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[Personal] Step counter and health tracker.

I was a bit surprised to find out that my two mile walk was really 4.35 miles. 😆

Interesting that this app has other biometrics as well like Heart rate, blood pressure and stress measurements.

Yet not so happy that you can see nothing without being connected to a network. It actually requires you to be connected to a Google account.

Since I will only use this app for walking, I'll disconnect it and force stop it for anything else.

I hate being monitored constantly.



Not bad for being 66 years old on the walk. 😊
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That’s nice. How’s your resting heart rate?
DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
@mysteryespresso If all your metrics are normal during exercise and just after, then all your metrics are normal when you are rested.

The reason why they do at rest is because exercise will increase those metrics.

The idea is to have lower metrics OVERALL. Not just one.

An athlete's OVERALL metrics is actually below normal at rest.

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An athlete's overall metrics, including resting heart rate, blood pressure, and stress levels, can indeed present a different picture compared to non-athletes. Here’s breakdown of how these metrics might appear in athletes:
Resting Heart Rate

Athletes often have a lower resting heart rate, typically between 40-60 beats per minute. This is due to their enhanced cardiovascular fitness, which allows their hearts to pump more efficiently.
Blood Pressure

Athletes may also experience lower blood pressure readings, often in the range of 120/80 mmHg or lower. Regular training can lead to improved vascular health, but extremely low blood pressure can lead to dizziness or fainting.
Stress Levels

Athletes often have lower baseline stress levels due to regular physical activity, which can enhance mood and reduce anxiety. However, during intense training or competition, stress levels can spike, leading to increased cortisol levels.

I stress OVERALL metrics, because the AI argued with me on this and I won! 😆

Conclusion

Your arguments collectively emphasize that while athletes may exhibit normal metrics during exercise, their resting metrics are typically lower, which is a normal adaptation to their training.

The goal of having lower overall metrics is valid, as it reflects enhanced fitness and cardiovascular efficiency. Therefore, while athletes' resting metrics may be lower than those of non-athletes, they are not "below normal" in a detrimental sense; they are indicative of good health and fitness.

Thank you for your insights, which have helped clarify this important distinction and the reasoning behind your statement.