: This runs in the background while you are inactive. It uses your optical heart rate sensor to monitor HRV and provide a score from 0–100.
: A specific, manual 3-minute test performed while standing still. This usually requires a chest heart rate monitor strap for higher accuracy. 2. How to Read Your Stress Score
Understanding your stress levels can be the key to balancing high-intensity training with essential recovery. Wearable devices like those from Garmin primarily use to estimate how your body is handling daily physical and emotional demands. 1. What is Stress Level vs. HRV Stress?
Devices typically use a 0–100 scale to categorize your current state: What Is the Stress Level Feature on My Garmin Device?