Put simply, your FTP is the maximum average power output you can sustain across one hour.
In this article, I’ll be walking you through the key elements of Functional Threshold Power, from the different formats of FTP, how to do an FTP test for yourself, and how you can use your FTP to train like a professional.
Whether you’re a casual social rider or a serious racer, I want to share my experience and guidance as an ex-professional cyclist to help you understand the factors that affect how fast you climb hills on a bike – and outline how you can improve them to boost your climbing performance.
Although Zwift may be the go-to cycling app for cyclists looking for a fun distraction to break up the boredom of miles and miles on your indoor trainer, there’s a lot more to Zwift than just the entertainment its virtual cycling world provides.
But, what are the best Zwift training plans? What types of Zwift workout plans and stand-alone workouts are available on the app?