The Basics: Stress Score
Understand your body’s physiological stress patterns throughout the day.
What is Stress Score?
Bevel's Stress Score analyzes your physiological stress -the physical signals your body sends when it's under stress. Unlike mental or psychological stress, physiological stress can be more reliably detected by wearables through heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV) and movement patterns.
Your stress score is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100. A lower score reflects a calm physiological state, indicating your body is well-recovered and resilient. A higher score suggests elevated strain on your system, signaling that your body might benefit from restorative activities like rest, light movement, or breathwork.
Interpreting your Stress Score
Bevel personalizes your stress insights by mapping physiological stress patterns across different parts of your day—including workouts, sleep, and everyday routines. This helps you visualize when your body is under higher stress and identify what activities promote recovery.
You can also track how much time you spend in high, medium, or low stress zones, helping you manage your load and avoid chronic overexertion.
How to minimize stress
Managing physiological stress isn’t just about doing less, it’s about doing the right things to support recovery and performance. Here are some proven strategies:
- Meditation and Deep Breathing Exercises: Embrace mindfulness and deep breathing through meditation to engage the parasympathetic nervous system. Even a few minutes a day can have a profound impact on stress levels.
- Prioritize Quality Sleep: Ensure you get sufficient, high-quality sleep each night. Sleep plays a pivotal role in stress recovery, and a well-rested body is better equipped to handle daily challenges.
- Strategic Exercise: While exercise is vital, striking a balance is key. Tailor your workouts to your body's needs to avoid overtraining and supplement intense sessions with activities that bring joy and relaxation.
- Nutritional Support: Maintain a balanced diet rich in nutrients. Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol, as these can contribute to heightened stress levels. Hydration also plays a crucial role in stress management.
- Time Management: Structure your day to include moments of relaxation. Breaks, even short ones, can help reset your mind and prevent stress from accumulating.
- Social Support: Foster strong social connections. Whether it's family, friends, or support groups, having a network to share experiences and emotions can alleviate stress.
