Heart Rate Variability Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the Heart Rate Variability Podcast where we discuss the research and applications of heart rate variability.
In this episode, Rabeea Maqsood joins Matt to discuss her research on Ultra-Short-Term Heart Rate Variability and Combat-Related Traumatic Injury.
Learn more about Rabeea's work: https://staffprofiles.bournemouth.ac.uk/display/rmaqsood
In this episode, Dr. Nate Ewigman returns to the podcast to discuss interoception with Matt. We learned about the connection between interoception, heart rate variability, and mental health.
Nate Ewigman: drnateewigman@gmail.com
In this episode, Matt interviews Parker McKasson and Hannah Hornberger on their research into heart rate variability and religiosity.
In this episode, Lieven Van Linden joins Matt to discuss his work, book, and personal journey with heart rate variability.
Lieven loves to explore and experience all the internal and external boundaries of our human existence. His curiosity for human optimization and exploration has led him to run ultra distances in the deserts of Morocco and the jungles of Brazil. He covered snowy mountains wearing nothing but swimming shorts and dived into the ocean on nothing but a single breath.
After completing an Executive MBA and spending 10 years in a corporate environment, Lieven founded his own company, Built For Endurance, aimed at helping leaders optimize their energy, health, and performance. In their programs, they use biometrical data (HRV) and immersive experiences to drive lasting behavioural change.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lieven-van-linden-7866035/
In this episode, Stephanie White nerds out with Matt about the differences between two popular heart rate variability biofeedback forms: coherence and resonance frequency breathing.
Web: www.measurableresilience.com
In this episode, Sigrún Þóra Sveinsdóttir joins Matt to discuss her research on integrating Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback with Police in Iceland.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sigrunthora/Email: sigrun@proency.comInstagram: dailypsychophysiologyTwitter: https://x.com/sigrunthora
As we approach the 4th of July in the US and the peak of summer vacation, we thought it was a great time to revisit one of our most popular episodes on planning a healthy (and fun) HRV-friendly vacation.
Dr. Catherine Schweikert joins Matt to discuss her work with self-compassion, heart rate variability, and her book The Compassion Remedy.
Catherine Wergin Schweikert, PhD, MPH, PA-C
Author, researcher, and speaker
Her expertise is in the psychophysiology of compassion and how this grounded, pragmatic,
vitality producing quality helps to bring us back to are true nature and create health and peace.
After 23 years of practicing medicine, she was inspired research how compassion, self-
compassion, and fears of compassion effect heart health and long-term stress levels measured
with cortisol in healthcare workers.
During her PhD program she was able to attend Stanford’s Center for Compassion Altruism and
Research & Education (CCARE) program. During her time there she created programs that have
has delivered to major hospitals in the greater Sacramento Valley and collaborated with
METAHAB to deliver her knowledge to the Veteran’s Administration. She has also participated
in a post-traumatic growth conference at Sacramento State as the expert in strength-based
compassionate embodiment in the post-traumatic growth experience. She continues as a guest
lecturer at Sacramento State University in the Traumatology class.
Using what she learned at CCARE and her research for her PhD dissertation Catherine wrote the
book The Compassion Remedy to bridge the gap between the science of compassion and the
daily incorporation of this quality. This book just one Forwards Indies National book of award in
Bronze.
She continues to write and contribute to the Global Compassion Coalition on the Science of
Compassion.
She is also a guild member of Compassion 2.0, a group of innovative thinkers and leaders in the
world of flourishing with compassionate integrity in business and beyond.
Finally, she presented a TEDx talk on how compassion makes for the best connections.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-wergin-schweikert-2512818/http://catherineschweikert.com/
Greg Elliott and Matt discuss Greg's continued work and thoughts about HRV. Greg and Matt explore the connection between the physical and mental and how HRV provides a common language for healing, health, and performance.
In this episode, Nick Lackey joins Matt to discuss the nature of pain and its relationship to heart rate variability and the nervous system. We also explore the exciting potential of HRV Biofeedback to help people to alleviate their pain.
Nicholas Seth Lackey, MA BCB, is a doctoral student in clinical psychology specializing in healthpsychology at Alliant International University. With a focus on understanding and improving mental health, Nicholas has gained extensive clinical experience in various settings, conducting assessments and providing evidence-based therapy to individuals of all ages. His research contributions include studies on the psychophysiological effects of Heart-Rate Variability Biofeedback and meta-analyses on topics such as substance abuse and late-life depression. Nicholas is also actively involved in teaching and service, serving as a graduate statistics tutor and holding leadership positions in student organizations. With his dedication to the field and commitment to making a difference, Nicholas is poised to become a valuable asset in the realm of psychology.
nslackey@gmail.com
DGBI review in Dr. G's Lab: Freeman, K. R., Lackey, N. S., Ferdousin, V., Fathi, M., Clarke, D. F., Mathias, M. S., Wynveen, R., Weiss, L., & Gevirtz, R. N. (2023). A Topical Review of Heart Rate Variability (HRVB) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Pediatric Disorders of Gut Brain Interaction. Clinical Practice in Pediatric Psychology, 11(4), 395-407. https://doi.org/10.1037/cpp0000506Inconsistency of brain regions across Central Sensitivity Syndromes: Walitt, B.; Ceko, M.; Gracely, J. L.; Gracely, R. H. Neuroimaging of Central Sensitivity Syndromes: Key Insights from the Scientific Literature. Curr Rheumatol Rev 2016, 12 (1), 55-87. DOI: 10.2174/1573397112666151231111104.Current IASP definitions: Raja, S. N.; Carr, D. B.; Cohen, M.; Finnerup, N. B.; Flor, H.; Gibson, S.; Keefe, F. J.; Mogil, J. S.; Ringkamp, M.; Sluka, K. A.; et al. The revised International Association for the Study of Pain definition of pain: concepts, challenges, and compromises. Pain 2020, 161 (9), 1976-1982. DOI: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001939.CBT for Chronic Pain Neuroimaging: Bao, S.; Qiao, M.; Lu, Y.; Jiang, Y. Neuroimaging Mechanism of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Pain Management. Pain Res Manag 2022, 2022, 6266619. DOI: 10.1155/2022/6266619.No difference on 24-hour HRV on low/high CSI: Mikkonen, J.; Kupari, S.; Tarvainen, M.; Neblett, R.; Airaksinen, O.; Luomajoki, H.; Leinonen, V. To what degree patient-reported symptoms of central sensitization, kinesiophobia, disability, sleep, and life quality associated with 24-h heart rate variability and actigraphy measurements? Pain Pract 2024, 24 (4), 609-619. DOI: 10.1111/papr.13331.
In this episode, Dr. David Hopper talks about the connection between nutrition, health, inflammation, and heart rate variability.
In this episode, Joshua Marchant joins Matt to discuss his research comparing how resonance frequency, square breathing, and 4-7-8 breathing impact heart rate variability.
Josh is a 1st-year student studying clinical psychology at Brigham Young University. He is interested in combining psychotherapy with biofeedback to improve mental health treatment outcomes. He works under the mentorship of Dr. Patrick Steffen. Josh is also a father of two little boys and loves spending time with his family.
Here is a link to the presentation slides for Josh's thesis, including data and graphs for the data: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1djNhRAn7avAgO3ZNwFV3d4VjvZJBOIsJ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115393129857853066622&rtpof=true&sd=true
In this episode, Dr. Mensinger and Matt Bennett make the research-based argument on why heart rate variability destroys body mass index as a metric of health and longevity!
Janell Mensinger, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical and School Psychology at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Mensinger is a passionate and dedicated mentor to students pursuing doctoral degrees in clinical psychology and teaches courses in statistics, theories of measurement, and eating disorders. She is an elected Fellow of the Academy of Eating Disorders and has been doing research in the field eating and body concerns for over 20 years. She is widely published and has presented all over the world on topics related to her program of research, which primarily focuses on the intersection of weight stigma and disordered eating. Her research includes one of the first randomized controlled trials highlighting the importance of promoting a weight-neutral (aka weight-inclusive) over a weight-centered approach to health and wellbeing. More recently, in search of more accessible digital interventions for individuals who are struggling with eating and body concerns, she piloted the successful use of a smartphone-based heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback app for enhancing mindful self-awareness and reducing disordered eating among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was recently awarded (2024) an R16 SuRE grant from the National Institutes of Health investigating methods to optimize the validity of measuring mind-body phenomena. This work specifically aims to improve our understanding and measurement of interoceptive sensibility (i.e., the ability to adaptively interpret bodily signals) as it relates to health and wellbeing.
