Heart rate monitor

How Accurate Are Wrist-Worn Heart Rate Monitors?

Heart rate monitors have become indispensable tools for runners and fitness enthusiasts. Most smartwatches and fitness bands use wrist-based optical sensors, known as photoplethysmography (PPG). In one study, an evaluation was conducted on how accurate these wrist-worn devices are—both at rest and during exercise—for people in normal heart rhythm (sinus rhythm) and those with atrial …

Training

Training by Pace, RPE, or Heart Rate — Which Should You Use?

When it comes to running training, one of the most common questions athletes ask is:“Should I train by pace, heart rate, or how I feel?” The answer?It depends. Each method—Pace, Heart Rate, and RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion)—offers a unique lens for guiding your training. But they’re not interchangeable, and using all three simultaneously can …