FTP 5 Minute Test

The 5 minute Functional Threshold Power test determines your FTP value and gives a personal value for setting intensity making your workouts more effective and allowing you to monitor your fitness progress.

The test is carried out by riding at a maximum sustainable effort of resistance for the full 5 minutes and by staying within the target cadence range of 80 - 100 RPM. The CBC LED will light Green if you are pedaling within the cadence range and Red if you are pedaling too slow or too fast. If necessary during the test you may adjust the resistance during the test to achieve your maximum power output within the cadence range of 80 - 100 RPM's. Staying within the cadence range as much as possible will provide a more accurate test result.

Note: Before you start the test, be sure you have completed a full warm up.
Caution: The integrated FTP (power) test in the form of a 5 minute test represents a subjective test, which the user can end at any point.
Caution: The FTP (power) test should only be carried out under the supervision of a qualified and experienced trainer or instructor.
Caution: It is recommended to constantly monitor the heart rate during the test, in order to control the physical exertion caused by the output power. Over-exertion must under no circumstances take place. Please also take note of the Medical Disclaimer.
  1. A 60 second countdown will commence the start of the test.
  2. Begin pedaling and adjust the resistance and maintain the correct cadence.
  3. Once you have finished the test, perform a proper COOL DOWN.
  4. Note your FTP value for future use with Coach by Color Power Training and monitoring your fitness progress.
Parent topic: Workouts