The Wellness Rhythm Show

Why Your Resting Heart Rate Matters for Heart Health

9 min · 9 de jul de 2026
Portada del episodio Why Your Resting Heart Rate Matters for Heart Health

Descripción

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park explore why your resting heart rate is one of the most reliable indicators of cardiovascular health, breaking down what the research actually says about the 60-100 bpm "normal" range and why aiming for 50-70 is worth the effort. You'll learn the specific factors that drive your resting heart rate up—from sleep and stress to dehydration—and the evidence-backed strategies that lower it, including aerobic exercise, sleep, stress management, and movement breaks throughout your day. Emma and David also discuss how to interpret your wearable data realistically, address the real-life obstacles people face (like uncontrollable sleep schedules), and when it's worth bringing these numbers to your doctor. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

Comentarios

0

Sé la primera persona en comentar

¡Regístrate ahora y únete a la comunidad de The Wellness Rhythm Show!

Prueba gratis

Empieza 7 días de prueba

$99 / mes después de la prueba. · Cancela cuando quieras.

  • Podcasts solo en Podimo
  • 20 horas de audiolibros al mes
  • Podcast gratuitos

Todos los episodios

101 episodios

episode What Do Proteomic Aging Clocks Reveal About Your Health? artwork

What Do Proteomic Aging Clocks Reveal About Your Health?

Emma Sullivan and David Park break down proteomic aging clocks—new blood tests that measure thousands of proteins to reveal your biological age, which often differs from your chronological age—and examine what the science actually says about whether they're worth your attention. They explore the research behind these tests, including Stanford's landmark study on protein surge points and what meaningful biological age changes look like in practice. You'll learn which lifestyle factors (sleep, exercise, diet) most reliably shift your proteomic markers, and why the test itself matters far less than how you use the information. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

11 de jul de 20268 min
episode What's the Minimum Strength Training for Longevity? 2026 Research artwork

What's the Minimum Strength Training for Longevity? 2026 Research

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park break down the 2026 research showing that just two 30-minute strength training sessions per week can meaningfully reduce mortality risk—no gym membership or hours of training required. They explore how resistance training works through different biological pathways than cardio, why compound movements give you the most return on time invested, and how to start building this habit regardless of age or joint concerns. By the end, you'll understand the actual minimum effective dose for longevity and why "good enough" strength training is genuinely backed by science. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

Ayer10 min
episode Why Your Resting Heart Rate Matters for Heart Health artwork

Why Your Resting Heart Rate Matters for Heart Health

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park explore why your resting heart rate is one of the most reliable indicators of cardiovascular health, breaking down what the research actually says about the 60-100 bpm "normal" range and why aiming for 50-70 is worth the effort. You'll learn the specific factors that drive your resting heart rate up—from sleep and stress to dehydration—and the evidence-backed strategies that lower it, including aerobic exercise, sleep, stress management, and movement breaks throughout your day. Emma and David also discuss how to interpret your wearable data realistically, address the real-life obstacles people face (like uncontrollable sleep schedules), and when it's worth bringing these numbers to your doctor. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

9 de jul de 20269 min
episode Why Does Your Thyroid Control Your Energy, Weight, and Mood? artwork

Why Does Your Thyroid Control Your Energy, Weight, and Mood?

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park explore why your thyroid controls your energy, weight, mood, and metabolism—and why millions of people remain undiagnosed for years. You'll learn the difference between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, what a full thyroid panel actually reveals, and which lifestyle changes the research genuinely supports, from sleep and stress management to nutrition and exercise. Most importantly, you'll understand what questions to ask your doctor and why symptom patterns matter more than generic wellness advice. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

8 de jul de 20269 min
episode What Do Telomeres Really Reveal About Your Biological Age? artwork

What Do Telomeres Really Reveal About Your Biological Age?

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park break down what telomere science actually shows about biological aging—and what commercial tests claiming to measure your "real age" actually can't tell you. They explore the genuine research behind epigenetic clocks while unpacking why a single test result shouldn't drive health decisions, then dig into the lifestyle factors with real evidence behind them: sleep, exercise, and stress management. Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:   ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow [https://thedailypractice33.substack.com]   📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com [https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com]   Powered by VoxCrea.AI [https://voxcrea.ai]

7 de jul de 20269 min