FTP Accelerator: 12 Weeks to Peak Power
By Elevate Fitness Coaching

This 12-week plan is built for athletes who’ve completed a solid 6–8 week base phase and are now ready to commit to a focused block aimed squarely at increasing Functional Threshold Power (FTP) — without relying on VO2 max intervals.

Crafted by Elevate Fitness Coaching, this program targets the proven sweet spot of FTP development: a balance of Endurance, Sweet Spot, and Threshold training, combined with a weekly gym-based strength session to build power and resilience off the bike.

What’s Inside:

Structured workouts designed around your FTP and TrainingPeaks power zones

A progressive mix of Endurance, Sweet Spot, and Threshold efforts

1 gym strength session per week (focused on compound lifts and cycling-specific mobility)

FTP test at the start and end to measure progress

Every 4th week is a deload for recovery and adaptation

Clear guidance on intensity targets and session objectives

This plan is ideal for:

Intermediate to advanced cyclists and triathletes

Athletes training 4–6 days/week

Riders looking for highly effective FTP gains without high-intensity VO2 max sessions

Cyclists with access to a basic gym setup (barbell or dumbbells)

FTP Accelerator focuses on sustainable, repeatable quality — building strength on and off the bike to raise your threshold power for the long haul. If you're ready to level up without burning out, this is your plan.