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What Is HRV? Heart Rate Variability Explained Simply
Why HRV is a useful recovery signal and how wearables measure it.
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Key takeaways
- HRV is the variation between heartbeats.
- Higher HRV usually signals better recovery.
- Compare only with your own baseline.
The basics
Your heart does not beat like a metronome. Small variations reflect how your nervous system is balancing stress and recovery.
Measuring it
Rings measure HRV overnight for consistency; watches can too.
Using it
A sudden drop can mean stress, illness or poor sleep. Use it as a hint, not a diagnosis.
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