Key facts
- Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) may support recovery and training readiness for endurance runners.
- The study involved runners training for the HOKA Hackney Half Marathon.
- Pulsetto, a wearable VNS brand, is highlighted in relation to the study.
- The findings are being released ahead of Global Running Day.
Endurance running places significant demands on the body, and optimizing recovery is crucial for consistent training and performance. Vagus nerve stimulation is a technology that has shown potential in various health applications, and this study explores its specific benefits for runners.