The Movement System Podcast The 4 Most Important Health Metrics You Can Track (And What They Actually Mean)
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May 29, 2025 Explore four essential health metrics vital for assessing your fitness! Discover how resting heart rate, body composition, and heart rate variability give insight into your cardiovascular health. Uncover the significance of VO2 max and learn practical training strategies to improve this crucial indicator. Tune in for valuable tips on tracking these metrics to boost your overall well-being!
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Resting Heart Rate and Fitness
- Resting heart rate decreases with aerobic fitness due to improved oxygen delivery and a stronger heart.
- Elite athletes have lower resting cardiac output but more efficient heart function, leading to fewer heartbeats needed per minute.
How to Track Resting Heart Rate
- Track resting heart rate first thing after waking to monitor aerobic fitness adaptations.
- Aim for around 50 beats per minute as a healthy target, considering genetics and aerobic training volume.
Training to Lower Heart Rate
- Increase aerobic training volume to improve resting heart rate and cardiovascular adaptations.
- Include zone two cardio and one to two high-intensity sessions weekly for optimal fitness gains.