Doing an FTP test, or any maximal performance test for that matter, means taking time out of training. To perform optimally you need to taper beforehand and will likely need some recovery afterwards.

A new study based out of the University of Calgary is recruiting participants remotely to study how to quantify training load more realistically across multiple physiological systems.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Functional threshold power a.k.a. FTP is a metric familiar to many cyclists. Measuring the average power ...

If you’re a cyclist who uses a training plan based on power or you’ve dabbled in a virtual training platform like Zwift, you’ve probably thought about increasing your functional threshold power (FTP).