5*5min VO2max

• Cycling
• 1hTime
• 92Stress
• 0.96Intensity
• 105Popularity

About this workout

This workout features a classic main set of 5 × 5 minutes at 117% FTP, designed to push your aerobic ceiling and build the capacity you need for those steep climbs and intense race efforts. It's a fantastic way to sharpen your fitness for group rides or time trials, helping you stay strong when the pace heats up.

Workout structure

• 10 min @ 50-70% (50-70w)
• 30 sec @ 110% (110w)
• 30 sec @ 50% (50w)
• 30 sec @ 115% (115w)
• 30 sec @ 50% (50w)
• 30 sec @ 120% (120w)
• 2:30 min @ 55% (55w)
• 5X
  • 5 min @ 117% (117w)
  • Rest 2:30 min @ 50% (50w)
• 7:30 min @ 65-50% (65-50w)