WHOOP Podcast Daily Tips and Tricks to Boost Your HRV with Emily Capodilupo
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Sep 13, 2023 
Emily Capodilupo, SVP of Data Science & Research, joins Kristen Holmes to discuss Heart Rate Variability (HRV). They explore what HRV is, how WHOOP measures it, adaptive behaviors to improve HRV, and the personalized nature of HRV. They also cover the impact of menstruation, pregnancy, and sleep on HRV, as well as listener questions.
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HRV Explained
- HRV measures the variability in heartbeats, reflecting the autonomic nervous system's balance.
- High HRV indicates a healthy balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches.
HRV and WHOOP
- WHOOP measures HRV during sleep to assess the body's resting balance.
- Low HRV during illness signifies resource diversion to the immune system, impacting performance.
Resource Management
- Prioritize behaviors that replenish resources, especially after intense workouts.
- Avoid resource-depleting activities like excessive alcohol consumption after training.