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Bike Test - Question about my results

David LeventhalDavid Leventhal
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So I did my 40 minute bike test this morning.  Felt pretty good about my results:

> 14.58 miles

> 21.87 mph

> Average HR 151

When I filled out the information online there were two items I had questions on (I spent some time searching the site but couldn't find an answer - though I'm sure it's out there somewhere):

(1) The "20' Test Normalized Power" field - what am I supposed to input into this spot?

(2) The "Functional Threshold Power (FTP)" field - This looks like it supposed to auto calculate but it says "0" - thoughts?

 

Thanks for your help!

- David

 

 

 

Comments

  • Dino SartiDino Sarti
    Those fields don't apply unless you are using a power meter. Are you training with a power meter? That's the only way to get those values. Without a power meter you will use either the heart rate info or the Rate of Precieved Exertion scale.
  • David LeventhalDavid Leventhal
    Dino - Thanks!! No power meter for me - maybe someday though.

    Part of me was thinking that was the case but I figured I'd ask just to be sure. Appreciate the response.
    - DPL
  • Dino SartiDino Sarti
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  • Peter GreaggPeter Greagg
    David
    If you do these tests on the same course, improved fitness will show up as longer distance for the test (ie higher average speed).
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