Podcast 335: Elite Recovery & Resilience: Lucy Davis on Training, HRV, and Mental Strength

On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Lucy Davis, HYROX athlete, ultra-marathon runner, and content creator.

Lucy shares the fitness, wellness, and recovery strategies that power her elite performance, including how she maintains a high HRV, rebounds from intense strain, and keeps her WHOOP Age under 18. Lucy opens up about her training strategy, mental health journey, and mission to empower women through sport. Whether you're new to fitness or chasing the podium, this episode offers valuable insights to help you build strength, resilience, and recovery.

Episode chapters 

00:21- How Lucy Davis Rebounds From High Strain 

05:29- Rapid Fire Q’s 

08:48- Lucy’s RHR. HRV, And Recovery Recommendations

11:42- Mastering Fitness as a Hybrid Athlete

14:14- Training Harder to Improve Hyrox Times

14:57- Lucy’s Longevity Secrets and WHOOP Age 

19:48- Lucy’s Relationship with Strength Training

22:00- Staying Grounded While Travelling and Training

30:42- Advanced Labs Inner Ad

31:16- Mastering Mindset Entering Competition

33:33- Hyrox, World Records, and Going For More

37:10- Body Image, Health, and Mentality

39:17- Empowering Women Through Sport and Fitness 

42:11- Inspiring Athletes and Promoting Participation in Sport

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