HRV

wiigelec

I started using RTS training log and their TRAC uses an orthostatic test as part of its parameter set.

I dug into the orthostatic test a bit and found HRV (heart rate variability) and the hrv4training app. Seems like an interesting tool for tracking stress and recovery.

Anybody using HRV over short/long term as a tool for managing training?

SnifterPug

I'm not (yet) using it as a tool. Recently discovered you can track it on an Apple Watch (have not bothered with any sort of app (yet) so for the moment I am just tracking to see what it's like.

icemom011

I'm tracking mine on Fitbit, I can't use it for training, as it only providing data for during sleep. Definitely interested in the topic though.

wiigelec

Here is s thorough treatment of the subject:

https://medium.com/@marco_alt/the-ultimate-guide-to-heart-rate-variability-hrv-part-1-70a0a392fff4

SnifterPug

wiigelec wrote: »

Here is s thorough treatment of the subject:

https://medium.com/@marco_alt/the-ultimate-guide-to-heart-rate-variability-hrv-part-1-70a0a392fff4

Thanks. That was really interesting. And induced me to shell out for the HRV4 app, which seems really good. I'm looking forward to seeing what information it provides. Takes a few days of readings before it can tell you anything.

wiigelec

Yeah I just hit day four so now I get the daily recommendation. Depending on how things shake out over the next few months I might splurge on the pro for the extra graphs.