In Matt and Janell’s recent AAPB conference workshop (May 2024) on the problems and pitfalls of the BMI as a health metric, they propose HRV as a potential alternative metric in the context of a stigma-free weight-inclusive approach to healthcare. For more information about a weight inclusive model of health and a sampling of the research Janell has completed over the past 5 years describing and testing this perspective, see the articles below. The 2022 and 2021 papers are open source. Please feel free to email Janell for copies of the 2019 or 2023 papers if you cannot obtain them.
Mensinger, J.L., Shepherd, B.F., Schapiro, S., Aware, Y., Brochu, P. Calogero, R., & Tylka, T., (2023). Mediating effects of a weight-inclusive health promotion program on maladaptive eating in women with high body mass index. Eating Behaviors, 49, 101730. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eatbeh.2023.101730
Mensinger, J. L. (2022). Traumatic stress, body shame, and internalized weight stigma as mediators of change in disordered eating: a single-arm pilot study of the Body Trust® framework. Eating Disorders, 30(6), 618-646. https://doi.org/10.1080/10640266.2021.1985807
Calogero, R.M., Tylka, T.L., Mensinger, J.L., Meadows, A., & Danielsdottir, S. (2019). Recognizing fat as a fundamental right: A weight-inclusive approach to size acceptance and healing from sizeism. Women and Therapy, 102,1-23. https://doi.org/10.1080/02703149.2018.1524067
Mensinger, J.L., Cox, S., & Henretty, J. (2021). Treatment outcomes and trajectories of change in patients attributing their eating disorder onset to anti-obesity messaging. Psychosomatic Medicine, 83(7), 777-786. https://doi.org/10.1097/PSY.0000000000000962
Dr. Fred Shaffer joins the podcast to discuss his nearly five decades of work with heart rate variability and biofeedback. It is such an honor to have one of the pioneers in HRV as our guest! http://fshaffer.sites.truman.edu/
In this episode, Dr. Inna Khazan joins Matt to discuss how to set up an ideal heart rate variability training session. Learn how to get the most benefit out of your training time.
In our 150th episode, Matt takes a moment to reflect on the Heart Rate Variability Podcast's birth and development over the last four years. Matt also looks forward to the future and continues to ask, "How many hours of conversations can you have around a single biometric?"
In this episode, Dr. Christine Sanchez joins Matt and Inna to discuss her work providing mental skills training and executive coaching to high-level performers and teams.
Dr. Christine Sanchez specializes in providing mental skills training and executive coaching to high level performers and teams. Her diverse portfolio of clients includes elite military service members, first responders, executives, professional athletes, and other performers who desire to unlock their true potential. She is passionate about being an “aid to navigation” in assisting clients to return home to their authentic self and purpose.
Dr. Sanchez is best known for her work targeting mindful performance under pressure, productive failures, and well-being optimization. She routinely integrates Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback and capnography training for facilitating optimal performance in high stress scenarios. Restorative practices for deliberate recovery is a popular topic she works with clients on, integrating breathwork, nature based wisdom, mindfulness, meaningful social connection, and movement.
Fun facts about Dr. Sanchez: 1) Performance Psychology & Executive Coaching are her second careers. During her first career she worked as a Naval Architect and Marine Engineer. When Dr. Sanchez realized how much she enjoyed helping others work towards their most important goals, she made a courageous decision and switched careers. 2) Dr. Sanchez is a prior collegiate swimmer and Master’s level triathlete and rower. Today in her free time she enjoys racing Standup Paddle Boards for fun.
Dr. Sanchez earned her PhD in Sport and Performance Psychology from Florida State University, and currently holds the following certifications: Board Certified in Biofeedback (BCB), Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), Certified Breathing Behavioral Analyst (CBBA), and ICF Associate Certified Coach (in progress). She resides in Virginia Beach, VA where she soaks up all the water time she can get paddling, surfing, and enjoying beach time with her dog.
drchristinesanchez@gmail.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drchristinesanchezphd/Books mentioned in this episode:Burnout by Nagoski and NagoskiHeart, Breath, Mind by Lagos and Harcourt
Ben Riley joins Matt to discuss the technology behind heart rate variability. Learn what is behind those numbers that seemingly magically appear on your phone or watch.
In this episode, Matt interviews Dr. Khazan about the power and science of resonance frequency breathing. Learn how this powerful approach can build the resiliency of the nervous system and why Matt believes it has been life-changing in his own life.
Access to the pilot study can be found at https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10484-024-09621-w
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Janell Mensinger, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical and School Psychology at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Mensinger is a passionate and dedicated mentor to graduate students pursuing doctoral degrees in clinical psychology and teaches courses in statistics, theories of measurement, and eating disorders. She is an elected Fellow of the Academy of Eating Disorders and has been doing research in the field eating and body concerns for over 20 years. She is widely published with over 65 peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented all over the world on topics related to her program of research, which primarily focuses on the intersection of weight stigma and disordered eating. Her research includes one of the first randomized controlled trials highlighting the importance of promoting a weight-neutral over a weight-centric approach to health and wellbeing. More recently, in search of more accessible digital interventions for individuals who are struggling with eating and body concerns, she piloted the successful use of a smartphone-based heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback app for enhancing mindful self-awareness and reducing disordered eating among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was just awarded a R16 SuRE grant from the National Institutes of Health to provide graduate students in clinical psychology with high quality research experiences investigating methods to optimize the validity of measuring mind-body phenomena. This work specifically aims to improve our understanding and measurement of interoceptive sensibility (i.e., a positive body connection and ability to adaptively read bodily cues), especially as it relates to early detection of eating disorders across the weight spectrum.
In this episode, Dr Torkil Færø joins Matt to discuss his book The Pulse Cure. Dr Torkil Færø discusses his personal journey with HRV and how it informs his work as a medical doctor.
Learn more about his book: The Pulse Cure: Balance Stress, Optimise Health and Live Longer
Dr Torkil Færø's website: https://thepulsecure.com/
Dr Torkil Færø is a general practitioner and emergency physician, documentary filmmaker, author and photographer. In 1996 he was one of the first Norwegian medics to work for Doctors Without Borders when he worked in war-torn Angola. Over a 25-year career as a freelance doctor, he has worked all over Norway, had tens of thousands of consultations and gained a unique picture of the diseases that plague us. He has learned that the cause is most often found in the stresses our lifestyles place on our bodies.
Færø is also an award-winning photographer, author of Kamerakuren (The Camera Cure), and has made documentaries about his pilgrimages to Nidaros and Santiago de Compostela. An inveterate traveler, he has made his way by bicycle, motorbike, kayak, sailboat and car through over 80 countries, and speaks eight languages. He lives in Oslo with his wife and two children.
In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, Dr. Gevirtz joins Matt to discuss his recent research on heart rate variability and brain injuries. Learn how HRV biofeedback helps repair key brain functions after an injury.
Dr. Gevirtz's article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10484-023-09592-4
Dr. Richard Gevirtz is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology for the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego. He has been in involved in research and clinical work in applied psychophysiology and biofeedback for the last 30 years and served as the president of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, 2006-2007. His primary research interests are in understanding the physiological and psychological mediators involved in disorders such as chronic muscle pain, fibromyalgia, and gastrointestinal pain. In this vein, he has studied applications of heart rate variability biofeedback for anxiety, pain, gastrointestinal, cardiac rehabilitation, and other disorders. He is the author of many journal articles and chapters on these topics. He also maintains a part time clinical practice treating patients with anxiety and stress related disorders. https://www.alliant.edu/faculty/richard-gevirtz
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In this episode, Dr Dave interviews one of his students, Laurie Wagner, who is already a well-seasoned master. They cover some innovative strategies to increase vagal tone and HRV and go deep into some powerful supplements most people have never heard of.
In this replay of a classic episode, Dr. Ron Siegel joins Inna and Matt to discuss his new book, The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary, and his decades of experience in mindfulness and meditation.
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Dr. Siegel is an Assistant Professor of Psychology, part-time, at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over 35 years. A long-time student of mindfulness meditation, Dr. Siegel serves on the Board of Directors and faculty of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy and the faculties of the Center for Mindfulness and Compassion at the Cambridge Health Alliance and the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He teaches internationally about mind-body medicine and the application of mindfulness and compassion practices in psychotherapy and other fields. Find out more about Dr. Siegel's work at https://drronsiegel.com/
Check out Dr. Siegel's new book at https://amzn.to/3Ik2LpR
In this episode, Inna Khazan and Matt talk about the importance of low-frequency heart rate variability for biofeedback and mindfulness practices. We also discuss the new Optimal Zone feature in the Optimal HRV app to utilize this science.
In this episode, Joey Scrivani joins Matt to discuss his journey with heart rate variability and healing trauma. Joey shares how he uses his experience to help other first responders deal with the trauma and challenges of their work.
About Joey:
My name is Joey Scrivani I’m 34 years old and a happily married father of two young boys. I am offering this course as a way to give back and teach skills I wish I would’ve had when I started my fire service career.
