Old 12-11-20, 01:05 PM
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Carverbiker
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I would not worry about your wife’s numbers. I would be willing to bet that your ftp tests are the 95% of 20 minute test. That test was developed as an approximation for the hour test in order for coaches to impart less stress on athletes but be able to test more often. So I think you are applying rules of thumb as absolutes and are confused by the results when they do not hit them. FYI when studies are conducted comparing 20 minute test to the hour test the range can be anywhere from 87% to over 95% due to the anaerobic system contributions on the shorter test.

So do not worry about your numbers and only look at them after the ride as an indication of your progress.
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