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Meet the Oura Medical Advisory Board
Oura welcomes eight world-class science and medical experts from a range of disciplines to the inaugural Medical Advisory Board.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Kiarra King, MD, OB-GYN & Women’s Health Educator
A passionate women’s health advocate, Oura advisor Dr. Kiarra King shares her favorite Oura features for women — plus, how she uses it to stay accountable.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Human Performance Coach Andy Walshe, PhD
Human performance expert, coach, and Oura advisor Andy Walshe, PhD, shares how to unlock your full potential using Oura along the way.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Christine Noa Sterling, MD, Board-Certified OB-GYN
Meet Oura advisor Dr. Christine Noa Sterling, MD, whose work focuses on women’s health, parenting, and the intersection of technology and holistic well-being.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Preventative Medicine Expert Dr. Jake Deutsch, MD
The founder of a precision medicine practice in NYC, Dr. Deutsch brings a wealth of knowledge about aging well to the Oura medical advisory board.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD, Precision Medicine Practitioner
The bestselling author and physician shares a surprising insight about her habits she learned using Oura, how to use data to improve your holistic health, and more.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Sleep Scientist Rebecca Robbins, PhD
The longtime Oura advisor shares the most common myths about sleep, her top tips to sleep well with a busy schedule, and the simple breathing technique she does before bed.
November 29, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Dr. Eleni Jaswa, MD, Fertility Specialist & Researcher
A fertility doctor at UCSF and Oura advisor, Jaswa cares for patients, teaches medicine, and conducts research on a range of women’s health topics.
November 29, 2023
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Colder Days, More Sleep? Here’s Why You May Sleep More in Winter
See how sleep patterns change during the colder, darker months and over the holidays, according to Oura member data.
November 20, 2023
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Healthy Greens Jersey City & Oura: Measuring the Impact of Urban Farming in Food Deserts
This one-of-a-kind urban farming initiative brings fresh greens, wellness education, and wearable insights to an underserved community in Jersey City.
November 13, 2023
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8 Ways to Improve Your HRV, According to Oura Members
Heart rate variability, or HRV, is a highly individual metric, but these 8 habits have had the most impact for Oura members.
November 03, 2023
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How FitOn Trainer Breann Stays Healthy With Oura
Breann Mitchell understands the importance of sleep in her daily fitness routine. Oura and FitOn have partnered to enhance your scores with free access to fitness and meditation content.
October 30, 2023
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This Runner Improved His HRV and Pace By Incorporating Low-Intensity Runs
An ultramarathoner, Raj K. has seen his pace and HRV metrics improve since using Oura to monitor his heart rate on “easy” recovery runs.
October 26, 2023
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This Pharmacist Uses Oura to Sleep Better Despite Challenging Shift Work
After 13 years of shift work, Linda knows the importance of a good night’s sleep. Here’s how she uses Oura to improve her recovery after her mentally and physically demanding work shifts.
October 26, 2023
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Now Down 125 Pounds and Training for a Marathon, This Oura Member Credits Better Sleep for Her Health Transformation
Mykera B. was sleeping four hours a night when she was diagnosed with a number of serious health issues — here’s how she transformed her health using Oura.
October 12, 2023
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6 Insights This Member Learned About His Stress With Oura
Using the new Daytime Stress feature, Oura’s director of hardware product was better able to regulate various stressors when he noticed signs of strain.
October 10, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: Stress Expert Elissa Epel, PhD
Stress researcher, professor, and Oura advisory board member Elissa Epel, PhD, breaks down the nuances of stress and shares how to dial it down in your life.
October 10, 2023
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How This College Athlete & Oura Intern Rebalanced Their Relationship with Movement
Brielle S., a product design intern at Oura, saw their Oura metrics improve as they realized the importance of a balanced exercise routine.
September 28, 2023
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After Improving His Sleep With Oura, This CEO Lost 53 Pounds and Became a More Positive Person
Since beginning his health journey in 2019, Brian K. has witnessed incredible ripple effects in both his work and personal life.