After 10 years in the fire service, I was diagnosed with PTSD. My symptoms included panic attacks, disassociation, suicidal ideations, sleep issues, anxiety and depression. As I began my treatment, I found it lacking as the conventional treatment was aimed at giving pharmaceuticals to help my symptoms while failing to address the nervous system and the body. This approach placed me in a victim mindset and has been ineffective for me.
After trying the conventional approach, I started to experiment with things outside the mainstream. Ice baths, saunas, breath work, meditation, journaling, TRE, float tanks, EMDR, neurofeedback, plant medicines and many other non-conventional approaches ended up being what gave me relief and allowed me to pull myself out of despair. Fast forward 3 years from my initial treatment and I am now working to give people skills before pills.
Through Conscious Movements, participates are introduced to the language of body and taught how to use their breath and movement to regulate themselves. Conscious Movements works on a physical, mental, emotional, and energetic level and encourages the practitioner to tune into the body and allow the mind to settle back. Through conscious attention, breath and movement we are able to connect to deeper parts of ourselves and encourage healing in a way conventional medicine doesn’t offer.
Learning the skill of self-regulation allows you to be the best version of yourself, whether that's a friend, parent, partner, boss, employee, athlete, or student.
https://www.conscious-movements.com
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In this episode, Dr. Fred Shaffer returns to discuss the frequency domains of heart rate variability and what they tell us about the health of our nervous system and bodies.
In this episode, Dr. Inna Khazan joins Matt to discuss the relationship between skin conductance, sympathetic activation, stress, and heart rate variability (HRV).
Get Inna's Book Biofeedback and Mindfulness in Everyday Life: Practical Solutions for Improving Your Health and Performance
Saša Harper joins Matt to discuss integrating heart rate variability into her work as an Attention Deficit Disorder Coach and someone working to thrive with ADHD herself.
In this episode, Dr. Dave joins Matt to discuss his new book Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Chiropractors: A Simple Guide to Understand and Using HRV in Practice.
Bas Van Hooren joins Matt in this episode to discuss his innovative research using heart rate variability and other metrics to determine athletic readiness. In this discussion we examine the current state and future of HRV metrics across athletic and other types of performance.
Bas Van Hooren is a sports science consultant, strength and conditioning specialist, and athlete. He started his PhD on injury prevention and performance enhancement in running-based sports in 2017 at Maastricht University. Bas has been involved as a sport science consultant for various professional organizations and has been active as an assistant strength and conditioning coach at the Dutch Olympic committee. As an athlete he has won several medals at the Dutch national championships, and he became Dutch National champion in 2017.
Bas combines his theoretical knowledge as a sports scientist/researcher with practical experiences from being an athlete and coach to translate complex theoretical concepts into useful and evidence-based practical applications. He has published over 50 journal articles on topics ranging from biomechanics to exercise physiology and has given multiple workshops on sport science-related topics for a variety of audiences throughout Europe.
Website: basvanhooren.com
HRV nerds rejoice! A friend of the show, Dr. Fred Shaffer, returns to geek out about HRV time-domain measures. Fred and Matt take a deep dive into the nature of these metrics and what they tell us about nervous system functioning.
Fredric Shaffer, PhD, BCB-HRV is a biological psychologist and professor of Psychology and former Department Chair at Truman State University, where he has taught since 1975 and has served as Director of Truman’s Center for Applied Psychophysiology since 1977. In 2008, he received the Walker and Doris Allen Fellowship for Faculty Excellence. In 2013, he received the Truman State University Outstanding Research Mentor of the Year award. Dr. Shaffer was the principal co-editor of Evidence-Based Practice in Biofeedback and Neurofeedback (3rd ed.) and authored 12 of its chapters. He was a co-editor with Donald Moss of Foundations of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback: A Book of Readings. He co-authored with Mark S. Schwartz a chapter on entering the field and assuring competence in Biofeedback: A Practitioner's Guide (4th ed.). He co-authored with Donald Moss, a chapter on biofeedback in the Textbook of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2nd ed.). He co-authored with Rollin McCraty and Christopher Zerr, the Frontiers in Psychology review article "A healthy heart is not a metronome: An integrative review of the heart's anatomy and heart rate variability." He co-authored with Jack Ginsberg, the Frontiers in Public Health review article “An Overview of heart rate variability (HRV) metrics and norms.” He is a contributing editor for the journal Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback. His current research focuses on techniques to increase heart rate variability. Dr. Shaffer is a BCIA Senior Diplomate in Biofeedback. Dr. Shaffer is the Past-Chair of the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA), director of its Biofeedback and HRV Biofeedback Task Forces, and member of its Neurofeedback Task Force, and Treasurer for the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (AAPB). https://www.truman.edu/faculty-staff/fshaffer/
In this episode, Dr. David Eddie joins Matt to discuss his integration of Heart Rate Variability tracking and biofeedback into his therapy and substance use treatment work. We also discuss his innovative research into new ways for continuous HRV monitoring.
In this episode, Inna, Matt, and Jeff look back to developments in HRV in 2023 and look forward to what we are excited about in 2024.
In this episode, Dr. Donna Schuman joins Matt to discuss her research on using Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback to address post-traumatic stress disorder.
Dr. Donna Schuman joined the UTA School of Social Work in 2020 after working as an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work for three years. She previously worked as a social worker for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Army and has almost two decades of clinical behavioral health experience. Her research is focused on studying the biopsychosocial sequelae of trauma and the use of biofeedback and nontraditional trauma interventions for service members, Veterans, and first responders. She has conducted research with the Lexington Veterans Health Care System on the use of heart rate variability biofeedback to treat Veterans' PTSD symptoms. Dr. Schuman holds licensure in clinical social work and professional counseling and is certified as a Master Addiction Counselor. In addition, she also holds national certifications in biofeedback and neurofeedback.
In this episode, we publish a great episode of the Happy Brain Healthy Body Podcast. Four huge figures in HRV talk about an excellent resource for those interested in integrating HRV biofeedback into their practice.
Today’s guides are editors of the upcoming book Evidence-Based Practice in Biofeedback and Neurofeedback, 4th Edition. These are some of the best-known names in the field of applied psychophysiology. They have each authored numerous books and articles, and are popular speakers and teachers. Inna Khazan is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and in private practice. She is also the President Elect of AAPB. Fred Shaffer is professor of Psychology at Truman State University in Utah, the director of Truman’s Center for Applied Psychophysiology and is the current president of AAPB. Donald Moss is Professor and Dean of the College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at Saybrook University. He is a past president of AAPB. Evidence-Based Practice is available to order through AAPB. Please rate us and leave reviews. It really helps get us to more listeners. This podcast is produced by the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society. NRBS is an organization for professionals, students, and everyone interested in neurofeedback, biofeedback, and whole body health.
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In this episode, Dr. Brad S Lichtenstein joins Matt to talk about his work as a naturopathic physician and his thinking about HRV tracking and biofeedback.
Dr. Brad Lichtenstein believes in the healing power of the breath and meditation to shift consciousness and improve health. As a naturopathic physician, author, speaker and former professor and clinical faculty at Bastyr University for over 25 years, he created the BreathSPACE to help people cultivate the space to open their hearts and breathe into their lives with ease.
Dr. Lichtenstein has a strong focus on developing psycho-emotional-spiritual health while dealing with chronic, life-challenging illnesses and trauma. He has taught counseling, mind-body medicine and biofeedback to naturopathic medical students and graduate students in counseling and health psychology, nutrition, and acupuncture and oriental medicine, as well as spirituality and psychology courses to undergraduates in health psychology. His contemplative approach to care, which integrates his years of study medicine, mind-body medicine and biofeedback, depth & somatic psychology, yoga and movement, bodywork and end-of-life care, was profoundly shaped by his participation in a joint research study between the University of Washington and Bastyr University where he provided over 500 guided bedside meditations to hospice patients.
Dr. Lichtenstein received his doctorate of naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University and is BCIA certified in general biofeedback and heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback. His chapters on mind-body medicine have been published in the Advanced Clinical Textbook of Naturopathic Medicine (2020) and in Integrative Men's Health (2014), and his articles have appeared in several publications and journals (STEP Perspective, Caregiver Quarterly, NDNR and the Huffington Post). Dr. Lichtenstein continues to facilitate in-person and online workshops for practitioners and the general public, and he speaks nationally on topics ranging from stress-reduction, mindfulness and health, mind-body approaches to healing trauma, and issues surrounding end-of-life. Finally, he has hosted over 40+ Death & Cupcakes gatherings around the greater Seattle area encouraging people to become more comfortable with the inevitable reality that faces us all.
TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiyikxA29ck&t=7s
Vimeo Library of my past LiveStream guided meditation
Current calendar for my online Livestream meditations
In this episode, Dr. Scotty Butcher returns to the show to discuss his new program, Stoic Tiger, to help people with anxiety. Learn how Scotty is integrating HRV tracking and biofeedback into his program.
In this replay episode, Dr. Germer joins Matt and Inna to discuss his work with Mindful Self-Compassion and how it relates to heart rate variability.
Chris Germer, PhD is a clinical psychologist and lecturer on psychiatry (part-time) at Harvard Medical School. He co-developed the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program with Kristin Neff in 2010 and MSC has since been taught to over 100,000 people worldwide. They co-authored two books on MSC, The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program.
Chris spends most of his time lecturing and leading workshops around the world on mindfulness and self-compassion. He is also the author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion; he co-edited two influential volumes on therapy, Mindfulness and Psychotherapy, and Wisdom and Compassion in Psychotherapy; and he maintains a small private practice in Arlington, Massachusetts, USA.
In this episode, Dr. Saul Rosenthal joins Matt to discuss his decades of experience with HRV and HRV biofeedback and how he is using it to help people struggling with long COVID-19.
Saul Rosenthal, PhD, BFB, BCB-HRV, BCN, QEEG-DL, is a developmental and clinical psychologist in the Boston area, specializing in complex and chronic health conditions. His expertise lies in integrative health care, primarily drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and applied psychophysiology. He has worked in a variety of medical and community health settings, including serving as Training Director and Biofeedback Coordinator of Behavioral Medicine at the Cambridge Health Alliance. He also oversaw the biofeedback program at the Edith Nourse Rogers Veterans Medical Center as part of the Primary Care Behavioral Health service. Dr. Rosenthal serves on the Board of Directors for AAPB and NRBS. He is an editor and contributor for the Fourth Edition of Evidence-Based Practice in Biofeedback and Neurofeedback, authoring the chapters on chronic pain and chemobrain. He presents to a wide variety of audiences on topics related to biofeedback and applied psychophysiology, and is involved in training, supervision, and biofeedback mentoring. Dr. Rosenthal is also the host of the NRBS podcast, Healthy Brain Happy Body.
Saul's email: saul@advancedbehavioral.care
The Healthy Brain Happy Body Podcast talking about the new edition of Evidence Based Practices https://player.captivate.fm/episode/de5cc2d9-f8ff-49bb-a858-6a82fe89afab
In this episode, Dr. Nate Ewigman returns to the podcast to discuss biofeedback-integrated exposure therapy with Matt. Nate shares how he uses HRV tracking and biofeedback to help people overcome trauma and phobias.
Nate Ewigman: drnateewigman@gmail.com
In this episode, Janae Spencer joins Matt to discuss integrating biofeedback into her mental health practice and how it has informed her thinking about psychological health.
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https://www.instagram.com/jenae.wellness/
Jenae Spencer, LMHC, BCB, RYT is a therapist licensed to practice in Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia, a 200-hour certified yoga instructor, and Board Certified in Biofeedback. Since graduating with a Masters in Theology and Masters in Counseling in 2007, Jenae has been passionate about helping people improve their health and wellbeing and regain hope. She believes that the physical, mental, and spiritual bodies are intrinsically connected and incorporates mind/body techniques to treat the whole person. She is particularly dedicated to helping people heal from the effects of trauma on the body and daily functioning
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Jeffrey joins Matt to discuss her recent article in AAPB Biofeedback, where she got exciting results with a patient suffering from severe and frequent panic attacks. We also explore her integration of HRV into her naturopathy practice.
In this episode, Don Moxley joins Matt to discuss his early innovative work with Heart Rate Variability (HRV) with athletes at Ohio State University. We then explore how HRV has informed his thinking on various topics, including his current work with HRV+ and Mode and Method.
Don Moxley’s Info:
Email: don@longevitylabs.io
Skype: @donmoxley
Website: www.modemethod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donmoxley/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donmoxley/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/donmoxley?lang=en
Dr. Joe DiDuro is a leading expert in the field of Photobiomodulation (also known as PBM) and its applications for health and wellness. In this podcast interview, he shares insights from his new book “My Brain Matters” - a comprehensive guide to understanding how PBM can boost cognitive function, improve sleep, reduce inflammation.
Dr. Joe DiDuro is dedicated to helping people live a more fulfilling life. His passion is to help people by teaching them how they can create neuroregeneration and healing in their own lives. He is the president and founder of the Neuropathy Treatment Centers of America, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. He is also president of ProNeuroLIGHT LLC, a medical technologies company, and the moderator of the tPBMT Brain Research Consortium.
In his thirty-two years of clinical experience, Dr. Joe came to understand the very low quality of life people affected by neurodegenerative diseases experience, and observed that their disability touches every aspect of a person’s existence—on a personal level, on a family level, and on a social level. Dr. Joe has made it his life’s work to help end this suffering, initiate his clients’ recovery, and restore their humanity.
Dr. Joe earned his bachelor of arts degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1983 and his doctoral degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, in 1986. He lived and practiced in Vicenza, Italy, for ten years. While there, he completed further specialized training in Amsterdam for the American Chiropractic Neurology Board, and attained diplomate status in chiropractic neurology in 2000. After returning to the U.S., Dr. Joe obtained a master’s degree in clinical research from Palmer College in 2006, in a program supported by the National Institutes of Health.
In recent years, he has dedicated his efforts to research and technological innovation that helps people create more brain power. Since creating the PRONEURO approach, he has become a highly sought after cognitive neurotherapist and brain fitness coach. He currently divides his time between Arizona, Italy, and Costa Rica.
Dr Joe DiDuro DC DABCN MS
CEO ProNeuroLIGHT LLC
Doctor of Chiropractic, Chiropractic Neurologist,
Masters Degree in Clinical Research
Author - “My Brain Matters”
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Transcranial Photobiomodulation Products https://proneurolight.myshopify.com/
Temperature biofeedback is a powerful tool that can help you improve your health and well-being. By learning to control your body temperature, you can reduce stress, improve cardiovascular function, and increase physical performance. With the help of Dr. Inna Khazan, you can learn how to use temperature biofeedback to improve your overall health.
Dr. Khazan is an expert in this field with over 30 years of experience in studying the impact of body temperature on heart rate variability (HRV). She has developed a training course to teach individuals how to use biofeedback technology to increase their HRV and promote balance within their body’s autonomic nervous system. Through her work, she has helped countless people take control of their own health and well-being.
More on Inna's book and work: https://www.innakhazan.com/books-writing
Dr. Aliyah Snyder & Dr. Nate Ewigman join Matt to discuss their Psychophysiology Resilience Training Model.
Psychophysiology Resilience Training (PRT) is a 12-session, mindfulness-based biofeedback treatment protocol developed by Drs. Nate Ewigman & Aliyah Snyder. The treatment is applicable to a wide range of conditions and concerns that impact stress management and recovery by way of the Autonomic Nervous System. Some examples include traumatic brain injury, long COVID, migraine, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. In the first part of treatment, the client receives a stress profile which is a comprehensive psychophysiological assessment with individualized feedback and then learns evidence-based skills of psychophysiological stress recovery. After these skills are mastered and practiced regularly, the client then learns about their mind-body connection and how it relates to their concerns and/or symptoms, how to improve their healthy body awareness, skillful ways to deal with emotions and thoughts, and how to use these techniques to recover from and prevent stress from becoming chronic. Finally, the client receives tailored feedback on their progress. Currently, this treatment is still being tested and is currently only available in person in private clinics in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Nate Ewigman: drnateewigman@gmail.com
Aliyah Snyder: aliyahsnyderphd@gmail.com
In this episode, Dr. Yori Gidron joins Inna Khazan and Matt Bennett to discuss his work with heart rate variability and the vagus nerve. Learn more about Dr. Gidron's work at https://nursres.haifa.ac.il/dr-yori-gidron/
Dr. Ron Siegel joins Inna and Matt to talk about his new book The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary and his decades of experience in mindfulness and meditation.
Dr. Siegel is an Assistant Professor of Psychology, part-time, at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over 35 years. A long-time student of mindfulness meditation, Dr. Siegel serves on the Board of Directors and faculty of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy and the faculties of the Center for Mindfulness and Compassion at the Cambridge Health Alliance and the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He teaches internationally about mind-body medicine and the application of mindfulness and compassion practices in psychotherapy and other fields. Find out more about Dr. Siegel's work at https://drronsiegel.com/
Check out Dr. Siegel's new book at https://amzn.to/3Ik2LpR
In this episode, Jason Waz from NeuPTtech joins Matt to discuss how he integrates HRV technology into physical therapy for his patients. Jason is a true innovator and is helping people rethink the role of technology in healing and performing at their best.
