Getting started with ithlete
A convenient one minute daily measurement with ithlete will provide you with all the information you need to tailor your training and recovery ensuring maximum performance. Make the most of workouts on days when your body is ready to train and enjoy guilt free rest days when you need to recover. Simple colour coded daily indicators will tell you when to train, how hard to train and when to rest.
To get started with ithlete you will simply need a Heart Rate Variability (HRV) sensor, a compatible smartphone or tablet and the ithlete app.
Follow these four easy steps to get started with ithlete today!
Choose a heart rate sensor
To measure heart rate variability (HRV) with ithlete you’ll need a heart rate sensor. You have the option to use an ithlete finger sensor or chest strap monitor. If you have a recent iPhone, iPad or Android device you may like to use our Bluetooth Smart chest strap monitor, or alternatively grab a Polar type analogue strap (we also offer one of these) and an ithlete ECG receiver to pick up the signal. Visit the ithlete store to find your preferred sensor.
Download the ithlete app
ithlete is available on both iOS and Android devices and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. If you do want to check your model of smartphone or tablet is compatible check our FAQ page. 
One minute daily measurement
After waking each morning relax and sit comfortably, slip on your sensor and follow the on screen instructions to get an accurate reading of your heart rate variability (HRV). Taking the measurement couldn’t be simpler and in 60 seconds you will have a personalised training recommendation for the day.
Reap the benefits of training with ithlete
The idea is quite simple. A hard session, lack of sleep, mental stress etc. will lower your number. If your reading drops significantly, take this as an early warning that you are overloading the system. On the other hand a high score lets you know you should make the most out of the day. Benefits include avoiding overtraining, workout optimisation, guilt-free rest days, improved performance and much more!