Tag: heart rate variability
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When RPE and Readiness Scores Disagree, Which One Do You Trust?
RPE and wearable readiness scores measure different things, and expecting them to always agree misunderstands what each is built to do. This article covers where they typically diverge, why, and a practical framework for what to do when an athlete’s self-report and their device disagree.
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HRV Explained for Coaches: What It Actually Measures, When to Use It, and When to Ignore It
HRV is a genuinely useful coaching tool. It’s also widely misunderstood. Here’s what the research says about when to act on it, when to ignore it, and how to combine it with RPE for a clearer picture.