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When it comes to post-workout recovery, a regulated nervous system is often the missing piece of the puzzle. Most people focus on nutrition, sleep, and exercise, but this simple addition can have significant improvements on your recovery speed.
The nervous system is responsible for all major functions of the body, including movement, sensation, thought, memory, and emotion. When it's out of balance, recovery suffers.
Chronic stress, burnout, and persistent daily stressors all contribute to dysregulation. When the nervous system is activated, it gets shifted out of the Ventral Vagal rest-and-digest state where rest and recovery takes place, into Sympathetic on the NEUROFIT Ring:
The NEUROFIT Ring shows the six possible nervous system states, and the transitions between them.
Over time, this dysregulation builds oup in the body, making it more challenging for the body to repair itself and recover.
Chronic stress builds up in the nervous system, leading to mental and physical health challenges.
Slow or incomplete recovery
Difficulty relaxing or switching off
Chronic stress
Lack of physical activity
Getting to know these signs and causes is the first step toward optimizing recovery through nervous system regulation.
Start your day by checking in with your nervous system. This can be as simple as taking a few moments to breathe deeply and assess how you feel. The NEUROFIT app offers a daily check-in feature that helps you map your current state across key areas of life like health, relationships, and career.
The NEUROFIT App's check-in feature lets you strengthen your mind-body connection, measure growth, and get personalized coaching insights.
HRV is a clinically validated marker of nervous system readiness. High HRV indicates a balanced nervous system, while low HRV suggests dysregulation. According to Harvard Health, higher HRV is associated with better cardiovascular health and stress resilience.
With the NEUROFIT app, you can measure HRV using your phone camera, allowing you to track your progress over time without needing a wearable:
The NEUROFIT App's camera-based HRV tech lets you measure your Heart Rate, HRV and more without needing a wearable.
In moments of stress, simple somatic exercises can help re-balance the nervous system. NEUROFIT offers a range of exercises designed to shift you from a negative state to a more positive one in just a few minutes. Next time you're stressed, try a few minutes of Body Tapping or Arm and Leg Squeezes to come back into your body:
The NEUROFIT App's smart exercise library matches you with exercises that relieve stress within three minutes.
Daily stillness practices like meditation or Tai Chi can significantly enhance your nervous system's ability to recover. They train your nervous system to quickly shift into the state where rest and recovery takes place.
A consistent bedtime routine supports a predictable circadian rhythm, which is key for recovery.
Avoid eating close to bedtime, limit caffeine and alcohol, and create a relaxing environment in your bedroom.
NEUROFIT data shows that members who prioritize a proper bedtime routine report 5% higher HRV.
My journey to understanding nervous system regulation began long before NEUROFIT. I grew up in a highly neurodiverse home, and witnessed firsthand the impact of long-term dysregulation on my recovery between workouts and in-game performance as a college basketball player.
It wasn't until I met Loren, who had fought her own battles with chronic stress and burnout, that we realized the importance of a balanced nervous system.
Our experience led us to create NEUROFIT, a neuroscience-based app designed to help people regulate, balance, and optimize their nervous systems.
The NEUROFIT app uses daily check-ins, HRV measurements, and personalized somatic exercises to help users achieve a balanced state. Our average active member reports 54% less stress after just one week on the app.
Most NEUROFIT members report significant improvements within one week. Early commitment is key; the more you dedicate yourself to the process, the faster your nervous system will respond.
Yes, chronic pain is often linked to nervous system dysregulation. Balancing your nervous system can reduce pain and improve overall well-being. According to the Cleveland Clinic, chronic pain can result from chronic stress - this is also known as psychosomatic pain.
The NEUROFIT app uses your phone camera to perform PPG scans via your index finger. This method achieves over 96% accuracy compared to gold-standard wearables.
By understanding and applying these principles, you can optimize your post-workout recovery and enhance your overall well-being.