Jason Waz PT & Founder of NeuPTtech
NeuPTtech’s mission to bring the field of physical therapy into the next generation through science, research and innovation.
Jason@neupttech.com
www.Neupttech.com
In this episode, Dr. Patrick Steffen joins Matt to discuss his experience in integrating heart rate variability into his mental health practice and research at BYU.
Dr. Steffen received his PhD in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Miami and was a post-doctoral fellow in cardiovascular behavioral medicine at Duke University Medical Center. He is currently a Professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University where he has served as the Director of Clinical Training and as an Alcuin Fellow in the Honors Program. He is a Fellow of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback and is a past president of that organization. He is board certified in biofeedback and teaches an accredited course that leads to board certification in biofeedback. He serves as Associate Editor for the journal Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback and has served on the editorial boards for the Annals of Behavioral Medicine, Journal of Behavioral Medicine, Frontiers in Psychology, and Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology. His research interests are in health psychology and behavioral medicine, biofeedback and psychotherapy, and the impact of culture and spirituality on health.
https://psychology.byu.edu/directory/patrick-steffen
Deb Borne joins Matt to discuss how she is integrating HRV into her medical practice and thinking about the wellness of the healthcare workforce.
Deb obtained her master’s degree in social work at Columbia University and her medical training at Brown University and UCSF. As both a social worker and a physician, she has worked with highly marginalized communities including homeless persons, drug users, psychiatric patients, and incarcerated and recently released individuals. Deb is very interested in how research can inform and assist with community-based clinical work. HIV prevention is one of her personal and professional passions.
https://cfar.ucsf.edu/people/deborah-borne
In this episode, Dr. Anna Pollard joins Matt to discuss her dissertation on craving. We explore the role of HRV biofeedback and mindfulness to help people handle the cravings associated with recovery. We also discuss the biology of addiction and why it makes behavioral change so difficult. Anna Pollard, PhD, BCB is a graduate clinical psychologist and is board certified in biofeedback. She is one of the board members for Optimal HRV. Her research has been on neuropsychology, functional neuroanatomy and HRV biofeedback of substance use disorders. Her mentioned research and collaborations can be found on her ResearchGate: (16) Anna Pollard https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Anna-Pollard-5
Dr. Steven Paliakas joins the show to discuss how he is integrating HRV into his chiropractor and acupuncture practice.
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https://www.wheatonrejuvenation.com/what-is-the-powerhouse-protocol/
In this episode, Dr. Scotty Butcher joins Matt to discuss how HRV and HRV biofeedback has informed his professional work and personal journey.
Dr. Scotty Butcher, PhD, MSc, BSc(PT), CMMT, SSR, Former CSCS, Former ACSM-RCEP
Scotty is co-founder of Amplify Rehab & Performance in Saskatoon where he is the Clinic Director, an Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback Practitioner, and Stress Resilience Coach. In addition to the coaching he does at Amplify, he runs a remote continuing education program, Strength and Conditioning in Rehabilitation for exercise professionals. He is also a professor at the University of Saskatchewan, School of Rehabilitation Science where he teaches and researches strength training, exercise physiology, exercise recovery, mindfulness, and biofeedback. He is an active Mental Health advocate and has a long personal history of anxiety. Through this experience, he has learned first-hand the importance of using the body to impact both physiology and psychology, and has also learned how to build and refine a mental health skills approach to stressors. Last, but certainly not least, Scotty is a self-proclaimed geeky nerd who also likes to lift, a huge Star Wars fan, and periodically competes in the sport of powerlifting, but values his morning walks with a podcast more.
Web: www.amplifyrehab.ca/scotty
Instagram Handles:
TheStrengthJedi
TheStoicTiger
In this episode, Dr. Teresa Leyro from Rutgers University joins Dr. Dave to discuss her work with addiction, the autonomic nervous system, and heart rate variability.
Teresa Leyro, Ph.D.
Rutgers Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
teresa.leyro@rutgers.edu
Dr. Teresa Leyro’s is the director of the Affective and Biological Underpinnings of Substance use and Anxiety (ABUSA) lab. Her research takes a multi-method approach toward identifying underlying cognitive-affective and biological risk for co-occurring anxiety and substance use, with focus cigarette smoking/nicotine dependence. Methodologies employed to measure risk include self-report and behavioral indices (e.g., distress tolerance), psychophysiology with an emphasis on the autonomic nervous system (e.g., cardiac impedance and heart rate variability), examination of stress hormones relevant to HPA-axis functioning (e.g., cortisol and dehydroepiandrosterone [DHEA]). Elucidating the role of individual variability in these parameters will help clarify both the etiology and maintenance of co-occurring substance use and anxiety pathology, informing empirically driven and targeted intervention. Her translational research program employs stress provocation paradigms in laboratory settings as a means to explore these relations. In addition to her focus on anxiety and cigarette smoking, Dr. Leyro has engaged in research on alcohol, marijuana and illicit substance use disorders, severe mental illness, and HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Teresa Leyro completed her Ph.D. in clinical psychology at the University of Vermont in 2012, where she served as a member of the Vermont Tobacco Evaluation and Review Board. Subsequently, she completed her clinical internship and National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) funded post-doctoral training in substance abuse treatment and services research at the University of California, San Francisco. She previously earned her B.A. in psychology with a minor in human development at Colby College in 2004. She has received numerous grants and awards for research and training from NIDA.
Dr. Fred Shaffer returns to the podcast to share his work on Slow-Paced Contraction to Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback Training. Learn more about this exciting research and intervention. Here is information on Dr. Shaffer's free course and register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvcO6uqDksG9ypptj44Sx33L-qaEJba53N#/registration
Heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback is a “Swiss Army Knife” intervention with demonstrated efficacy in clinical disorders like depression, diabetes, and hypertension, and optimal performance. This session begins by explaining HRV and its role in health and performance. It provides an overview of the processes that generate HRV, focusing on Vaschillo’s Two-Closed-Loop model. It summarizes the resonance frequency and 0.1 Hz slow-paced breathing protocols to increase HRV. It details how to deliver slow-paced contraction training and explains where it may be more appropriate than slow-paced breathing. Finally, it explains how HRV biofeedback training can combine slow-paced breathing and contraction to enlarge your clients’ self-regulation “tool kits.”
Learn more about Fred here: http://fshaffer.sites.truman.edu/edu/
In this episode, Dr. Cisco Reyes joins Matt and Dr. Dave to discuss his word at Linfield University. Dr. Reyes has utilized HRV to guide his work with athletes to manage the stress of competition and life!
In this episode of the Heart Rate Variability Podcast, we are joined by Rohon Dixit, a neuroscientist-turned-entrepreneur and founder of Lief Therapeutics. Rohon shares his journey from academia to launching a digital mental health company that uses biofeedback to help people manage anxiety and stress.
Learn more about Rohan's work at Lief Therapeutics (http://www.getlief.com/)
In this captivating episode of the Heart Rate Variability Podcast, host Matt Bennett sits down with renowned expert Dr. Donald Moss from Saybrook University to dive deep into the world of HRV (Heart Rate Variability). Dr. Moss shares his extensive knowledge and experience in the field, providing valuable insights into the importance of HRV for overall health, performance, and well-being. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the science behind HRV and how it can be utilized to optimize physical and mental health. As they explore the intricacies of HRV, Dr. Moss discusses his groundbreaking work and research at Saybrook University, shedding light on the various factors that influence HRV and its implications for stress management, performance, and emotional regulation. Learn about the cutting-edge tools and techniques used by professionals in the field, and hear Dr. Moss's practical advice for incorporating HRV monitoring into your daily routine. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from one of the leading experts in the HRV community and elevate your understanding of this vital health metric. Tune in now!
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Gregory Damian is a dynamic author, motivational speaker, health and fitness influencer, and coach with a powerful mission – to help men over 60 break through the barriers of age and redefine their limits. With his innovative four-step DOLR™ system, Gregory teaches men to Dream Big, Own Your Health, Live Well, and Recharge Often, guiding them on a transformative journey toward looking and feeling younger than ever and how he integrates heart rate varability into his work.
As the founder of AbsAt60.com, Gregory has inspired countless individuals to challenge their preconceived notions about aging and embrace a more vibrant, energetic lifestyle. His bestselling book, "Ageless Abs: The Secret to Revitalizing Your Life at 60 and Beyond" (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW2H6676), offers actionable advice and a wealth of knowledge for those seeking to revolutionize their health and fitness journey.
Instagram: @gregdamianabsat60
Strava: Greg Damian
AbsAt60.com
Introduction Welcome to the podcast where we talk about wellness and self-improvement. Today, we have a very special guest Dr. Erik Pepper, who is an international authority on biofeedback and self-regulation. He has authored numerous books and scientific articles such as Make Health Happen, Fighting Cancer-A Nontoxic Approach to Treatment, Healthy Computing with Muscle Biofeedback, and Biofeedback Mastery. Today, he will be speaking about his latest book, 'Tech Stress' and how technology is hijacking our lives.
