Threshold

Threshold Development

  • Cycling
  • 54mTime
  • 62Stress
  • 0.83Intensity
  • 65Popularity

About this workout

This workout focuses on building your aerobic threshold with a series of 5 × 50 sec efforts at 90% FTP, perfect for those looking to sustain their power during weekly group rides and time trials. It's a classic approach to defining your threshold and improving your ability to maintain a strong, steady pace when the pressure is on.

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Workout structure

  • 3 min @ 60% (60w)
  • 3 min @ 70% (70w)
  • 3 min @ 80% (80w) 75 rpm
  • 3 min @ 90% (90w)
  • 5 min @ 55% (55w)
  • 5X
    • 20 sec @ 90% (90w) 110 rpm
    • 50 sec @ 90% (90w) 90 rpm
  • 3 min @ 55% (55w)
  • 2 min @ 90% (90w)
  • 1 min @ 105% (105w)
  • 1 min @ 90% (90w)
  • 2 min @ 105% (105w)
  • 3 min @ 90% (90w)
  • 1 min @ 115% (115w)
  • 3 min @ 60% (60w)
  • 10 min @ 91% (91w)
  • 5:10 min @ 55% (55w)