Free SCI Power-Based Training & Performance Metrics Questions and Answers

Question 1

What does FTP stand for in power-based training?

Accepted Answer

Functional Threshold Power

Answer

Final Training Pace

Answer

Fast Tempo Pulse

Answer

Force Training Percentage

Question 2

Which metric measures a rider’s current effort relative to their FTP?

Accepted Answer

Percent of FTP

Answer

Watts per kilogram

Answer

Power-to-heart rate ratio

Answer

RPM

Question 3

Why is training in specific power zones beneficial?

Accepted Answer

It targets specific fitness outcomes effectively.

Answer

It keeps the class shorter.

Answer

It reduces the need for warm-ups.

Answer

It avoids any need for cooldowns.

Question 4

Which of the following is a common metric displayed on a Stages bike console?

Accepted Answer

Watts

Answer

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Answer

Water intake level

Answer

Stride length

Question 5

What is the purpose of using a power meter in indoor cycling?

Accepted Answer

To track real-time output in watts.

Answer

To measure heart rate.

Answer

To play music through pedals.

Answer

To monitor cadence only.