Power Zone Testing for Cycling

Power is the most precise training metric for cycling:

• Objective, not affected by fatigue perception
• Instant feedback (vs. heart rate lag)
• Consistent across terrain, weather, fatigue
• Enables precise interval execution

Complete power profile based on FTP:

• Zone 1 (Active Recovery): <55% FTP
• Zone 2 (Endurance): 56-75% FTP
• Zone 3 (Tempo): 76-90% FTP
• Zone 4 (Lactate Threshold): 91-105% FTP
• Zone 5 (VO₂ Max): 106-120% FTP
• Zone 6 (Anaerobic Capacity): 121-150% FTP
• Zone 7 (Neuromuscular): >150% FTP

Professional smart bike for accurate testing:

• Ramp protocol to exhaustion
• Calculate FTP from threshold
• Complete VO₂ max data + power zones
• Customizable fit to your position

Most efficient training zone:

• 88-93% of FTP (upper Zone 3)
• Maximum training stimulus with manageable fatigue
• Core of most cycling training plans

Power-to-weight ratio for climbing:

• FTP divided by body weight
• Key predictor of climbing performance
• Compare to category standards
• Track improvements over time

Use power zones in training platforms:

• Input FTP for automatic workout scaling
• ERG mode for precise interval execution
• Progress tracking

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete power zone testing with 7-zone system and FTP determination on Wahoo KICKR Bike.

Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)

Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com

Professional power zone testing for cyclists in Santa Cruz.