HRV doesn't determine our ability to perform, which is why we can always do great workouts (or races) on a 'low HRV day'. Anecdotes of this happening should be no surprise (especially for races, where disruption in our routine or psychological stressors often can lead to a 'more sympathetic response', without any issues in terms of performance).
HRV and performance
HRV and performance
HRV and performance
HRV doesn't determine our ability to perform, which is why we can always do great workouts (or races) on a 'low HRV day'. Anecdotes of this happening should be no surprise (especially for races, where disruption in our routine or psychological stressors often can lead to a 'more sympathetic response', without any issues in terms of performance).