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How to Find Your FTP - Strava, Garmin, Peloton, TrainingPeaks Guide

Learn how to find your cycling FTP on every major platform. Step-by-step guides for Strava, Garmin Connect, Peloton, TrainingPeaks, and Zwift.

You might already have an FTP estimate sitting in your training apps without knowing it. Most cycling platforms estimate or store your FTP automatically. Here's how to find it on every major platform—and when you should ignore what they say and test properly.

How to Find Your FTP on Strava

Strava estimates your FTP based on your ride data, but finding it isn't obvious.

Where to Find FTP in Strava

Desktop:

  1. Log in to Strava.com
  2. Click your profile icon → Settings
  3. Select "My Performance" from the left menu
  4. Look for "Functional Threshold Power"

Mobile App:

  1. Tap "You" at the bottom
  2. Tap the gear icon (Settings)
  3. Look under "Performance" section

How Strava Estimates FTP

Strava uses your power data from rides to estimate FTP. It looks for:

  • Hard efforts of 20+ minutes
  • Best power outputs over various durations
  • Applies algorithms to estimate threshold

Strava FTP Accuracy

Pros:

  • Automatic—no dedicated test required
  • Updates as you ride harder
  • Uses real outdoor riding data

Cons:

  • Can be wildly inaccurate without hard efforts
  • May not update if you don't ride hard
  • Requires power meter data
  • Limited algorithm transparency

Verdict: Strava FTP is a rough estimate at best. Use it for general reference, but don't base training zones on it without verification.

Better Alternative

Use our FTP Calculator with a dedicated test for accurate results.

How to Find Your FTP on Garmin Connect

Garmin devices estimate FTP automatically during rides, and store it in Garmin Connect.

Where to Find FTP in Garmin Connect

Desktop (connect.garmin.com):

  1. Log in to Garmin Connect
  2. Go to Health & Performance → Performance Stats
  3. Look for "FTP" under cycling metrics

Mobile App:

  1. Open Garmin Connect app
  2. Tap "More" (bottom right)
  3. Select "Performance Stats"
  4. Look for "FTP" in the cycling section

On Your Garmin Device:

  1. Menu → My Stats → Training Status → FTP
  2. Or: Menu → Settings → User Profile → FTP

How Garmin Estimates FTP

Garmin detects FTP during rides when you:

  • Ride at high intensity for 20+ minutes
  • Heart rate and power both reach near-threshold levels
  • Complete a structured FTP test on the device

When conditions are met, you'll get a notification: "FTP Detected"

Garmin FTP Accuracy

Pros:

  • Uses your actual ride data
  • Considers heart rate alongside power
  • Can detect FTP from normal rides

Cons:

  • Requires both power and heart rate
  • May overestimate if you haven't ridden hard lately
  • Doesn't update if you're always riding easy
  • Can be inconsistent

Verdict: Garmin FTP is generally better than Strava but still an estimate. Validate with a proper test.

Manual FTP Entry in Garmin

You can manually set your FTP:

  1. Garmin Connect → Settings → User Profile
  2. Enter your tested FTP
  3. Sync to your device

This is recommended after testing with our 20-Minute FTP Calculator.

How to Find Your FTP on Peloton

Peloton has built-in FTP testing and displays your result prominently.

Where to Find FTP on Peloton

Peloton Bike/Bike+:

  1. Tap your profile icon
  2. Select "Workouts"
  3. Look for "FTP" in your metrics
  4. Or check after completing an FTP test

Peloton App:

  1. Go to your Profile
  2. Scroll to "Workout Metrics"
  3. Find FTP under cycling stats

How to Test FTP on Peloton

Peloton offers dedicated FTP tests:

  1. Go to Classes → Cycling
  2. Filter by Class Type: "FTP Test"
  3. Choose 20-minute or shorter test
  4. Complete the test following instructor guidance

Test options:

  • FTP Test (20 min): Standard protocol
  • FTP Test Warm-Up: Pre-test preparation
  • FTP Cool Down: Post-test recovery

Peloton FTP Accuracy

Pros:

  • Structured test with coaching
  • Consistent environment (indoor, controlled)
  • Directly integrated into the platform

Cons:

  • Peloton power accuracy varies by bike calibration
  • May not match outdoor power meters
  • Some users report inflated numbers

Verdict: Peloton FTP is great for Peloton training consistency. But if you also ride outdoors with a power meter, test with that equipment too.

Using Your Peloton FTP

Once tested, Peloton uses FTP for:

  • Power Zone classes
  • Training suggestions
  • Progress tracking

How to Find Your FTP on TrainingPeaks

TrainingPeaks stores and tracks your FTP as a core metric.

