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Which is easier, empirical testing or ftp testing?


Asked by Makenna Todd on Dec 13, 2021 FAQ



The procedures are longer, but there is unanimous consent, at least among the people I coach, that they’re physically and mentally easier. Empirical cycling tests make use of an athlete’s target FTP. It is critical to not overestimate the target, so all tests begin below the target.
Furthermore,
FTP testing is a way to determine your correct training intensities (whether you use power output or heart rate) and to establish, formally, your current fitness level. There’s a multitude of ways to test, and indeed we at CycleCoach suggest several options. However, for many athletes some form of FTP testing is required.
In this manner, Compared to traditional FTP tests, it hurts less, removes pacing from the equation, and takes less time to complete. After taking a Ramp Test, your TrainerRoad workouts will be automatically scaled to your fitness level.
Indeed,
If it's the intensity that's putting you off, you should consider trying a ramp test alternative to the conventional FTP test. Zwift and Wattbike both have the ramp test that might be perfect for your skills - after a brief warm-up, you will the perform a series of one-minute intervals with the power increasing each time.
And,
Especially if you’re planning to use your FTP test results to do structured training, a cadence sensor is indispensable. There’s a couple ways to go about performing an FTP test. Firstly, you can choose between a short or a long FTP test. The short test lasts 20 minutes, the long test lasts 60 minutes.