Train by the Beat
Heart rate training is accessible to every athlete. Learn how to use your heart rate to train at the right intensity without expensive power meters.
Heart rate training uses your cardiovascular response to exercise as a guide for intensity. It's a reliable, accessible method that works across all endurance sports.
Finding Your Threshold Heart Rate
Your Lactate Threshold Heart Rate (LTHR) is the intensity you can sustain for about an hour. To find it, do a 30-minute all-out effort and take your average heart rate for the last 20 minutes.
Heart Rate Zone Model
Rivo uses a 5-zone heart rate model based on your LTHR: Zone 1 (Recovery), Zone 2 (Endurance), Zone 3 (Tempo), Zone 4 (Threshold), and Zone 5 (VO2max/Anaerobic).
Heart Rate Drift and Decoupling
Heart rate can drift upward during long sessions due to dehydration and heat. Learn to recognize this and adjust your pacing accordingly.
Heart Rate Training with Rivo
5-zone heart rate model based on your LTHR
Sync with all major heart rate monitors
Zone-based workout prescriptions
Track aerobic efficiency over time
Key Rivo Features
Training Zones
Train with power and heart rate zones automatically calculated from your threshold data.
Statistics & Analytics
Track your progress with detailed charts, trends, and performance insights.
Device Integration
Sync automatically with Strava, Garmin, and other popular fitness platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is heart rate training as accurate as power?
Heart rate responds slower than power and is affected by factors like fatigue, heat, and stress. However, it's still valuable for pacing endurance efforts and accessible to all athletes.
What heart rate monitor works best?
Chest straps are most accurate, but wrist-based monitors have improved significantly. Any device that syncs with Strava, Garmin, or Apple Watch will work with Rivo.
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