Human Endurance Beyond the HRV hype: How can HRV actually be useful? | Expert Series 04 | Marco Altini, Founder of HRV4 Training, Advisor at Oura
Jan 14, 2025
Marco Altini, founder of HRV4Training and advisor at Oura, dives deep into heart rate variability (HRV) and its vital role in optimizing health and athletic performance. He unpacks the true utility of wearables like Oura and Whoop, emphasizing the importance of context in HRV data. The conversation also highlights how lifestyle factors such as sleep quality and hormonal changes influence HRV readings. Whether you're an elite athlete or just starting out, Marco's insights promise to transform your understanding of recovery and training strategies.
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HRV Explained
- HRV, or heart rate variability, measures variations between heartbeats.
- It's a proxy for the body's stress response, useful for athletes and others.
HRV for Training Adjustments
- Use HRV to adjust training based on your body's current stress level.
- A low HRV indicates existing stress, making intense training less effective.
Individual HRV Differences
- Comparing HRV between individuals is pointless due to high genetic variability.
- Focus on relative changes in your own HRV over time, not absolute values.