# ithlete Train.Recover.Perform — HRV guided athletic training

> HRV guided athletic training for optimizing performance and recovery. (iPhone/iPad app by HRV Fit Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ithlete-trainrecoverperform/id331348945 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HRV Fit Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331348948)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 154 App Store ratings · 121 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-10-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ithlete-trainrecoverperform/id331348945/reviews.md

## What is ithlete Train.Recover.Perform?

An excellent tool for gauging workout intensity... Probably the closest thing we have to a broad indication of overall health - The Telegraph

Know when to train, how hard to train & when to rest in order to optimise health, fitness and athletic performance.

A 60 second measurement each morning will tell you how stressed, recovered and ready for training your body is.  Using heart rate variability (HRV), resting heart rate and recovery enablers, such as stress, diet, sleep, and more, ithlete delivers a truly personalised training recommendation that anyone from a recreational runner to an Olympic athlete can use.

The many benefits of having this information (quite literally) at your fingertips include:
•	Make the most of every training session
•	Manage recovery
•	Optimise fitness
•	Enjoy guilt free rest days
•	Avoid overtraining & injury
•	Balance workouts and lifestyle demands
•	Improve health, fitness and performance

Getting the right balance between training and recovery is a challenge, even for experienced athletes.  Remove the need for guess work by using ithlete and base your training on an objective measure of fatigue and recovery.  You will reap the benefits in fitness and performance. 

HOW IT WORKS
Heart rate variability is a proven window into the body’s nervous system, going beyond a simple resting heart rate (RHR) measure.  Training is all about stress and recovery and a hard session will lower your HRV score.  By using ithlete to monitor training stress you can adjust sessions according to your body’s current readiness to train, improve and perform. 
Simply take a 1-minute measurement every morning and follow the colour coded training recommendation: train as normal, train light or take a rest day. For more about heart rate variability see www.myithlete.com/what-is-hrv

AS FEATURED IN:
•	Runner’s World
•	Women’s Running
•	Cycling Weekly, Cycling Plus
•	Triathlon Plus & 220 Triathlon
•	Men’s Fitness
•	Bloomberg News, Fox News & USA Today
•	The Sunday Times Top App List & The Guardian 
•	Medical Sports Network & Australian Institute of Fitness

PLEASE NOTE:
The ithlete HRV app requires additional hardware. 

Users will need either an ithlete Finger Sensor OR a compatible analog or Bluetooth Smart HRM strap. These are all available from www.myithlete.com/products. Please see the website FAQs for a full list of compatible models and purchasing options.

Please also note that this HRV app is NOT a heart rate monitor app, which people use during exercise. The ithlete app is an app that uses heart rate variability to indicate your state of fatigue, recovery and readiness to train following a 1 minute morning measure, and it is not used during the actual exercise.

## Key features

- Daily 60-second HRV measurement
- Personalized training recommendations
- Monitor stress and recovery
- Prevent overtraining and injury
- Optimize fitness and performance
- Balance training and lifestyle

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro 1yr auto renew | $49.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ithlete standalone mobile app | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of ithlete Train.Recover.Perform?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful training tool
- 🚀 Reliable and accurate
- 👍 Helps monitor recovery

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and inconsistent
- 🔒 Requires expensive hardware
- 🔒 Paywall for full functionality
- 🔒 Lack of support and updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent connection issues
- Inconsistent pulse readings
- App crashes and freezes
- Incompatibility with some devices

**Most requested features**

- Integration with Apple Health
- More detailed data analysis
- Customizable input options
- Improved connectivity with sensors

## Recent user reviews (10 of 121)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ithlete-trainrecoverperform/id331348945/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy to use

*2024-06-21, version 4.00*

Simple and effective way to test and track your HRV in 60 secs

### 2/5 — Obsolete app

*2024-05-28*

Any app that hasn’t been improved /upgraded in over 3 years is one that should be avoided. Is there even a roadmap for a new product? The original idea and implementation was sound. Shame.