Background Dr. Erik Pepper has been researching factors that promote healing since 1970. He is Professor of Holistic Health Studies / Department of Health Education at San Francisco State University. He is President of the Biofeedback Foundation of Europe and past President of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback. He holds Senior Fellow (Biofeedback) certification from the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America. He was the behavioral scientist (sport psychologist) for the United States Rhythmic Gymnastics team.
Understanding Tech Stress Dr. Pepper explains that Tech Stress is the physical and emotional impact of personal technology on our well-being. He stresses that it is important to recognize the effects of technology on our bodies and minds in order to cope with it effectively.
Coping Strategies Dr. Pepper suggests pragmatic suggestions to optimize health and productivity in the face of Tech Stress. He recommends taking regular breaks from technology, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in physical activity as ways to combat Tech Stress. These strategies can help us not only survive but thrive in this new technological world.
Pragmatic Ergonomics Dr. Pepper also emphasizes the importance of ergonomic practices to prevent physical stress caused by prolonged use of technology. He suggests adjusting your workstation to ensure proper posture, using a standing desk, and practicing eye exercises to reduce strain on the eyes.
Conclusion Dr. Erik Pepper's book 'Tech Stress' provides all the basic tools necessary to help us understand and combat the impact of personal technology on our physical and emotional well-being. He has shared pragmatic suggestions for coping with Tech Stress and ergonomic practices that can help prevent physical stress. Remember to take breaks, practice mindfulness, engage in physical activity and maintain proper posture to stay healthy and productive in this new technological world.
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Erik Peper, Ph.D.
Email: epeper@sfsu.edu
Web: https://rpt.sfsu.edu/ihhs
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Greg Elliott is the co-founder of HealthQb Technologies Inc, a health monitoring platform focused on helping people improve their heart rate variability. He recently joined us on our podcast to discuss the importance of HRV, how to measure it, and what it can tell us about our overall health.
On this episode, Greg shares his expertise on how to use Heart Rate Variability data for better health outcomes. He explains what HRV is, how it works in the body, and how we can use it to measure our physical and mental well-being. He also talks about why he developed HealthQb and how the company is helping people take control of their health through technology.
Tune in to hear all about Heart Rate Variability and learn more about HealthQb Technologies Inc with Greg!
Greg Elliott
MS, CEP, BCAK, DOMP
E.gregoryrelliott@gmail.com
HealthQb Technologies
This episode contains Chapter 10 and the Conclusion of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 9 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 9 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 8 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 8 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 7 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 7 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 6 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 6 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
HRV Nerd alert! Your friends at the Heart Rate Variability Podcast want to let you know that we will be attending and presenting at 2023 Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (AAPB) Annual Scientific Meeting. In this episode, Inna and Matt tell you why you should join us!
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 5 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 5 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 4 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 4 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 3 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 3 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 2 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
We are excited to offer Heart Rate Variability Podcast listeners 50% our upcoming training: Implementing App-Based Heart Rate Variability Tacking & Biofeedback to Improve Outcomes virtual training on March 8 and 9th at noon EST. Use the code optimal50 to get the discount at https://tixoom.app/optimalhrv/2nf638eg
This episode contains Chapter 2 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna, Dave, and Matt discuss Chapter 1 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains Chapter 1 of the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode contains the Introduction to the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
This episode launches a series based on the book The Heat(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. You can download a free version of the book at: Optimalhrv.com.
In this episode, Inna Khazan and Matt discuss the strategy of taking a heart rate variability reading every morning and how some new upgrades to the Optimal HRV app support morning readings.
Dr. Fred Shaffer joins the podcast to discuss his nearly five decades of work with heart rate variability and biofeedback. Such an honor to have one of the pioneers in HRV as our guest! http://fshaffer.sites.truman.edu/
In this episode, Santiago Brand joins the show to discuss his work with HRV, neurofeedback, and biofeedback. Brand's story really shows the positive impact this science has for a variety of conditions.
Find out more about Brand's work:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SantiagoBrandqEEG
Instagram: neurosantiago
Website: www.themind-lab.com
HRV biofeedback pioneer Dr. Gevirtz returns to the show to discuss HRV biofeedback as an effective treatment for gut and digestive issues with Anna and Matt. Learn more about Dr. Gevirtz at https://www.alliant.edu/faculty/richard-gevirtz
Dr. Richard Gevirtz is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology for the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego. He has been in involved in research and clinical work in applied psychophysiology and biofeedback for the last 30 years and served as the president of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, 2006-2007. His primary research interests are in understanding the physiological and psychological mediators involved in disorders such as chronic muscle pain, fibromyalgia, and gastrointestinal pain. In this vein, he has studied applications of heart rate variability biofeedback for anxiety, pain, gastrointestinal, cardiac rehabilitation, and other disorders. He is the author of many journal articles and chapters on these topics. He also maintains a part time clinical practice treating patients with anxiety and stress related disorders.
In this episode, Matt interviews Diane Wilson about the role of HRV and biofeedback in her recovery from a traumatic brain injury. Diane also shares some insights and themes of her new book Brain Dance: My Journey with Invisible Illness, Second Changes, and Wonders of Applied Neuroscience.
Diane Wilson, LCPC, BCN, is a coach, psychotherapist, and applied neuroscientist. Her company, Grimard Wilson Consulting, Inc. will tailor services to help you become The Optimal You in work and life. https://www.grimardwilson.com/
Brain Dance is a medical memoir, an Amazon number one best seller, and winner of multiple awards including "No. 1 Best Nonfiction Book of the Year" and "No. 1 Best True Drama".
People describe Brain Dance as a book on neuroscience that seems like a novel—one that’s hard to put down. It's for anyone who loves learning about the brain, has even had a bump on the head, or has felt totally lost in life, for any reason, and needs to start over. https://braindancebook.com/
In this episode, Matt interviews Dr. Khazan about the power and science of resonance frequency breathing. Learn how this powerful approach can build the resiliency of the nervous system and why Matt believes it has been life-changing in his own life.
Jeff and Matt return to the N=1 series with a look at Matt's recent struggles and HRV crash. They explore the reasons for the drop and lessons learned as Matt recovers.
In this week's episode, we are back with Doctoral student Alicia Johnson talking about HRV and the Menstrual Cycle. Alicia and Dr. Dave talk about the basics of the menstrual cycle and how it relates to HRV, then they go down the rabbit hole of research on the subject. This is a very empowering episode.
Jeff talks with Matt this week about his recent experience at the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU) Conference. Statistics are emerging to show the devastating effect of the last two-plus years of stress, burnout, and trauma. While not all industries have been hit as hard as healthcare, their lessons can inform how other's can view their own health and the health of their organizations.
In this week's episode, Dr. Dave is back with his student, Randy. They cover a bit more on HRV physiology and then go into some interesting studies Randy has recently found, including the impact of almonds on HRV.
In this episode, Matt and Jeff discuss what called Matt to revise his book Heart Rate Variability and what readers can expect in the revised and expanded version.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt interview educator John Houle. John is finding innovative ways to bring HRV into the classroom to help those with cognitive and behavioral struggles. John's stories (and outcomes) are truly inspirational!
Today Dr. Elizabeth Turner comes on the show to talk about HRV and dentistry. Dr. Turner goes deep on the science of airway and breathing and how this connects with dentistry. Her passion and knowledge for come through to bring this episode alive.
https://foxpointdental.com/
This week on the optimal HRV podcast Dr. Dave chats with two of his students who are helping with HRV research. We talk about a novel meditation approach and dive deep into HRV physiology.
Matt is going on vacation and just finishing writing about the benefits of HRV friendly vacations. Now that summer is officially here, no better time to think about how your time off promotes resiliency and wellness.
This week's episode features an interview Dr. Dave Hopper did with the Warrior's Edge Podcast. This interview covers a variety of topics and features heart rate variability's role in peak performance and recovery. Check out the Warrior's Edge Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/warriors-edge-podcast/id1583789523
How's your stress level? How about your HRV? In this episode, Jeff and Matt revisit allostatic load and how everything happening in the world is impacting our nervous system and overall health.
Dr. Rob Gregory joins the show to talk about acupuncture and heart rate variability. We explore a range of topics on how to improve the health of the vagus nerve. Find out more about Dr. Gregory's work at http://www.longevityfit.net/
In this episode chiropractor and HRV pioneer, Dr. David Fletcher joins Matt and Dr. Dave to discuss his groundbreaking work with HRV. Dr. Fletcher's expertise highlights the history of HRV and how he sees it as a powerful tool for health and performance.
