The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem #428. The Secret to Unlocking the Power of Your Wearable (Apple, Garmin, Oura, Fitbit, Whoop & More) with Peter Tierney
Mar 11, 2024
Join health and performance coach Peter Tierney, a senior research scientist at Lululemon, as he shares insights on maximizing the power of wearable technology. He emphasizes the importance of integrating subjective measures like mood and stress with data from devices like the Apple Watch and Fitbit. Peter uncovers the common disconnect between personal perception and wearable metrics, the necessity of self-assessment in training, and advocates for balance in fitness to prevent burnout. Tune in for strategies to enhance your well-being and athletic performance!
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Key Metrics to Track
- Focus on metrics like total sleep time, resting heart rate, and heart rate variability at rest.
- During cardio exercise, prioritize heart rate, pace, and distance; resistance training metrics are less useful currently.
Value of Data-Feeling Mismatch
- The true value of wearables emerges when data and feelings mismatch.
- Such mismatches can highlight early illness before symptoms appear.
Blend Subjective and Objective Data
- Combine subjective measures like mood, energy, and motivation with objective wearable data.
- Use this complete context to make better training or health decisions daily.