Hey Team, I hope everyone is having a great week and if you're in Chicago, I hope you've been able to get out and enjoy some of this fantastic weather!
So, I wanted to take a minute to talk to you about wearable biotech- i.e. smart watches and bands.
The technological advancements that have taken place over the past 5-6 years have improved the functionality of wearable tech tenfold.
Overall, this is a good thing. It can help us keep tabs on our health and find ways to improve our longevity and functionality.
Whether you have a Fitbit, Apple watch, Whoop, Garmin or some other type of biometric technology, there are certain numbers that you want to pay attention to more than others.
The most popular data on any wearable is obviously the step count, and if you know me at all, you know what a big proponent of walking I am.
So, yes, keep those step counts up by going for a daily walk.
There's also the heart rate feature which is very useful in many ways.
One such way is the resting heart rate (RHR) of most data trackers.
Resting heart rate (RHR) is an important indicator of overall cardiovascular health and fitness. A lower RHR typically signifies a stronger, more efficient heart that requires fewer beats to pump blood throughout the body.
Monitoring RHR can help detect potential health issues, such as heart disease or stress-related conditions, before they become serious.
If your resting heart rate is above 80 bpm then you need to assess your daily habits to bring that number down.
The second metric I wanted to talk about is heart rate variability (HRV).
Data for HRV has traditionally come from medical-grade devices such as ECGs. But now that over-the-counter technology is catching up, HRV can be accurately measured on chest straps and watches.
This data is indicative of how well balanced your central nervous system is.
There are many factors that affect your HRV such as exercise, diet, stress and sleep.
The higher the number the better. It means that your central nervous system (CNS) is in a ready and adaptable state.
And we all know how important your CNS is.
There's still more to study and learn about this biometric, but it seems to be a very effective number to pay attention to for optimal health and overall recovery.
If you are worried about your HRV or RHR and aren't sure what to do then make sure to book a call with me so we can discuss how I can help you feel and function better.
Alright guys, I will talk to you next week.
Get Fit!
Sean
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