David is a renowned chiropractor who practiced in Toronto for many years. He and his associates had a thriving, cash-based family practice that served hundreds of patients weekly. As the owner of CLA, David oversees our clinical, technological and practice development strategies while mapping a future vision for both CLA and the chiropractic profession. https://insightcla.com/about/#
Big announcement. Matt, Inna, and Dave are excited to officially announce the publication of The Heart(beat) of Business: Positioning Heart Rate Variability as a Competitive Advantage. In this episode, we discuss some of the insights we each had in the journey of writing this book.
Dr. Richard Gevirtz join Matt and Anna to talk about his work and research in applied psychophysiology and biofeedback especially as it relates to heart rate variability. Dr. Richard Gevirtz is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology for the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego. He has been in involved in research and clinical work in applied psychophysiology and biofeedback for the last 30 years and served as the president of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, 2006-2007. His primary research interests are in understanding the physiological and psychological mediators involved in disorders such as chronic muscle pain, fibromyalgia, and gastrointestinal pain. In this vein, he has studied applications of heart rate variability biofeedback for anxiety, pain, gastrointestinal, cardiac rehabilitation, and other disorders. He is the author of many journal articles and chapters on these topics. He also maintains a part time clinical practice treating patients with anxiety and stress related disorders. https://www.alliant.edu/faculty/richard-gevirtz
In our third episode on healthy breathing, Dr. Dave returns to discuss healthy breathing strategies. Learn how to take a healthy breath and why it is so important. Matt also asked too many questions about the pelvic floor!
In this episode, Jeff and Matt interview Dr. Janell Mensigner from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Mensigner utilized Optimal HRV for a powerful research study on disordered eating. Her insights demonstrate the huge potential of HRV in research.
Janell Mensinger, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical and School Psychology at Nova Southeastern University. She teaches a graduate level eating disorders theory and intervention course as well as graduate statistics and measurement theory. Janell is a Fellow of the Academy of Eating Disorders and has been doing research in the field eating and body concerns for over 20 years. She is widely published and has presented all over the world on topics related to her program of research which is primarily focused on weight-inclusive models of healthcare and more specifically, weight stigma and eating disorders. More recently, in search of digital approaches to treatment for individuals who are struggling with eating and body concerns, she has studied the use of a smartphone-based heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback app for enhancing mindful self-awareness and reducing disordered eating. Her work seeks to promote health for individuals of all sizes and improve access to stigma free care.
In this episode, Anna Pollard joins Matt to discuss her experience as a student and biofeedback practitioner. We discuss the intersection of technology and mental health and she integrates HRV with clients.
Anna is currently an APA doctoral intern at the St. Cloud, MN VA in pursuit of her PhD in clinical psychology. She is board certified in biofeedback and is in the progress of becoming board certified in neurofeedback. Anna specializes in health psychology including chronic illnesses, trauma, and co-occurring substance use disorders. apollard@alliant.edu
In the last episode, we discussed the importance of low and slow breathing with Dr. Inna Khazan. This week, we talk about the benefits of nasal breathing.
Optimal HRV's Chief Science Officer Dr. Inna Khazan joins Matt to talk about proper breathing. Dr. Khazan dispels several common myths about breathing, HRV, and stress management.
In this episode, Emily Kwok joins the show to talk about her life in martial arts and how it informs her work in human performance in a range of settings. Find out more about Emily's work on emilykwok.com
In this episode, Dr. Dave and Matt discuss pain from both a medical and psychological perspective. This episode is very important for people or professionals who work with pain and how HRV can help improve outcomes.
Supplements are tricky. How effective are supplements at meeting our nutritional needs? Are all supplements created equal? How does HRV help us tackle the supplement issue? Dr. Dave, Matt, and Jeff explore these issues in this episode.
The episode referenced in this show: Dr. Dave Interviews a Patient about HRV.
As we hit the two-year anniversary of Covid starting to shut down our societies another stressor hits, a war in Europe. While living through a global pandemic like Covid was a challenging new stressor for most people, the talk and threats of nuclear war might stir up old feelings and trauma for those of a certain age. In this episode, Matt talks about his own retraumatization and how it is impacting his heart rate variability and mental health.
Dr. Ron Siegel joins Inna and Matt to talk about his new book The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary and his decades of experience in mindfulness and meditation.
Dr. Siegel is an Assistant Professor of Psychology, part-time, at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over 35 years. A long-time student of mindfulness meditation, Dr. Siegel serves on the Board of Directors and faculty of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy and the faculties of the Center for Mindfulness and Compassion at the Cambridge Health Alliance and the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He teaches internationally about mind-body medicine and the application of mindfulness and compassion practices in psychotherapy and other fields. Find out more about Dr. Siegel's work at https://drronsiegel.com/
Check out Dr. Siegel's new book at https://amzn.to/3Ik2LpR
In this episode, Dr. Dave, Matt, and Jeff discuss the connection between exercise, movement, and HRV. We discuss our changing relationship and thinking about exercise as we learned more about HRV.
Dr. Dave, Jeff, and Matt enjoy a good drink occasionally. However, their heart rate variability data is making them rethink alcohol. In this episode, we explore the science behind alcohol and wellness.
In this week's episode, the madness continues as Dr. Dave, Inna, and Matt continue their exploration of the vagus nerve.
In the first part of this two-episode series, Dr. Dave, Inna, and Matt discuss the ventral vagal nerve and why it is so important to health and heart rate variability.
In this episode, Dr. Germer joins Matt and Inna to discuss his work with Mindful Self-Compassion and how it relates to heart rate variability.
Chris Germer, PhD is a clinical psychologist and lecturer on psychiatry (part-time) at Harvard Medical School. He co-developed the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program with Kristin Neff in 2010 and MSC has since been taught to over 100,000 people worldwide. They co-authored two books on MSC, The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program.
Chris spends most of his time lecturing and leading workshops around the world on mindfulness and self-compassion. He is also the author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion; he co-edited two influential volumes on therapy, Mindfulness and Psychotherapy, and Wisdom and Compassion in Psychotherapy; and he maintains a small private practice in Arlington, Massachusetts, USA.
We are excited to introduce Dr. Inna Khazan to our audience as part of the Optimal HRV team. Inna is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in biofeedback and mindfulness-based approaches to optimizing health and performance. Inna is a faculty member at Harvard Medical School, where she teaches and supervises trainees. She has over 20 years of clinical experience in helping people overcome various personal and professional challenges. Recognized as a pioneer in mindfulness-based biofeedback, Inna is a popular speaker at national and international conferences on the topics of biofeedback and mindfulness.
Optimal HRV has some big news about the app. In this episode, Ben Riley and Vivian Lobo join Jeff and Matt to discuss the new release of the app and what it takes to build and develop a heart rate variability app.
In this episode Will Deroode, a Trauma Informed Practitioner, discusses his HRV journey. He describes how finding HRV has improved his own mental and physical health and how it has become a vital part of his coaching work. Will provides some inspiring examples of how his clients have leveraged HRV to quantify and improve their nervous system health.
About Will: Will is a Trauma Informed Practitioner who offers Nervous System Support & Coaching. In his work, Will emphasizes proactive nervous system education, regulation and daily resonance frequency breathing to heal and experience greater well-being. Applied Polyvagal Theory, Neuroplasticity, HeartMath tools and daily HRV biometrics recording are all foundational parts of his coaching approach to help his clients experience quantifiable improvement in their wellness. will.deroode.official@gmail.com
This week Dr. Dave Hopper interviews one of his patients on her experience using the Optimal HRV app. She covers the ups & downs of her HRV trends and how Optimal HRV and Dr. Dave help her guide day-to-day choices for a healthier life each week, month, year, and beyond.
In this episode, Dr. Dave and Matt continue their conversation about HRV hacks. Increase your HRV and improve mental and physical health. Little things with big impacts.
In this episode, Dr. Dave and Matt talk about HRV hacks. Increase your HRV and improve mental and physical health. Little things with big impacts.
In this episode, Dr. Dave details how he incorporates HRV into his Chiropractic care and how it helps him better communicate the efficacy of his work with his patients.
Meet Dr. David Hopper, chiropractor and HRV nerd. We are excited to welcome Dr. Dave to our team and bring his expertise and passion to our podcast audience.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt talk about some insights Matt got from his attempts to recover from the craziness of the last year and a half. Matt demonstrates how tracking HRV can help measure the effectiveness of wellness efforts.
Jeff and Matt return! In this episode, we challenge you to apply some of the lessons learned from elite athletes’ struggle with mental health to your own life. How can you train to bring your best self to the different roles in your life?
We are taking a short break. Keep us in your stream as we will be back with new content and some great new guests!
In this final episode of the transition back to normal series, Jeff and Matt examine the importance of health and wellness during a transition into the new normal and a post-covid reality.
