2024, Vol. 9, Issue 2
Heart rate variability: Unlocking performance and recovery optimization in sports and fitness through smart wearable technology
Author(s): A Mohammed Shafeek and Praveen Kumar TK
Abstract:
Heart rate variability (HRV) serves as a non-invasive marker for evaluating autonomic nervous system (ANS) function, which is crucial for maintaining physiological balance. Comprising the sympathetic (SNS) and parasympathetic (PNS) systems, the ANS reflects a dynamic interaction that influences cardiovascular health, stress adaptation, athletic performance, and general well-being. In sports, HRV is increasingly used to assess an athlete's recovery, readiness for training, and overall fitness. High HRV indicates effective ANS adaptation, suggesting better recovery and readiness, while low HRV may signal insufficient recovery or potential health risks, such as stress and cardiovascular disease. Smart wearable devices provide a convenient means for continuous, long-term HRV monitoring, offering valuable insights into individual health, optimizing athletic performance, and facilitating personalized care. This paper explores the significance of HRV, factors affecting it, methods for its measurement, and the transformative role of wearable technology in healthcare and sports performance monitoring.
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