September 25, 2023
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The Oura Q&A: NFL Player Damar Hamlin
After a full recovery from sudden cardiac arrest, Damar Hamlin uses Oura to understand how his habits, sleep, and training impact his health.
September 20, 2023
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“Being Active Is in Our DNA:” Father, 91, and Daughter, 56, Both Use Oura To Stay Healthy
Jim and his daughter Julie both use Oura to keep up with their daily exercise routines and overall health.
September 07, 2023
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This Oura Member’s HRV Improves When He Spends Time With Loved Ones
With Oura, Ismail E. learned about the impact of social connection on his health, as well as how to combat his life-long insomnia.
September 07, 2023
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With Oura, This Member Saw How Meditation & Breathwork Upped Her Energy and Focus
A fast-paced New Yorker, Julia E. harnessed Oura insights to understand the power of slowing down and listening to her body.
September 01, 2023
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Building “Movement for All” at Oura: Meet Maris J., Our Activity Product Manager
A marathon runner, former insomniac, and Oura member (and now employee!), Maris J. has made it her mission to make all movement count.
August 18, 2023
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How Tracking Oura Data Paved the Way to This Member’s 75-Pound Weight Loss
Tricia learned to prioritize consistency over perfection and transformed her health. Here’s how she used Oura along the way.
August 03, 2023
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Meet the Member Whose Oura Data Prompted a Life-Saving Visit to the Doctor
After Dave noticed a higher-than-usual RHR on his Oura data, he took steps to mitigate the risk of a heart attack.
July 27, 2023
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This Breathwork Coach Uses Oura to Measure the Effectiveness of Her Practice: Here’s How
A professional trainer, Nikki gains helpful insights into her health with Oura – from understanding the power of an afternoon nap to seeing instant improvements in her biomarkers through breathwork.
July 27, 2023
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Oura Data Reveals Effects of Summer Activities on Members’ Biometrics
The dog days of summer have arrived — but Oura members aren’t letting the heat and humidity slow them down. See how summer sports, travel, and the heat affect members’ data.
July 24, 2023
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8 Ways to Get More Deep Sleep, According to Oura Members
We asked the Oura community to share the habits and lifestyle changes that have increased their amount of restorative deep sleep.
July 21, 2023
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How Oura Helps Inform This Member’s Integrative Approach to Healing Stage 3 Cancer
Stephanie B. turned to alternative therapies such as acupuncture in her cancer journey — here’s how she used Oura to track her treatments along the way.
July 07, 2023
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How I Use Oura for a Competitive Edge as a High School Chess Champion
Oura member Nate S. uses Oura and mindfulness training to win National Chess Championships, as well as balance life in high school.
June 28, 2023
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How This Member Used Oura to Support Her Weight-Loss Journey
After losing more than 100 pounds after gastric bypass surgery, Bailey C. turned to her Oura data to understand her sleep and improve her habits.
June 28, 2023
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At 50, This Oura Member Hit a Lowpoint — Now at 63, She's Fitter than Ever
Meet Linda R., who overcame chronic fatigue, migraines, and pain with the support of Oura.
June 26, 2023
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Longer Days, Less Sleep?
Here's how Oura members' sleep habits change during the sunnier summer days — plus, easy ways to optimize yours.
June 21, 2023
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How Meditation & Oura Helped This Entrepreneur Bounce Back from Burnout
Here's how Misha Y. leveraged the data and guided meditations in the Oura App to reduce stress and recover from burnout.
June 08, 2023
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Introducing Oura Circles: Connect with Your Community and Reach Your Goals Together
With Circles, Oura members can share high-level health data, offer encouragement, and track their progress alongside a trusted group of peers.
June 07, 2023
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"Our Oura Score Conversations Are As Routine As Morning Coffee:" How Kati and Jon Use Circles
The new Oura Circles feature has encouraged more open dialogue about their baseline scores, "good days," and overall health journeys.
June 07, 2023
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This Member Ran 2 Sub-3-Hour Marathons in 6 Days: Here’s How He Used Oura To Train
Marcus uses Oura to gauge his body’s recovery status between runs. But to Marcus, running is more than "going fast."
