The Pulse Cure: How Tracking HRV Can Help You Prevent Burnout, Improve Sleep, and Live Longer – with Dr. Torkil Færø

Send us a text Can your smartwatch predict burnout, poor sleep, or even early signs of illness? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Torkil Færø—Norwegian physician, bestselling author of The Pulse Cure, and leading expert in heart rate variability (HRV). We break down what HRV is, how it reveals the true state of your nervous system, and how you can use this data to improve recovery, stress balance, sleep, and longevity. Whether you"re a busy professional, dealing with fatigue, or simply want to better understand how your body responds to everyday stress, this episode is packed with practical tools and science-backed insights. What you’ll learn in this episode: What heart rate variability (HRV) actually measuresHow wearables like Garmin and Whoop can help you track your stress and recoveryHow alcohol, poor sleep, and intense workouts disrupt your HRVWhy positive emotions and purpose in life can literally improve your biological ageHow to use HRV to navigate perimenopause, burnout, and fatigueDr. Torkil’s personal recovery routine (cold plunges, sauna, and minimalist strength work) 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Book: The Pulse Cure by Dr. Torkil Færø Instagram: @dr.torkil LinkedIn Recommended read: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk Tune in and discover how to turn your body’s signals into actionable health strategies—no guesswork required.