One of our goals at Optimal HRV was to bring heart rate variability to everyday folks and not just elite athletes. In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss their HRV through the good times and tough ones. Plus, we look at Matt’s data during burnout and after his vaccination.
In this episode, Jeff Somers and Matt discuss the nature of stress and trauma and the need to focus on recovery as we transition into a "new normal."
Back from our adventures in the Wayback machine, Jeff and Matt update listeners on the journey since the Trauma-Informed Lens podcast series on heart rate variability. Hear how Matt's interest turned to frustration with existing apps. Then how his frustration led him to ask Jeff to help create a solution to realize the potential of the exciting science on HRV.
In our final episode in the way back machine heart rate variability (HRV) series, Matt, Curt, and Jerry examine the connection between HRV, self-regulation, and psychosocial well-being. We also reflect on the entire series and crucial lessons learned about trauma’s impact on critical biomarkers. Is HRV the next major step forward in education, psychology, and medicine?
This week's article: Cardiac Coherence, self regulation, autonomic stability
Another trip back in the way back machine! In this episode, Matt, Curt, and Jerry discuss how trauma-related symptoms have been demonstrated to impede the establishment of an effective working alliance between therapist and client. In the article we discuss today, researchers provide some conceptual framework and empirical data that suggest a strong relationship between autonomic regulation and working alliance between therapists and clients seeking trauma-focused treatment. This also leads to a discussion of the impact autonomic regulation on the formation of effective interpersonal communication, connection, trust, and shared goals that are required for cooperative interactions in other contexts.
This week's article: Physiological predictors of Working Alliance
Matt's favorite episode! Matt, Jerry, and Curt hit the pause button and dig deeper into what we’ve covered so far in our heart rate variability series. What does this all mean for our own health, our programming, and how we view trauma. We explore what it all means in this episode.
Another trip in the way back machine! In this episode, Matt, Jerry, and Curt continue our exploration of trauma and heart rate variability. This week we explore the relationship between stressful life events, heart rate variability, and social engagement. Our conversation explores how this research applies to programming and treatment to help people recover and heal from trauma.
Article for this week: High cardiac control protects against future depressive symptoms under conditions of high social support
This episode continues to explore Matt's journey into HRV! Conditioned fear responses and learning safety cues are critical components of both the etiology of trauma-related dysfunction and recovery from traumatic experiences. Can inter-individual differences in physiological measures predict our ability to extinguish conditioned fear responses and to learn new safety cues? In this episode, Matt, Jerry & Curt discuss an article describing a study that asked these very questions.
You can download the article here.
We continue our deep dive into HRV with Curt and Jerry. Building on the discussion from last week related to research demonstrating the impact of chronic pain (stress) on heartbeat dynamics, in this week’s episode we discuss the physiology of the anxiety response from a research project investigating differences in HPA Axis and Heart Rate responsiveness among neurotypical children and children with autism with and without co-occurring anxiety.
Article for this Podcast: Differences in HPA-axis and heart rate 2014
Another episode in the way back machine with Jerry and Curt. Over the past decade or so, research within the field of behavioral health has given rise to a wide variety of evidence-based practices. Characterizing and legitimately testing the effects of treatments has been a significant positive direction for behavioral health. However, notably missing from this literature are investigations of factors related to individuals who did not appear to benefit from the interventions. Understanding individual differences may contribute valuable information about how and when interventions are most likely to be effective.
The article for this week's podcast: Affective Instability Predicted by Resting HRV
Another episode in the way back machine. Matt is still new to the HRV stuff, but Curt and Jerry start to help him see the light! In this classic episode of the trauma-informed lens podcast, we discuss the Autonomic Nervous System, designed to be highly sensitive to input from our environment, can become sensitized and chronically upregulated in children and adults who experience chronic, unpredictable stress.
This week's Article: Heart Rate Variability as a biomarker for ANS response differences between children with chronic pain vs healthy controls
In this episode, we go into the way back machine all the way to 2018! Matt's other podcast, The Trauma-Informed Lens Podcast introduced him to the science behind HRV. We thought it would be a great way to explore HRV with a few trauma and stress experts!
The first podcast in a series focused on the relationship between heart rate variability and trauma, we introduce the concept and provide some initial insights. In 2015, the Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology published a unique special issue dedicated to the idea of implementing physiological measures into the assessment of Clinical Child & Adolescent behavioral health. The issue included several articles demonstrating how this can be done. We start a multi-episode show to share some literature, examples, and issues with using physiology in our assessment and understanding of some of the impacts of exposure to adverse childhood experiences.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt continue their exploration into Job-Demands and Resources. We look at how Job Resources counteract stress, prevents burnout, and promote engagement. Also, we explore how heart rate variability can add new insight to this well-established model.
In our first episode of 2021, Jeff and Matt discuss one of the best-researched models of work stress, the Job Demands & Resources Model. There is a great deal of insight into how this model can help us understand our own wellness and productivity and those of teams and organizations. We will also explore how heart rate variability helps quantify the impact of job demands and whether our self-care and job resources keep us healthy or burn us out.
We are excited to have our first guest, Becca Sheade founder of Elgin Pediatric Therapy. Learn how Becca has integrated HRV into her practice and some of the exciting results.
Find out more about the great working being done at Becca's clinic: http://elginpediatrictherapy.com/ & becca@elginpediatrictherapy.com
In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore the concept of HRV friendly time off and vacations. How we choose to spend our time off will determine whether we recover or wear ourselves down even more. Learn some best practices on this episode to come back from vacation refreshed and healthy.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss how leaders can use HRV as a competitive advantage. There is a direct connection between mental health, productivity, and outcomes. HRV help quantify the mental health of the workforce providing leaders a key insight into performance and engagement.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss how HRV quantified team and organizational health. Traditionally, we have struggled to measure the impact of employee health and wellness on productivity, engagement, and quality. HRV provides a key organizational quality measure for the health of the workforce.
In this episode, Matt and Jeff discuss how HRV can help quantify our self-care efforts and warn us about burnout.
In this week's episode, Jeff and Matt talk about the relationship between HRV and nutrition. The highlight, Matt reveals the components of his awful-tasting yet HRV friends morning shake and supplement routine.
In this episode, Matt tries to convince Jeff to start a mindfulness practice! We discuss the science behind mindfulness and why it improves HRV in the short and long-term. This episode is crucial for those not practicing mindfulness and reinforcing for those that are already doing mindfulness.
Movement and exercise are crucial for a healthy long life. Why? In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore the connections between exercise, movement, stress, and HRV.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore one of the most powerful determinates of HRV, sleep. So important, but often ignored, sleep helps to reset our bodies and minds to give our best the next day. We also explore the concept of sleep hygiene and how to get a restorative night's sleep.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore how relationships support healthy heart rate variability through a concept termed co-regulation. Human beings thrive personally and professionally in healthy relationships. HRV as a measure of social healthy quantifies these positive impacts.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore how HRV can help us measure progress toward major outcomes for individuals and groups. HRV helps to quantify concepts such as resiliency, motivation, and post-traumatic growth.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss implementing HRV in a variety of settings to improve outcomes, health, and wellness. We would love to hear from you about other possible settings where HRV could have a positive impact.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss heart rate variability (HRV) and trauma. As we defined, HRV measures our ability to handle or recover from stress. What happens when we face an overwhelming amount of stress and become traumatized. We also explore how HRV can track the post traumatic growth process.
In this episode, Matt and Jeff talk about the insight tags can provide when measuring how certain activities and behavior impact overall health and wellness.
In this episode, Jeff and Matt explore how clinicians and managers can monitor the health of their caseloads, teams, and organizations with heart rate variability. HRV provides a revolutionary way to both provide care and manage people!
In this episode, Jeff and Matt define states and traits and explore how HRV measures both. HRV provides amazing insight to understand "How am I doing today?" "How am I doing this week?" "How am I doing this month?" We also discuss how HRV provides a powerful outcome for clinical care and managers.
How does the rhythm of the heart tell us so much about how our nervous system is handling or recovery from stress and trauma? In this episode, Matt and Jeff take a dive into the exciting connection between HRV and the health of the brain and nervous system. If you have ever heard Matt talk about the brain, you know how excited he was for this episode!!!
In this episode, Jeff and Matt discuss the science of heart rate variability, stress, and homeostasis. Homeostasis is the balance between our biology and the environment. Stress challenges homeostasis requiring a change in our mental, emotional, or physical state to respond successfully to the challenge. HRV provides a scientific way to measure how well our body responds to stress and reestablish homeostasis.
In our first episode, Jeff and Matt define heart rate variability and their journey to create the Optimal HRV App. Get a free copy of Healing with Heart Rate Variability at optimalhrv.com