The one metric you should monitor today

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Welcome to today's health clip where we explore the one metric you should monitor to better understand your body. Heart rate variability is the tiny difference in time between each heartbeat, offering a unique glimpse into how your body is handling stress and recovering. When you experience higher heart rate variability, it means your body is relaxed and ready to recover. On the other hand, a lower heart rate variability indicates that your body is stuck in a state of stress, keeping you in constant alert. This single measure acts like a window into your nervous system, showing the balance between your fight or flight response and your rest and digest state. By paying attention to heart rate variability, you can learn whether your daily routines, sleep, and exercise are truly giving you the recovery you need. So, consider monitoring this metric as it may reveal the hidden signs of stress and help you take action to feel more balanced and energized.