Heart Rate Variability - Ant+ compatible free App

[datapolo]

Been looking for a free HRV app for some time and whilst there are plenty around they all use Bluetooth to connect the chest band but now there is an app on Google Play called Lepo which is Ant+ compatible. It is basic but still developing.

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=reaktor.recoverymonitor&hl=en

[MTBc]

S Health on the S5 also pairs with Ant+ HR straps. And there's IPBike, but I've had issues with consistent connectivity to the HRM with it.

 

With S Health, the HRM can pair with both Garmin and S5 at the same time, so have 2 records.

 

Have just installed Lepo now, looks quite geared towards measuring heart rate, but pity its missing GPS tracking for riding.

[datapolo]

MTBc,

it is not meant as a tracker but as a tool to help assist with training and indicating improvements and fatigue.

 

There is some good information here:

 

http://myithlete.com/the-science-behind-hrv.html

 

The iThlete solution seems more comprehensive but the Lepo one is free if you have an Ant+ or BT chest strap. So at least Lepo can give an introduction to HRV and if they do not develop it further then if the interest remains one could upgrade to the iThelete system.

 

Cheers,

Mike