Choose to Endure

Heart Rate Variability (HRV): An Ultra Runner's Secret Weapon for Recovery and Performance

Richard Gleave • 45m • 2025-01-15

About This Episode

Back-of-pack ultra runner Richard Gleave shares how HRV has become a key part of his recovery strategy. Explains why his HRV stayed rock bottom for two weeks after a 220-mile ultra - a signal his body needed more time despite eagerness to train. How HRV saves him from the overtraining trap.

Key Takeaways

  • HRV measures autonomic nervous system balance
  • Low HRV after races signals recovery needed
  • HRV prevents overtraining trap
  • Personalizes recovery for ultra runners
  • Body needs time despite eagerness to train

Topics Covered

Ultra Running Recovery Back Of Pack Overtraining Autonomic Nervous System

Episode Details

Show Choose to Endure
Host Richard Gleave
Duration 45m
Published 2025-01-15
HRV Focus Primary topic

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