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Beyond the HRV hype: How can HRV actually be useful? | Expert Series 04 | Marco Altini, Founder of HRV4 Training, Advisor at Oura

Human Endurance

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Decoding Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

This chapter explores the intricacies of heart rate variability (HRV) and its significance for individual health and performance. It emphasizes the importance of monitoring relative changes in HRV over time rather than direct comparisons between individuals, highlighting the context needed to interpret HRV data from wearables accurately. The chapter also addresses the effects of stressors on HRV readings, advocating for a careful and consistent measurement approach to better understand one's physiological state.

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