Power zones for a 310W FTP

The seven Coggan power zones — the canonical zone model every power-meter-based training system uses — calculated for an FTP of 310 watts. Plus common workout targets (sweet spot, threshold, VO2max, over-unders) in watts so you don’t have to do arithmetic on the bike.

Coggan zones at 310W FTP

ZoneName% FTPWattsPurpose
z1Active Recovery0–55% of FTP0–171 WPromote recovery; shake out fatigue without adding load.
z2Endurance56–75% of FTP174–233 WBuild aerobic base — mitochondrial density, fat oxidation, capillary growth.
z3Tempo76–90% of FTP236–279 WExtend endurance with a harder stimulus; race-pace for long events.
z4Lactate Threshold91–105% of FTP282–326 WRaise FTP; improve lactate shuttling and sustainable power.
z5VO2max106–120% of FTP329–372 WIncrease maximal aerobic power; push VO2 ceiling.
z6Anaerobic Capacity121–150% of FTP375–465 WDevelop anaerobic system; critical for surges and attacks.
z7Neuromuscular Power151%+ of FTP468+ WTrain short-duration maximal efforts — sprints, jumps.

Common workout targets at 310W FTP

These are the ranges you’ll see most often in structured training. Save this page or bookmark it as a quick reference.

Sweet Spot (88–94% FTP)
273–291 W
Threshold (95–100% FTP)
295–310 W
Over-unders (90% / 105%)
279–326 W
VO2max 3–5 min (110–120%)
341–372 W
30/30s (130–160%)
403–496 W
Recovery (≤55%)
≤ 171 W

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