Heart Rate Variability - New perspectives and insights with Marco Altini, PhD | EP#325

Marco Altini, has a PhD in Data Science and an MSc in Human Movement Sciences and High-Performance Coaching. He is the founder of HRV4Training and a passionate runner. In this interview, we discuss the latest in research and application when it comes to heart rate variability (HRV).

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-A brief summary of what HRV is and the benefits of monitoring it

-What are the most important factors that influence HRV and resting heart rate (RHR), and what are their relative importance or magnitude? Based on Marco's large-scale, free-living study published in late 2021. 

-Chest strap or phone camera measurement of HRV: what are the differences? 

-Should you measure in the morning, or use a tool that allows you to measure HRV all night (and day)? 

-How to use and interpret HRV and RHR - why and when to rely on one or the other

-The current state of evidence when it comes to "HRV-guided training" 

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• Marco's website, Medium blog, Instagram, Twitter and Research Gate
• HRV4Training website and Instagram
• Heart Rate Variability (HRV) – Applications and Insights in 2018 and Beyond with Marco Altini | EP#144
• What Is behind Changes in Resting Heart Rate and Heart Rate Variability? A Large-Scale Analysis of Longitudinal Measurements Acquired in Free-Living - Altini and Plews 2021

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