---
aliases: ["Resting HR Q4 2024"]
Is A: Target
Belongs to: "[[24q4]]"
Measure: "[[measure-resting-hr]]"
Goal value: 53
Actual value: 51
Status: Done
---
# Resting HR Target Q4 2024
Target: resting HR < 53 bpm.

The 53 bpm target was maintained after Q3's miss. Autumn is historically the best season for running -- cool temperatures, stable weather, and a return to routine after summer. [[person-luca-rossi]] committed to a structured 12-week training plan for the first time, targeting a half-marathon in December as a forcing function for consistent training volume.

## Progress

- October: averaged 53 bpm as the structured training plan began. Running 4x/week with clear purpose (easy run, tempo, intervals, long run) made the routine feel more sustainable.
- November: dropped to 51 bpm -- the lowest monthly average recorded. Peak training volume for the half-marathon preparation correlated with the best HR results.
- December: held at 51 bpm through the half-marathon (completed in 1:42) and maintained through a disciplined holiday period with only a short 5-day break.
- Quarter average of 51 bpm -- comfortably exceeded the 53 bpm target.

## Notes

- The half-marathon goal was a breakthrough strategy. Having a specific event to train for provided structure and motivation that abstract HR targets alone could not match.
- Closing the year at 51 bpm (down from 57-58 at the start) represents significant cardiovascular improvement. This validates the investment in consistent training over quick fixes.
