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Understanding Recovery Score
Recovery score estimates how well your body has recovered from stress, training and daily strain. Many wearables calculate this score using multiple physiological signals.
The goal of a recovery score is to help you decide whether your body is ready for intense activity or needs additional rest.
Metrics That Influence Recovery Score
Typical Recovery Score Levels
- low → body needs recovery
- medium → moderate strain possible
- high → body well recovered
What Can Lower Recovery Score
- poor sleep
- high stress
- heavy training load
- illness
- alcohol
How to Improve Recovery
- sufficient sleep
- regular rest days
- stress management
- balanced training load