Zwift’s FTP tests can be found under Workouts>FTP Tests. You can get to the workouts screen by clicking “Training” from the startup screen, or hitting the “E” key on your keyboard in game. There are three tests available. The first two (“FTP Test” and FTP Test shorter”) are...
Your FTP setting determines the power requirements for intervals in structured workouts. If your FTP is set too low you won’t get an adequate workout, and if it’s set too high you won’t be able to hit your power targets. Some Zwift races (fewer and fewer these days) are categorized...
Once you’ve set your FTP, Zwift can then adjust all of theworkouts and training plansto your specific level of fitness. You’ll also then know which race category you fit into, based on your current fitness level, because these are decided according to FTP in watts per kilogram (w/kg)...
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There’s almost no scientific agreement on any metric in sports/fitness, as to how it should be achieved. The much-regarded FTP is a great example of that. While it’s generally thought of as the max wattage “held for 1 hour”, even its creator has since said that’s more of a ...
if you are already using the Garmin Connect Autosync, you may be tempted to just sync your Zwift account to Garmin Connect, but Garmin Connect won’t “pass on” workouts from Zwift to TrainingPeaks to avoid potential duplicate workouts, so you’ll want to set up the Zwift sync to both ...
Zwift also uses W/kg to categorise races and group rides, so you can find a group to match your ability. What’s a good power-to-weight ratio? Professional cyclists can have an FTP with a power-to-weight ratio north of 6 W/kg. - Craig Zadoroznyj / SWPix.com ...
On a smart trainer it’s often not written on it, but you’ll find it in any apps you have, such as Zwift or such, or the company’s own app will display it. Then, go ahead and tap two of these three things to on: A) Set Replace Power = On B) Set Replace Cadence =...
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