Knowledge of proper shooting rhythm and heart rate (HR) parameters at the moment of shot, as well as the level of relaxation rate (RLX), are of essential importance for improvement of shooting performance in the biathlon. We searched for relations between the selected parameters, characteristic for continuous recovery processes, and shooting accuracy, by means of simulation of various levels of heart rate in cross-country skiing in one selected female biathlon competitor. Results of our research confirm that the shooting success of biathlon competitors may be forecast to a certain extent on the basis of observation of those parameters. Shooting success has improved, based upon shooting rhythm feedback, and determination of the optimum range of heart rate variability.
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