For years, Functional Threshold Power (FTP) has been the go-to measure for cycling performance. But with pro cyclists and top coaches moving away from it, Conor attempted to hold his most recent FTP test result for an hour. Is the result accurate? And if not, is it something cyclists should pay attention to today?
⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️
00:00 - Intro: what is FTP?
01:42 - The different ways to estimate it
02:25 - Hour of power: can Conor hold his FTP?
03:46 - James Spragg, Tudor Pro Cycling
06:49 - A check in with Conor
07:46 - Colby Pearce, Team EF coaching
10:55 - Back to the pain cave
13:04 - Oli Beckingsale, 3x Olympian & coach
15:47 - Finishing the effort 🔥
17:41 - What do the numbers say?
19:16 - Conclusion: Conor's thoughts on FTP
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