WHOOP Podcast Will Ahmed on Building WHOOP, The Future of Wearables, and What it Takes to Lead
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Sep 14, 2022 
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WHOOP's Origin
- Will Ahmed's passion for sports and exercise fueled WHOOP's creation.
- As a Harvard squash player, he realized he lacked knowledge about his training and recovery.
Strain and Recovery
- Optimal training balances strain and recovery, a core principle of WHOOP.
- Will Ahmed prioritized recovery because it was often overlooked in sports.
WHOOP's Daily Cycle
- WHOOP provides daily recovery scores (0-100%), guiding users on strain.
- It measures strain from exercise, stress, and daily activities.