Community Stories
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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.“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.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.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!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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.All Hours with Oura: Meet Becs Gentry
The distance runner and coach had to learn to slow down during her pregnancy, and her Oura Ring was there to help along the way.This Oura Member (and Employee) Is Attempting to Break 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.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.How Oura Members’ Readiness Scores Change Throughout The Week
Plus, more interesting findings based on community data from the past three months.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.The Oura Q&A: NBA All-Star Chris Paul
A leader on and off the basketball court, Chris Paul turns to Oura to make sure all aspects of his training are on point.The Oura Q&A: Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn
See how this all-time great uses the Oura App and Membership to stay on her A-game in fitness and recovery.All Hours with Oura: Meet Charlie Rocket
Music manager Charlie Rocket had it all — except his health. He changed course, achieved his lifelong dream of becoming an athlete, and now he helps others achieve theirs.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.All Hours with Oura: Meet Alexi Pappas
Armed with her Oura data, Olympian and author Alexi Pappas makes more informed choices for her training, creativity and overall health.All Hours with Oura: Meet The Pocket Queen
See how The Pocket Queen uses Oura to stay one step ahead of the beat of her busy life as a professional musician.The Oura Q&A: Professional Swimmer & Olympian Katie Ledecky
Here's how the highly decorated Olympic swimmer leverages her Oura insights to stay at the top of her game.Oura Helped Cyclist Hannah P. Realize the Value of Allowing Her Body 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.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.The Oura Q&A: The Power of Light with Matt Maruca, Founder and CEO of Ra Optics
The founder of Ra Optics sheds light on an essential, yet often overlooked, component of health and well-being.Oura Q&A with Professional Wide Receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
Odell Beckham Jr. Newest Oura Ambassador
Oura Q&A With Crossfit Champion & Olympian Tia-Clair Toomey
Oura Q&A With Professional Beach Volleyball Player & Olympian Alix Klineman
Oura Q&A with NFL Star & Entrepreneur Ndamukong Suh
Oura Q&A With Professional Beach Volleyball Player & Olympian April Ross
Oura Q&A With World Champion Surfer Carissa Moore
Word Champion Surfer, Carissa Moore, sits down with Oura to talk about sleep, recovery, and performance.The Founder of Sleep Science Academy Uses Oura to Help His Clients With Their Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
Devin Burke is a TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Sleep Coach, and Founder of Sleep Science Academy. He’s been using Oura in his life for 4 years and with his clients for 3 years.Oura Helps Me Spot Changes In My Cycle
Dr. Carrie uses Oura to monitor changes in her menstrual cycle and hopes that sharing her insights can help others spot the impact of hormones on their bodies.Oura Helps Me Combat My Eating Disorder & Learn To Love Myself Again
Janice is a CX Specialist currently living in Taipei, Taiwan & California, and has been using Oura for a year.Oura Helps Me Navigate Work, Motherhood, & the Pandemic
Kacey is a Real Estate Broker in Southern California and a mother of two who has been using Oura for nine months to balance health, work, and motherhood.It's Not Weird
The Oura Community contains multitudes. With unique individuals and unique journeys come new and distinct tips, tricks, and routines. Some might seem weird, but in the Oura Community, it’s not weird if it works.Oura Helped Me Discover My Thyroid Issue
Jyoti is passionate about working with products at the intersection of hardware and software. What she didn’t expect was for it to sound the alarm on her health.Oura Community Members Share the Impact of the COVID-19 Vaccine on Their Data
Members of the Oura Community have been reaching out to share their stories of how their bodies are responding to doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.Oura Helped Me Have An Active Pregnancy
Laura originally purchased her Oura Ring to help with training and recovery but realized soon after becoming pregnant that the patterns it revealed could uniquely help her with her pregnancy journey.Oura Helps Me Improve My Sleep & Better Manage My Mental Health
Kristin is an actor, fitness coach, and professor who uses Oura to get better sleep and manage her mental health.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.Oura Helps Me Map My Hormone & Creative Cycles
An inventor uses Oura to map her hormone cycles and harness her creative flurries.Oura Helps an Aerospace Medicine Resident Study Sleep in Antarctica
A NASA Flight Surgeon uses her Oura Ring to study sleep in Antarctica.Oura Empowered Me To Care For Myself During Pregnancy
From pregnancy to parenthood, a first-time mother shares her Oura journey.Oura Helps Athletes Maximize Performance With HRV4Training
Marco Altini is the founder of HRV4Training, an app and web platform that combines training load with heart rate (HR) and heart rate variability (HRV) data from devices like Oura to help athletes monitor the effectiveness of their training routines.Oura Helps Us Stay on Top of Our Health & Brings Us Closer Together as a Family
Sean, Sudha, and Henry are a family of three currently living in Redwood City, CA. They are part of the small subgroup in the Oura community of families where each member is an Oura user, and they sat down with us to talk about their individual Oura experiences and how Oura brings them closer together as a family.Oura Helps Me Monitor My Health During My Battle With An Autoimmune Condition & Breast Cancer
"My doctor recommended a high dose of melatonin and low-dose beta-blockers. It was great to see the positive effects both interventions had on my Oura Ring data. My overnight heart rate stabilized and my sleep scores improved. That’s what he was trying to achieve.”Oura Helps a Professional Ultra Triathlete Manage His Life, Optimize His Training, & Break A Record
"Having the Oura Ring during these early times is awesome. It’s helping me get the groundwork laid down, but where I think it will really shine is during my training peak. With Oura, I’m not just the athlete sitting in a hyperbaric chamber, or sleeping by myself in an empty flat where I have complete control over most things in my environment."Oura Helped Me Get Better Sleep When I Share A Bed With My Partner
"I love my partner, but once we got married and started sharing a bed every night, it made me remember how great my past sleep was. Getting an Oura Ring really helped me validate what I had been feeling: my sleep sucks - even when I am in bed for a full eight hours."Oura Helped Us Monitor Our Covid-19 Symptoms
“We felt uneasy at first about sharing our experience due to the stigma associated with having COVID, but we eventually put our personal reservations aside in the hope that we could help others.”Oura & The Men’s U.S. Alpine Ski Team
Coach Bing travels the world with the team and uses Oura to help them maximize their performance.Oura Helped Me Spot My COVID-19 Symptoms
The Oura Ring helped a 55 year old health coach track his illness and recovery during his battle with COVID-19.Oura Helped Me Realize I Was Having An AFib Episode
A longtime Oura user keeps an eye out for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heartbeat, in her Oura data.Oura Helps Healthcare Workers Prioritize Sleep During The Pandemic
Dr. Michael Orosco & Dr. Annie Park use a March Madness Sleep Score bracket to motivate their team during the COVID-19 pandemic.Oura Helped Me Battle My Eating Disorders
An IT project manager uses her Oura Ring to help fight eating disorders.Oura Helped Me Realize That My Heart Was in Trouble
After looking at his Oura data, a police chief discovers a life-threatening pattern.What My Oura Ring Survived
Users share stories about what their Oura Rings have survived.Oura Helps Ben Greenfield Optimize His Performance
Personal trainer, biohacker, speaker, and performance coach Ben Greenfield sat down with us to talk about how and why he uses the Oura Ring.Oura Helped Me Train For My Bike Race
An Oura user monitors his data and uses it to decide his daily training intensity.Oura Helped Me Find Peace & Get a Good Night’s Sleep
A college student uses his Oura Ring to change his sleep habits in his pursuit of better mental and physical health.Oura Helps Me Optimize My Training For The Paralympics
A Dutch Paralympic swimmer uses Oura to optimize his training and maximize his performance.Harness your potential with clear and actionable insights
