Running Glossary

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP)

Running Glossary

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP)

Running Glossary

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP)

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP)

[fuhngk-shuh-nl threh-shohld pays]

Phonetic (Standard)

/ˈfʌŋkʃənl ˈθrɛʃhoʊld peɪs/

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Noun

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP) is the highest running speed or pace that an athlete can sustain for approximately one hour without fatigue.

Functional Threshold Pace (FTP) is the fastest pace a runner can sustain for about an hour without fatigue. It indicates the balance between aerobic and anaerobic energy systems. Improving FTP involves tempo runs and threshold workouts. For example, a runner with an FTP of 7 minutes per mile can maintain that pace for an hour. FTP is crucial for setting training zones and race strategies, helping runners optimize performance and prevent overtraining. It provides a benchmark for progress and is often used in conjunction with heart rate and power metrics.

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