FTP (Functional Threshold Power) is one of the most important metrics in cycling and triathlon training. It represents the highest power you can sustain for around an hour and acts as the foundation for setting training zones, pacing races, and tracking progress. In this article, you’ll learn what FTP is, how to test it, and the most effective ways to improve it using structured training.

Strength is going up, endurance is improving, and the long runs are getting smoother. In this week’s training log, I share the workouts, cardio intervals, and recovery wins that are pushing my hybrid training forward—plus a few thoughts from the squat rack…