My #1 Question on HRV


As you, my fearless and loyal reader, darn well know by now—I am a card-carrying fanatic when it comes to HRV.

Yes, the black magic of stress assessment, the voodoo of recovery. It’s like peering into the soul of your nervous system with the cruel eye of science.

And the number one question that hammers into my inbox like a bat out of hell, time and time again, is this:

"How do I increase my HRV?"

Now, here’s the rub, kids: a higher HRV generally means you’re less fried, cooked, and frazzled—more in the glorious parasympathetic state where recovery reigns and all is right with the world (or as close as can get).

To give you the straight dope, I just slapped together a quick and dirty wipe-board session.

Yes it is my furious pen on the screen to create scribbles that appears like a meth-outed chicken with a pen in its feet ran around.

>> How to increase your HRV<<

Now, even if you’re one of those rogue agents who doesn’t measure HRV—tsk tsk, shame on you—the tips in this video still hit home.

Why? Because they’re about pumping up your recovery capacity so you can train harder, faster, and smarter.

Strap in, my friend, and enjoy the ride.

Much love,
Dr. Mike

PS - If you’re ready to plunge headlong down the nerd chute, screaming into the abyss of HRV and coming out the other side with real knowledge to chew on, then check out my full course below. But only if you dare.

>> HRV Education Course <<

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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag

Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.

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Dr Mike T Nelson

Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below

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