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Functional threshold power and the critical-power controversy.

¹Faculty of Applied Health Sciences, Brock University, St Catharines, ON, Canada.

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This letter clarifies functional threshold power (FTP) controversies, aiming to prevent confusion and uphold its value as a key cycling performance metric.

Keywords:

Maximal metabolic steady state cycling endurance heavy–severe intensity boundary

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Area of Science:

Sports Science
Exercise Physiology
Cycling Performance Analysis

Background:

Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is a critical metric in endurance sports, particularly cycling.
Recent debates surrounding FTP definitions and calculations have caused confusion.
This confusion risks discrediting FTP as a reliable performance indicator.

Purpose of the Study:

To address and clarify the ongoing controversies surrounding Functional Threshold Power (FTP).
To provide a clear perspective on FTP to prevent its misinterpretation and discreditation.
To reaffirm the utility of FTP as a valuable performance marker in sports science.

Main Methods:

Literature review of existing FTP definitions and methodologies.
Analysis of common points of contention in FTP calculation and application.
Synthesis of information to provide a coherent explanation.

Main Results:

Identified key areas of controversy in FTP assessment.
Highlighted the impact of differing methodologies on performance interpretation.
Emphasized the need for standardized understanding of FTP.

Conclusions:

Resolving FTP controversies is essential for its continued validity.
A clear understanding of FTP supports accurate training and performance tracking.
FTP remains a valuable tool when applied and interpreted correctly.