Wearables can reveal valuable patterns in sleep, HRV and recovery—but a score is not a diagnosis, and sometimes the data can work against you. Learn how to use Oura, WHOOP, Apple Watch and other fitness trackers without letting the algorithm overrule your body.
Wearable tech can be helpful until the score starts running the show. Retiring the Oura Ring became a lesson in orthosomnia, body awareness, tracking accuracy, and trusting real-world recovery signs.