About This Episode
ithlete founder Simon Wegerif explains HRV for endurance training and scenarios where high HRV isn't good - like adrenal fatigue states where parasympathetic dominance falsely appears optimal. ithlete was the first HRV app available.
Key Takeaways
- High HRV isn't always good - can indicate adrenal fatigue
- ithlete was the first HRV app with ECG-validated accuracy
- Dehydration lowers HRV by increasing sympathetic dominance
- Rolling means and standard deviations improve accuracy
- Heart rate context helps interpret HRV readings
Topics Covered
Episode Details
Show
The Quantified Body
Host
Damien Blenkinsopp
Guest
Simon Wegerif
Duration
1h
Published
2015-08-01
HRV Focus
Primary topic