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.

TOOLBOX: While many cyclists train for enjoyment or for fun, there are also plenty of cyclists who train specifically for competition. For these athletes, monitoring training load & performance is a ...

"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 ...