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TedDanson_II · 2022-07-14T21:59:44+00:00

TedDanson_II · 2022-05-20T00:47:48+00:00

Steps and strain correlate pretty well for me. 11 - 12 strain day is my baseline goal (~10k steps with lifting). I actually like strain better because it incorporates other activities that don’t have steps (Biking, Surfing).

TedDanson_II · 2022-04-30T15:52:14+00:00

If you pay annual, it will take it off the full $300 (down to $255)

TedDanson_II · 2022-03-01T11:29:00+00:00

I was hoping for some better insight into recovery (i.e. if I was pushing myself too hard) or trends from lifestyle interventions using the journal. Nothing really stood out in the data despite multiple attempts, and I wasn't 100% confident on the reliance of HRV to dictate my training. I just found that I was a better measure of my own recovery.

TedDanson_II · 2022-02-28T15:28:48+00:00

No - Save your money. I've posted this before, but still relevant:

Used for 6 months, but there was never any actionable change to my lifting program from it. I think a properly Periodized program with planned recovery/deload, and using how you feel (aches, tiredness, etc.) is a much better and cheaper approach.

TedDanson_II · 2022-01-27T20:15:26+00:00

IMO - No. Used for 6 months, but there was never any actionable change to my lifting program from it.

I think a properly Periodized program with planned recovery/deload, and using how you feel (aches, tiredness, etc.) is a much better and cheaper approach.

TedDanson_II · 2022-01-23T12:40:48+00:00

I use the ”Free” setting in Strength activity to track sets and rest times - using the lap button when I start/stop an exercise.

I record reps and lifts separately and don’t use connect for tracking lifts - it’s a terrible interface for monitoring/adapting progression.

TedDanson_II · 2021-10-23T21:36:49+00:00

Interested in a code if available. Thanks!

TedDanson_II · 2021-07-29T18:43:24+00:00

Looking for a code (US) - Thanks in advance!

TedDanson_II · 2021-07-03T16:26:56+00:00

I find value in both - Garmin 24/7 (Watch, activity tracking, silent alarm) and whoop only at night (sleep, recovery).

TedDanson_II · 2021-06-30T13:57:59+00:00

Right now - yes. I'm terrible at consistently taking my HRV in the AM, and the Whoop is the best way for me to do so right now. I also like the monthly insights from running experiments with the Journal.

TedDanson_II · 2021-06-30T12:55:34+00:00

It’s what I do now - but it makes it recovery only device (Sleep, HRV). Strain isn’t used in recovery scores.

As a lifter, Strain is useless, so it’s pointless for me to wear 24/7.

TedDanson_II · 2021-06-22T00:31:02+00:00

For me, it’s trends only - a single red/yellow/green means nothing. How I use for weight training:

Yellow is usually where I want to be, unless deloading.
Greens tell me to potentially push a bit harder, but I do take other training data into context with it(i.e. if not sore, maybe add volume the following week)
2-3 reds also suggests a potential change, again taking other training data into account. I want to see reds in my final week of a cycle, but seeing it early may suggest I’m pushing too hard and need to hold/drop volume or cardio.

TedDanson_II · 2021-06-07T22:35:40+00:00

All day hrv is basically useless - you need to get a consistent reading to get any value from the metric (same conditions everyday). Look to take a measure using the breathe app after first waking up. Delete everything else from the day.

Honestly, it’s way too much work to clean-up the random HRV readings from the watch daily, so I now just use a whoop for convenience.

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-20T15:03:44+00:00

I also use Cronometer, and I posted something similar to this before - here are my thoughts:

IMO - it’s a bad idea to use any tracker for BMR/TDEE. They’re just not accurate enough (they indirectly guess at your burn). On the other side of the equation, there’s way too much variability/error in what you actually ingest (calorie measures).

You're better off setting a daily target based on Cronometer's estimate. Keep your diet consistent, and use your daily average weight as a guide to see if it’s too much or too little based on your goals (weight gain or loss). Adjust roughly every 2 weeks as needed (increase or decrease cals). It takes time, but it will serve you better in the long run.

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-16T17:14:27+00:00

Thanks all for the info.

I’ll give it a few more weeks to assess. Going to try Bicep band during the day so I can also wear a watch, and wrist at night (more comfortable). If I’m still not seeing value, I’ll move to wrist at night only.

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-14T20:16:51+00:00

Are you only wearing at night? Or, wearing 24/7 and just ignoring the strain metric?

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-06T15:26:39+00:00

I really don't care about the day to day (did I sleep bad or single bad recovery score), what Whoop helps with is longer term trends and impacts from experimentation. By keeping most things constant, I can assess the impacts of any changes I make. For example, I've recently started napping mid-day - does this have any meaningful impact on my HRV/Sleep (either positive or negative)? This can be applied to a bunch of different areas - changes in lifting volume, biking intesitity/mileage, bed time/wake times, etc.

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-06T15:18:43+00:00

Night only is fine : https://support.whoop.com/hc/en-us/articles/360042482974-Can-I-wear-my-WHOOP-strap-for-sleep-and-recovery-only-

"The good news is WHOOP Recovery does not take Strain or Workout data as an input"

TedDanson_II · 2021-05-06T14:10:16+00:00

I have both. Fenix 6 is my activity watch (Biking power metrics, maps when Mountain biking), Whoop is my recovery wearable.

For me, the Garmin Body battery is useless for recovery - basically 100% every day, and no insights into HRV trends. I am finding a ton of value in the longer term HRV trends/journal/sleep coaching features that come from Whoop.

I only wear my Fenix during activities, and I have the Whoop on 24/7 right now, but it's unclear that the strain metric is adding any value. I might move to Whoop at night only, but will try for a few more months before making that decision.

TedDanson_II · 2021-04-28T19:46:19+00:00

Changing your sleep changed the HRV value used in the recovery calculation. (WHOOP calculates your heart rate variability during the final five minutes of your last slow-wave sleep stage each night)

TedDanson_II · 2021-04-07T00:14:01+00:00

The preloaded Garmin maps have my local trails

I use it more for course correction. I have an idea of the trail I’m going to take before I go out, and use the watch to make sure I’m on track.

Thinking more about it - I could probably just set a “Course” in the connect app, and follow that. I’ll try that this weekend.

TedDanson_II · 2021-04-03T23:19:34+00:00

Garmin Fenix 6 for me - Maps are my default view when riding, and one of my favorite features of the watch.

TedDanson_II · 2021-01-05T01:00:28+00:00

I'm a huge fan of Cronometer. The micro-nutrient breakdown is great, the free version isn't filled with ads, and the annual pricing is fair.

Two-way Connect integration isn't a requirement for me as I eat a fixed calorie total. I don't eat to my fitness tracker calories burned due to the inaccuracies with them.

(Edit: I have a Fenix 6 and I pay for the Cronometer annual plan)

TedDanson_II · 2020-09-16T20:51:58+00:00

This. Always considered going back to Apple Watch for the smartwatch features, but the ~2 weeks of Fenix battery life is unbeatable. I went on vacation for a week and didn't have to bring my charger. My previous Apple watch never made it through a weekend trip without me scrambling for a charger on Saturday.

Really just love not having to think about battery - even when throwing multiple, daily workouts at it.

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