What Your HRV Numbers Actually Mean (Resonance Theory) | Ep 288
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Confused about what those HRV numbers mean on your wearable device? Or if they even matter?
Learn how Resonance Theory, the same science behind musical instruments and bridge collapses, reveals why focusing only on heart rate variability (HRV) numbers misses the bigger picture of what&aposs happening in your body.
Main Takeaways:
Your absolute HRV number matters less than changes from your baseline3 key factors affect your baseline HRVDaily factors like sleep, alcohol, and stress can push you away from baselineLooking for patterns over 2-3 weeks is more valuable than daily numbersUnderstanding your body&aposs natural frequencies helps optimize training and recoveryEpisode Mentioned:
Make This ONE Change for Better Sleep, HRV, and Fat Loss (Dr. Peter Martone)Timestamps:
2:01 - What is resonance theory?
4:08 - Interpreting HRV numbers and using data effectively
10:43 - Tips to improve HRV
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