Hi all, Does anyone here use HRV4training? I just stared using it a few weeks ago and had a question about some readings from this morning. I’ve been having a really hard time sleeping this past week, probably averaging around 4-5 hours. During that time, my HRV recovery score was holding steady …

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4-5h sleep…? I concentrate on getting through the day, no way would I contemplate “training” - sounds like a sure fire way of digging a huge hole. I would, however, include some L1, Active Recovery rides. These would probably have no deleterious effects and may even help you sleep.

Thanks. I’ve been wondering if I’ve been overdoing it, but I’m only on the bike 6 hours as week.

Maybe it wants more rest then just one night? Interpreting HRV trends

I use HRV4Training every day. I look at the long term trends and compare it to how I’m feeling. If I’m into a week with some hard rides, staying up too late, and then maybe having a few beers I’ll see my HRV trending down and down and I’ll know I need to rest, get sleep back on track, not drink, and…

It’s telling you to take it easy because its outside of your normal. HRV is based on your trend and baseline. When you jump to one end of the range or other, you are going to see recommendations to potentially take it easy.

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mcneese.chad May 11, 2020, 4:31pm 2

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