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Health Assessment Submax Test

The Wattbike Health Assessment was launched in 2017 via the Wattbike Hub app. The Health Assessment is a submaximal ramp test that quantifies each individual’s CRF and provides them with personalised data and training zones to enable them to improve

30 second test - Recommended resistance settings

The 30 Second Test establishes several useful sprint metrics. Peak power and peak rpm, average power, and average rpm for the whole test. In addition, every 5 seconds is recorded to calculate a fatigue factor from the average power over the highest 5

6 second test - Recommended resistance settings

The 6 Second Test is designed to find the highest absolute peak power over a single revolution and peak rpm. Despite its short duration it can be very stressful on both the muscular and nervous system. An adequate warm up is needed before attempting

The 6 Second Peak Power Test

The 6 second peak power test measures your highest peak power and cadence. You may find these metrics useful if you are adding sprint interval work to your training, as peak power will help you measure the effectiveness of your training. Use the 6 se

The 30 Second Test

If you’re a track cyclist or experienced cyclist and wish to find out or monitor your sprint capacity this test is for you. If you’re a more experienced cyclist, try using the 30 second test at the start of a training plan or block of training to set

The 3 Minute Aerobic Test

The 3 minute test will calculate your Maximum Minute Power (MMP) and Maximum Heart Rate (MHR), you can use this information to set personalised training zones and give structure to training with your smart bike. If you're unsure of how to pace your 3

The 10 Minute Progress Check

The 10 minute progress check measures your aerobic capacity using your Maximum Minute Power (MMP), you improvement is indicated with a progressively reducing heart rate for the same cadence/ power output. The 10 minute progress check is a submaximal

The Submaximal Ramp Test

Make sure you are completely warmed-up before starting this test. The Wattbike 20 Minute Warm-up is suitable for this. The submaximal ramp will calculate your Functional Threshold Power (FTP), Maximum Minute Power (MMP) and Maximum Heart Rate (MHR),

The Maximal Ramp Test

We recommend that you only undertake this test if you are overseen by experienced accredited sports scientist. This is the ‘gold standard’ test designed to find your MMP, MHR and can also be used to calculate FTP. Use this test when you want to find

FTP Test (20 Minute Threshold Test)

The 20 minute test detailed assumes a high level of basic fitness and low risk category of cardio vascular events. Consult your Doctor before you commence any of the Wattbike tests or training plans. A pre participation health screen should be comple