Recognised by health insurance companies:
Our treatments are recognised by all Swiss supplementary insurance companies. If required, we can draw up therapy reports to facilitate co-operation with your doctor and the procurement of prescriptions.
Functional Threshold Power (FTP) - What is behind the decisive training limit?
The Functional Threshold Power - short FTP - is one of the most important performance values in cycling and endurance training. It describes the maximum average power (in watts) that an athlete can produce over a given distance. 60 minutes constant can be maintained, without over-acidifying.
A correctly determined FTP value serves as the basis for training planning, performance diagnostics and competition control.
What is the Functional Threshold Power?
The FTP is defined as the highest possible performance that can be maintained over an hour without the body tipping into an anaerobic state.
It therefore stands for the boundary between the aerobic (with oxygen) and the anaerobic (without oxygen) metabolism - and thus also for the point at which fatigue increases significantly faster.
In practical training, the FTP value is usually determined using a 20-minute test in which 95 % of the average performance is used as an approximate value.
Frequently asked questions about Functional Threshold Power (FTP)
A clearly defined FTP value helps to better control training sessions and make progress measurable.
It enables:
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Individual training zones (e.g. for basic endurance, threshold training or VO2max intervals)
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Avoid overtrainingas the load is dosed in a more targeted manner
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Optimise competition performancethrough pacing strategies, for example
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Track progress objectively (e.g. due to increasing FTP value)
The best known is the 20-minute FTP test - a structured performance test carried out on the bike (indoor or outdoor).
The following applies:
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20 minutes Full load maintain
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Calculate average power in watts
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Result × 0.95 = FTP
Alternatively, modern power meters, smart trainers or apps such as Zwift, Wahoo, TrainerRoad or Garmin can automatically determine the FTP value over several training sessions (so-called Passive FTP estimation).
FTP is a key reference value, especially in cycling. It helps to define training zones and measure progress. Nevertheless, it is only one building block among many - further factors should be taken into account for a complete performance profile.
For more precise training control, it is worth combining FTP with:
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Heart rate data
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VO₂max (maximum oxygen uptake)
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Lactate threshold
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Critical Power (CP)
These parameters provide additional information on resilience, recovery capacity and metabolic processes.
FTP measures the threshold power, but not:
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How well you recover
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How strong your Mental resilience is
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How efficient your Technology or Cadence is
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How well your Nutrition Your training supports
A holistic training approach therefore always takes several factors into account.
Use FTP as Orientation for training intensities - but complete it through regular diagnostics, technical coaching and regenerative measures. This enables you to achieve your goals efficiently and in the long term.
Your advantages with PhysioArt
Central location in Kleinbasel:
Our practice is located directly at Wettsteinplatz - easily accessible, whether by public transport, bicycle or on foot.
Free use of the training room:
After your physiotherapy session, you are free to use our fully equipped training room - including showers for your comfort.
Domiciliary treatment at your home:
If it is not possible for you to visit our practice, the doctor treating you may issue a Domicile treatment be prescribed. Physiotherapy is then carried out at your home. We will of course bring the necessary equipment with us.
Flexibility with appointments:
We offer flexible appointments, even at short notice - ideal for your busy diary. Each appointment can also be cancelled or postponed up to 24 hours in advance.
No additional costs for special therapies:
Our services are included at no extra charge. We always offer you the best treatment method for your pain therapy, regardless of the cost.
Prices for our Functional Threshold Power
Our personal training is a Private service and is planned individually.
- 25 minutes: 80 CHF
- 55 minutes: 160 CHF
We will be happy to advise you if you have any questions about the assumption of costs by your health insurance company or how to book an appointment!
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