In this episode of the Sport Pharmacy Network podcast, Sean Casey interviews Dr. Mike T. Nelson, an expert in human performance and health optimization. In this conversation, Dr. Mike T. Nelson discusses the significance of heart rate variability (HRV) in athletes and how it can be used to monitor recovery and performance. Key things touched on during this interview include:

• The history of Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

• How HRV can be used to assess the  autonomic nervous system

• The impact of lifestyle and health conditions on HRV

• How health conditions and medications impact HRV scores. 

• Different ways HRV is measured and what to look

• How to alter someone’s training programs based on HRV score

• What to look for in choosing HRV wearables

• And More!

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or healthcare provider, this episode offers clinical pearls, inspiration, and actionable tools for supporting high-performance!

Guest Bio

Dr. Mike T Nelson has a PhD in Exercise Physiology and MS in Biomechanics. He has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier.

He’s been called in to share his techniques with top government agencies, universities and colleges, fitness organizations and fanatics. The techniques he’s developed, and the results Mike gets for his clients have been featured in international magazines, in scientific publications, and on websites across the globe.

Resources 

Mike T Nelson website: Human Performance Specialist | Dr. Mike T Nelson

Instagram handle: @drmiketnelson

Facebook: Mike T Nelson