June 06, 2023
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At 66, This Oura Member Doubled His HRV and Improved His Health — Here’s How
Oura inspired Jussi L. to quit his job, improve his diet, and finally combat insomnia.
June 06, 2023
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Oura Helps This Member Balance Full-Time Work and School
See how Oura helped Nicole V. learn to balance her demanding schedule and avoid burnout by valuing rest and recovery.
June 06, 2023
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How the Higher Dose Founders Use Oura to Biohack Their Sleep & Performance
Lauren and Katie, Oura members and co-founders of the infrared technology brand Higher Dose, are on a mission to make biohacking more accessible to all.
May 26, 2023
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“Mental Health Begins In The Body:” Meet the Neuroscientist Who Uses HRV to Measure the Brain-Body Connection
Australian neuroscientist Kaushik Ram, PhD, shares how he uses Oura to monitor his HRV and offers methods to improve yours, too.
May 10, 2023
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How This Member Uses Oura to Manage IBD As Well As Her Everyday Stress
Here’s how Dada uses Oura to track her temperature trends to spot IBD flare-ups.
May 08, 2023
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Member Felicity V. Turned to Oura & Natural Cycles to Help Her Conceive
With highly detailed information about her fertility, Felicity got a positive pregnancy test within a month of integrating the apps!
May 05, 2023
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Meet 3 Female Entrepreneurs in LA Who Practice Self-Care With Oura
See how these successful female entrepreneurs use Oura Ring to track their cycles, prioritize rest, and build thriving wellness brands.
May 04, 2023
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10 Oura Community Wins for our 10th Anniversary
This May, Oura celebrates our 10th year of equipping people everywhere with the knowledge they need to live healthier, more balanced lives.
May 01, 2023
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Oura Supports This Mother & Daughter on Their Health Journeys While Strengthening Their Bond
Lindsay introduced Oura to her mom, Rita, a three-time cancer survivor. Both turn to Oura for encouragement and guidance along their own health journeys.
April 28, 2023
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How Dr. Elina Berglund, Co-Founder of Natural Cycles, Balances Being a Busy Mom & CEO With Oura
The entrepreneur and mom of two maintains a remarkably strong HRV and sleep schedule — here’s how she does it.
April 28, 2023
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How This Tech Founder Is Helping Women Take Control of Their Athletic Performance
See how athlete and mother, Hélène Guillaume, 36, uses Oura and Wild.AI to optimize her training and boost her performance.
April 28, 2023
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How This Health Coach & New Mom Uses Oura To Prioritize Sleep and Track Her Cycle
Cassidy N. uses her Oura Ring to track her sleep, menstrual cycle, and has noticed a dramatic difference in her sleep since cutting out alcohol.
April 21, 2023
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Oura Data Shows How Members’ Chronotypes Vary By Age, Gender, and Country
We dug into the data to discover some interesting variations in Oura members' chronotypes across three characteristics.
April 20, 2023
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Brooke V. Uses Oura to Manage Lyme Disease, Track Her Cycle, & Sleep More Soundly
“Oura has also been a fabulous tool as I try different modalities and treatments,” Oura member Brooke V. tells us.
April 14, 2023
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All Hours with Oura: Kanoa Igarashi
In surfing, sport and science connect. See how celebrated Japanese-American surfer Kanoa Igarashi uses Oura insights to structure his training schedule.
April 05, 2023
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How Lewis C. Improved His Autoimmune Symptoms, Sleep, & Lifestyle With Oura
The engineer-turned-health-coach shares how he tracked, and ultimately solved, his mysterious health struggles with Oura.
March 23, 2023
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How Pro Surfer Kai Lenny Stays Balanced on the Water (& in Life)
The big-wave surfer from Hawaii turns to Oura to guide him toward balance as a new father of twin daughters.
March 23, 2023
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How This Oura Member Learned to Embrace Her “Evening” Chronotype & Align to Her Ideal Schedule
Hear how Jonna S. took advantage of her Oura App insights to banish guilt and realign her daily schedule with her body's prime hours.
