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When it comes to cycling training, FTP is a term you might have come across. It’s a great way to understand how powerful you are as a cyclist and can help you improve your training structure.

Every moderately advanced cyclist has probably encountered the terms FTP or anaerobic threshold (AT). If they haven't already, they are likely to receive a question from another cyclist in the near future: "What's your FTP?" or read about their favourite athlete undergoing threshold or FTP training. These two parameters appear frequently in the vocabulary of endurance athletes, yet they are often insufficiently understood. If you ask your cycling buddy why they apply intervals at the FTP or AT level, they might not be able to answer. In this article, I will try to explain these two concepts in understandable terms and from a sports science perspective.

When cyclists talk about getting faster, aerodynamics often sounds like something reserved for pros, wind tunnels and marginal gains. In reality, the way air flows around you affects every ride. Understanding it can change how you think about speed.

If you want smarter gains in less time, Sweet Spot training is your secret weapon. Through targeted Sweet Spot intervals, you’ll unlock the benefits of Sweet Spot training – improved endurance, stronger climbs and faster recovery. Here’s how to master the method and take your cycling performance to the next level.

Understanding training zones is key to maximizing your cycling performance. These zones help define effort levels, ensuring your training is structured and effective. Whether you use heart rate or power-based zones, they provide a clear guide for optimizing endurance, speed, and recovery. This guide explores how training zones work, how to test your fitness, and how to use these insights to improve.