S3:E2 - What is heart rate variability (HRV) & why should I know about it?

<p>Heart rate variability (HRV) has been a hot topic over the past year or so in response to the body’s ability to recover efficiently &amp; effectively.</p> <p>HRV is controlled by the autonomic nervous system, which is made up of both the parasympathetic + sympathetic nervous systems.</p> <p>More &amp; more research is being performed in the fitness world, especially with elite athletes.</p> <p>But…what about the general population in response to maintaining a healthy lifestyle?</p> <p>Today we discuss 3 questions:</p> <ul> <li>What is HRV &amp; why it is important?</li> <li>What factors are considered in HRV?</li> <li>How can you improve your HRV?</li> </ul> <p>Also, I wanted to share with you my response to an “overtraining” experience earlier this year &amp; how I got myself out of it (see links below).</p> <p>——</p> <p>LINKS:</p> <p>Dr. Amy’s “Overtraining” Experience: <a href="https://youtu.be/PkDa5n8Wemw">https://youtu.be/PkDa5n8Wemw</a></p> <p>Dr. Amy’s “Overtraining” Recovery: <a href="https://youtu.be/leEzJjZX8mw">https://youtu.be/leEzJjZX8mw</a></p> <p>WHOOP HRV Blog: <a href="https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/heart-rate-variability-hrv/">https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/heart-rate-variability-hrv/</a></p> <p>WHOOP HRV Podcast: <a href="https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/podcast-29-heart-rate-variability-hrv/">https://www.whoop.com/thelocker/podcast-29-heart-rate-variability-hrv/</a></p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>The Function with Purpose Podcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>All things health - wellness - fitness - &amp; education through the physical therapy perspective</p> <p><br></p> <p>Fortress PT is here to serve the Charlotte-Metro area by highlighting the importance of how &amp; why physical therapy should be a part of your health &amp; wellness lifestyle</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p><strong>DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST SERVES FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL(S).</strong></p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>-</p> <p>Give us a fo