### 3/5 — Great when it works

*2024-02-07, version 4.00*

Have experienced issues taking successful readings - using finger scanner on an iPhone. Issues often after apple software upgrades meaning a full 60 second measurement period cannot be completed. Seems to be working again end of Feb 24. I stopped using it from Dec 23 until Feb 24 due to the issues. It was the auto payment renewal that prompted me to try again recently.

### 1/5 — Dead App should be removed

*2024-01-15, version 4.00*

3yrs ago last update. Why bother spending my $ on a company not making adjustments and improvements.

### 1/5 — CAUTION: Does Not Work

*2023-08-31, version 4.00*

Most of the positive reviews are from 4/5 years ago, however the most recent review earlier this year complained the app did not work. I also could not get the app working using a finger sensor or heart rate monitor and I tried the app with an iPad and an iPhone. I’ve sent a support ticket to iThlete and I’ll update this review once I’ve had a response.

### 5/5 — Recovered overtrainer

*2023-04-17, version 4.00*

I have a history of overtraining.  Ithlete pro has given me an objective measure that acts like a coach to guide me for the day should I go hard or not.

### 1/5 — Temperamental device

*2023-04-12, version 4.00*

The device rarely works first time and I can waste 10 mins getting it to take a reading. This means I don’t trust the readings. There’s no guidance on what the app questions mean. It asks if you have a good diet? How is that defined? It also doesn’t show you comparators for age and gender so you can’t see how far in or out of normal range you are. And it wasn’t clear that as well as buying the device you’d need to buy the app.

### 1/5 — No Apple Watch support

*2022-12-09, version 4.00*

Bought the app not realizing like so many others this does not use the HRV from the watch and Apple health app. No way to get money back. Read first before buying to see if your device is supported!

### 1/5 — DO NOT PURCHASE

*2022-01-02, version 4.00*

Waste of time and money. The app is very glitchy, freezing on multiple occasions just trying to login/sync. Will not take a reading with 2 different Bluetooth HR straps. I want a refund.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2021-03-07, version 4.00*

When I try and connect my Garmin HR strap it finds it, when I select it, it just throws me out of the app..  I paid so will need a refund it it can’t be rectified.

## Frequently asked questions about ithlete Train.Recover.Perform

### What does the ithlete Train.Recover.Perform app do?

This app uses heart rate variability (HRV) to provide a daily assessment of your body's stress, recovery, and readiness to train. Based on a quick morning measurement, it offers personalized recommendations on whether to train normally, train lightly, or take a rest day, aiming to optimize your athletic performance and overall health.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app's core features include a daily 60-second HRV measurement, personalized training recommendations, monitoring of stress and recovery levels, and guidance to help prevent overtraining and injury. It also helps users balance their training with lifestyle demands to improve overall fitness and performance.

### How much does the ithlete Train.Recover.Perform app cost?

The app itself is free to download. However, it requires additional hardware, such as an ithlete Finger Sensor or a compatible HRM strap, which must be purchased separately. These accessories are available through the app's website.

### What hardware do I need to use this app?

To use the ithlete Train.Recover.Perform app, you will need either an ithlete Finger Sensor or a compatible analog or Bluetooth Smart HRM strap. These devices are essential for taking the daily heart rate variability measurements that the app relies on.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for anyone looking to improve their athletic performance and optimize their training and recovery. This includes recreational runners, cyclists, triathletes, and even Olympic athletes, as well as individuals interested in monitoring their overall health and fitness.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.00 — 2020-07-20

Enjoy the new relaxing theme whilst you do your 1 minute measurement every morning!  
Access 100+ blog articles on HRV and training from within the app. 
Minor bug fixes and wider compatibility with new Bluetooth sensors. 
Let leading HRV app ithlete seamlessly optimise your training. Now free to download & try for 28 days!

### 3.92 — 2018-06-17

Updates for iOS 11.4, general bug fixes.

### 3.91 — 2017-05-11

Minor bug fixes

### 3.90 — 2016-11-23

Reorganisation of subjective markers at end of measurement.
Bluetooth improvements including low battery detection.

### 3.81 — 2016-10-25

2nd fix for measurement occasionally stopping early.

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