March 15, 2023
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How Lisa D. Uses Oura to Ease her Sleep Anxiety
After her naturopathic doctor recommended Oura, Lisa learned how to optimize her sleep for more energy — and less stress.
March 03, 2023
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Gemma’s Journey to Being Alcohol-Free With Oura
The UK-based author had an "a-ha" moment after a terrible hangover on vacation — see how Oura helped her change her ways.
February 17, 2023
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All Hours with Oura: Meet Sig Zane
A child of Hawaiʻi, Sig derives inspiration from the abundant nature that surrounds him and uses Oura as a reminder to re-center.
February 16, 2023
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This Retired Rugby Player Uses Oura to Break Bad Habits & Kickstart a New Career
Oura member Ben A. shares how he tackled bad habits, including drinking alcohol and caffeine too late, to get better sleep in less time.
February 09, 2023
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Member Ted N. Used his Oura Data to Detect an A-fib Episode
"I love the Oura Ring. It's the best $400 I ever spent — it probably saved my life," Ted says.
January 26, 2023
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This CEO Turns to Oura Ring Not Only for Himself, But Also for Those Around Him
Shane Heath, founder of MUD\WTR and a longtime Oura member, uses Oura Ring to create an intentional culture of wellness at his company.
January 23, 2023
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Oura Helped Carolyn D. Visualize Her Recovery from a Major Medical Procedure
As she recovered, she appreciated Oura's weekly and monthly views to track her progress over time.
January 11, 2023
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Oura Data Shows Heart Rate Trends in Argentina & France During World Cup Final
Oura’s data science team analyzed heart rate data from the two countries to find out how the thrilling game impacted members' biometrics.
December 19, 2022
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2022 Year in Review: Your Oura House, Explained
Learn more about your Oura House from your Year in Review and how to boost your scores for the others.
December 15, 2022
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2022 Year in Review: Find Out Which Countries Had the Best Sleep Scores, Most Nappers, & More
From best sleep days to peak Readiness months, discover several interesting trends from anonymized data from global Oura members.
December 15, 2022
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Oura Supported Adrian L. in his Recovery From Two Football Injuries & Inspired a New Career Goal
After giving up his dream of playing professional football, Adrian was inspired by Oura to set his sights on a career in sports medicine.
December 14, 2022
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This Member Uses Oura Data to Detect and Prepare For Nighttime Seizures
Alison's Oura Ring also helped her and her healthcare team detect a connection between her seizures and her menstrual cycle.
November 10, 2022
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Meet the Oura Member (and Employee) Who Broke a Running World Record
Ultrarunner Don Reichelt turns to Oura data to help him train for a record-breaking feat: running for 24 hours straight.
November 01, 2022
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How Does Alcohol Impact Oura Members?
You already know alcohol isn't doing you any favors. But how does it affect your Oura biometrics? Here's what our community data shows.
October 31, 2022
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How Oura Members’ Readiness Scores Change Throughout The Week
Plus, more interesting findings based on community data from the past three months.
October 20, 2022
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Oura Helped These Members Get Engaged With Their Health — And Each Other
The Luxembourg-based couple used Oura as an engagement ring; now, it helps them track their health as they travel the world.
October 05, 2022
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Member Gabrielle B. Turns to Oura to Manage Her Reproductive and Mental Health
After noticing a sharp decline in her Sleep Score earlier this year, the 30-year-old was spurred to take action to support her mental health.
September 13, 2022
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Oura Helped Cyclist Hannah P. Realize the Value of Allowing Time to Heal
While Hannah was ready to ride again the next day, her Oura App insights clued her into the fact that she needed to allow her body to recover.
August 09, 2022
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Meet Rosie M., an Olympic Trampolinist Who Uses Oura to Modulate Her Training
Four-time Canadian Olympian Rosie M. relies on Oura to manage her training, adjust her nutrition, and prioritize self-care and recovery.
August 04, 2022
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Oura Helps Me Recover From PTSD & Manage My Depression
Lindsay is a US Army/Wall St Veteran who has been using her Oura Ring since October 2020 to combat her anxiety, depression, PTSD, and poor sleep quality.
March 03, 2021
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