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Can You Trust Your Sports Watch?

The Real Science of Sport Podcast

CHAPTER

Navigating the Metrics of Wearable Technology

This chapter explores the reliability of data from sports wearables, emphasizing which metrics can be trusted and the nuances of interpretation. It highlights the challenges around accuracy, particularly with heart rate and recovery metrics, and discusses the implications of profit-driven motives on validity. The dialogue encourages critical assessment of these devices and underscores the importance of consistent and reliable measurements for effective training progress.

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