Cycling Power Zone Calculator Online

Cycling enthusiasts often seek a structured approach to understanding and optimizing their training efforts. The Cycling Power Zone Calculator serves as a valuable tool in this endeavor, providing insights into the intensity of your rides and helping you tailor your training regimen accordingly.

Formula of Cycling Power Zone Calculator

The calculator employs a straightforward formula to determine the Power Zone:

Power Zone = (Power Output / FTP) * 100

Where:

• Power Output: The power generated during a ride or interval (in watts).
• FTP (Functional Threshold Power): Your functional threshold power (in watts).

This formula yields a percentage, allowing you to categorize your effort into distinct power zones:

• Active Recovery: 0% to 55% of FTP
• Endurance: 56% to 75% of FTP
• Tempo: 76% to 90% of FTP
• Threshold: 91% to 105% of FTP
• VO2 Max: 106% to 120% of FTP
• Anaerobic Capacity: Over 120% of FTP

General Terms Table: Simplifying the Search

For quick reference, here's a handy table of general terms people often search for:

Term	Description
Power Zone	Categorization of effort levels in cycling.
FTP	Functional Threshold Power.
Active Recovery	0% to 55% of FTP - Light exercise for recovery.
Endurance	56% to 75% of FTP - Prolonged, steady effort.
Tempo	76% to 90% of FTP - Sustained, moderate effort.
Threshold	91% to 105% of FTP - Intense, sustainable effort.
VO2 Max	106% to 120% of FTP - High-intensity interval training.
Anaerobic Capacity	Over 120% of FTP - Short bursts of maximal effort.

Example of Cycling Power Zone Calculator

Let's put the formula into context with an example. If your Power Output is 200 watts, and your FTP is 250 watts, the calculation would be:

Power Zone = (200 / 250) * 100 = 80%

This places you in the "Tempo" power zone.

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