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#176: Dr. Leah Lagos and Joe Mazzulla: Control Your Heart, Conquer Your Stress

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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Understanding Heart Rate Variability

This chapter explores heart rate variability (HRV) as a crucial indicator of stress and recovery, emphasizing individual differences in interpreting HRV data. It discusses the connection between HRV and athletic performance, as well as the effects of substances like alcohol and caffeine on these metrics. Practical techniques for improving heart health through breathing exercises and understanding emotional connections are also covered, illustrating the relationship between mental well-being and physiological responses.

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