Where to Find FTP in TrainingPeaks

Desktop:

  1. Log in to TrainingPeaks
  2. Click your profile → Settings
  3. Go to "Zones" tab
  4. Find "Threshold Power (FTP)" under cycling

Mobile App:

  1. Tap Menu → Settings
  2. Select "Zones"
  3. Look for FTP under Power zones

How TrainingPeaks Handles FTP

TrainingPeaks doesn't auto-detect FTP like Garmin. You typically:

  • Manually enter your tested FTP
  • Import from a connected device/app
  • Have a coach update it

Some premium features analyze your data to suggest FTP updates.

Setting FTP in TrainingPeaks

  1. Go to Settings → Zones
  2. Enter your FTP value
  3. Your training zones will auto-calculate
  4. Historical TSS will recalculate (Premium)

TrainingPeaks FTP Accuracy

Pros:

  • You control the number (based on your test)
  • Integrates with all training metrics
  • Essential for TSS-based training

Cons:

  • Requires manual updates
  • Only as accurate as your test

Verdict: TrainingPeaks is just a repository—accuracy depends on how well you test. Use our FTP Calculator and enter the result.

How to Find Your FTP on Zwift

Zwift offers multiple FTP testing options and stores your result.

Where to Find FTP in Zwift

In-Game:

  1. Open Menu (on companion or in-game)
  2. Go to Settings → Profile
  3. Look for "FTP" value

Zwift Companion App:

  1. Open the app
  2. Go to "More" tab
  3. Select "Settings" → "Profile"
  4. View/edit FTP

How to Test FTP on Zwift

Zwift offers several FTP test options:

Ramp Test:

  1. Workouts → FTP Tests → Ramp Test
  2. ~20 minutes, power increases until failure
  3. FTP = 75% of best 1-minute power

20-Minute Test:

  1. Workouts → FTP Tests → FTP Test (Longer)
  2. Structured warm-up → 20-minute all-out → cool-down
  3. FTP = 95% of 20-minute average

For detailed guidance, see our Zwift FTP Test Guide.

Zwift FTP Accuracy

Pros:

  • Structured tests available
  • Controlled indoor environment
  • Directly integrates with Zwift training

Cons:

  • Ramp test can over/underestimate depending on athlete type
  • Indoor FTP often differs from outdoor
  • Trainer calibration affects results

Verdict: Zwift FTP is good for Zwift training. Test with both the ramp and 20-minute to compare results.

Use our Zwift FTP Calculator for ramp test calculations.

Why Platform FTP Estimates Are Often Wrong

Common Issues

Stale Data If you haven't ridden hard recently, auto-detected FTP won't update—even as fitness changes.

Inconsistent Conditions Outdoor rides have variable conditions (wind, terrain) that affect power data interpretation.

Algorithm Limitations Each platform uses different algorithms with different assumptions. None know your physiology perfectly.

Equipment Calibration Power meters drift. Indoor trainers vary. Peloton bikes need calibration. All affect FTP accuracy.

When to Ignore Platform FTP

  • It hasn't updated in months
  • Training zones feel consistently wrong
  • You haven't done any hard efforts recently
  • Numbers differ dramatically between platforms
  • You're starting structured training for the first time

The Most Accurate Way to Find Your FTP

For accurate, actionable FTP:

Option 1: 20-Minute Test (Gold Standard)

  1. Warm up properly (20 minutes progressive)
  2. All-out 20-minute effort
  3. Record average power
  4. Use our 20-Minute FTP Calculator

Best for: Experienced cyclists who can pace 20-minute efforts.

Option 2: Ramp Test

  1. Power increases every minute until failure
  2. Record best 1-minute power
  3. Use our Zwift FTP Calculator

Best for: Those who struggle with pacing, or want a quick test.

Option 3: 5-Minute Test

  1. Warm up properly
  2. All-out 5-minute effort
  3. Record average power
  4. Use our 5-Minute FTP Calculator

Best for: Time-crunched athletes, beginners learning to test.

Option 4: Multi-Protocol Calculator

Use our FTP Calculator which supports multiple test durations and protocols.

After Finding Your FTP

Once you have an accurate FTP:

  1. Set training zones using the Power Zones Calculator
  2. Update all your platforms with the new value
  3. Plan your training with an FTP training plan
  4. Track your progress with the TSS Calculator
  5. Retest every 4-8 weeks to keep zones accurate

Key Takeaways

  1. Every platform stores FTP differently - know where to look
  2. Auto-detected FTP is often inaccurate - treat as rough estimate
  3. Strava/Garmin: Automatic estimates, variable accuracy
  4. Peloton: Built-in testing, good for Peloton training
  5. TrainingPeaks: Manual entry, requires your own test
  6. Zwift: Multiple test options, good indoor accuracy
  7. For accurate FTP, do a proper test using our calculators

Your FTP is only useful if it's accurate. Find it, verify it, and use it to train smarter.

Disclaimer: Information provided by this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice specific to the reader's particular situation. The information is not to be used for diagnosing or treating any health concerns you may have. The reader is advised to seek prompt professional medical advice from a doctor or other healthcare practitioner about any health question, symptom, treatment, disease, or medical condition.