worldwide by delivering industry-leading technology for physiological performance intelligence.