What is heart rate variability (HRV)? As popular as the metaphor may be, a healthy heart doesn’t beat as regularly as a metronome. In fact, it changes its rhythm with each beat. Heart rate variability ...

The rhythmic beating of your heart tells a more complex story than most realize. While standard health assessments typically focus on heart rate, the subtle variations between individual heartbeats ...

If you wear a fitness tracker, you've likely seen a stat labeled "HRV" pop up on your screen. But what does it mean, and does it matter? Short for heart rate variability, HRV has become a popular ...

Micro-fluctuations in the time between heartbeats are proving a helpful indicator of mental health, stress levels and exercise capacity. They could even provide insight into how well you are ageing.