---
aliases: ["Resting HR Q2 2024"]
Is A: Target
Belongs to: "[[24q2]]"
Measure: "[[measure-resting-hr]]"
Goal value: 54
Actual value: 53
Status: Done
---
# Resting HR Target Q2 2024
Target: resting HR < 54 bpm.

The 54 bpm target was carried over from Q1 after missing it by 3 bpm. Spring weather made outdoor running more enjoyable and consistent, and [[person-luca-rossi]] added structured interval training to the routine based on advice from [[person-sara-ricci]], who has a background in sports science. The combination of zone 2 base building and weekly intervals was expected to drive meaningful HR improvement.

## Progress

- April: averaged 55 bpm as the consistent spring running routine took hold. Running 4x/week for the first time, including one interval session.
- May: dropped to 53 bpm average. The interval training appeared to have a significant impact -- two weeks of measurable improvement after introducing tempo runs.
- June: held at 53 bpm average through the month. Added a weekly cycling session as cross-training without disrupting the running schedule.
- Quarter average of 53 bpm -- hit the target with 1 bpm to spare.

## Notes

- This was the first health target achieved. The structured interval training was clearly the differentiator compared to Q1's pure easy-running approach.
- [[person-sara-ricci]]'s advice on the 80/20 rule (80% easy, 20% hard) for endurance training proved correct. The temptation to run hard every day is counterproductive.
