Originally Posted by
Jughed
I typically fail miserably at planned FTP tests.
This is why I quite like the Sufferfest/Wahoo mind exercises as they give you some tools to help with this kind of mental block. Simple things like visioning a positive outcome, breathing exercises etc. I find that if I am able do my best during an isolated FTP test, it's a lot easier to perform in a more naturally motivated environment like a race event. A lot of it really is a mind game.