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HRV (heart rate variability) is a scientifically established measure of the autonomic nervous system's adaptability, and therefore a key indicator of stress regulation, recovery, and inner balance. Through targeted HRV analysis and individually tailored training methods, physiological stress patterns are made visible and improved for the long term.

Our coaches in stress and recovery coaching work with evidence-based methods from modern neuroscience and stress research, combining them with mindfulness-based coaching approaches and contemporary behaviour and performance optimisation. This way, participants learn to strengthen their self-regulation deliberately and bring body and mind back into stable balance — especially in cases of stress, exhaustion, sleep problems, or mental restlessness.

At VITALIS, HRV-based coaching is often combined with individual support to foster inner calm, build resilience, and make your personal energy potential more available.

HRV

​Elana Balzer 

Dipl. Neuro- & Biofeedback Therapeutin, HRV Professional, Fachberaterin Psychotraumatologie | Life Coach

Stress and Burnout

HRV-Biofeedback unterstützt die Aktivierung des parasympathischen Nervensystems und fördert damit gezielte Entspannung und Erholung.

Simple and intuitive to use

Die Messung erfolgt unkompliziert über Brustgurt, Finger- oder Ohrsensor – ohne aufwendige oder invasive Technik.

High acceptance among users

The training is easy to follow, close to everyday life, and is often experienced as pleasant and motivating.

Real-time feedback & a fast learning curve

Die HerzratenvariabilitÃĪt wird live sichtbar gemacht. Dadurch erhalten Nutzer unmittelbar RÞckmeldung und kÃķnnen ihre Selbstregulation gezielt verbessern.

Broad range of applications

Die Methode eignet sich für Stressmanagement, Burnout-Prävention, Schlafprobleme, Angstzustände sowie zur Leistungsoptimierung im Alltag und Sport.

Wissenschaftlich fundierte Methode

HRV is regarded as an established marker of autonomic regulation and physical resilience, and is well researched in the field of stress physiology.

Overview of medical instruments

HRV: Definition in Medicine

Heart rate variability (HRV) refers to the variation over time in the intervals between consecutive heartbeats (RR intervals in the electrocardiogram). It is an established parameter for assessing autonomic cardiovascular regulation.

HRV results from the dynamic balance between sympathetic and parasympathetic activity of the autonomic nervous system. Higher HRV is generally associated with stronger parasympathetic (vagal) modulation and greater physiological adaptability.

In clinical and experimental research, HRV serves as an indirect marker of stress load, cardiovagal function, the regulatory capacity of the cardiovascular system, and general physiological resilience. Reduced HRV values, by contrast, are often described in connection with chronic stress, cardiac conditions, and limited autonomic flexibility.

📍 Location & Delivery
VITALIS PLUS sessions take place in person at Leonhardstrasse in Basel, or online via video call.

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