Fitness Levels

Level 1 - Beginner

No previous cycling experience, not currently exercising
MMP Power to Weight
M - 240W F - 160W M - 2.58W/kg F - 2.16W/kg

Level 2 - Moderate Fitness

Informal exercise over the last 12 months
MMP Power to Weight
M - 240-290W F - 160-200W M - 2.58-3.11W/kg F - 2.16-2.72W/kg

Level 3 - Active Fitness

Exercising 2-3 times a week for the last 12 months
MMP Power to Weight
M - 290-340W F - 200-240W M - 3.11-3.64W/kg F - 2.72-3.27W/kg

Level 4 - Active Cyclist

Cycling 2-3 times a week for the last 12 months
MMP Power to Weight
M - 340-400W F - 240-280W M - 3.64-4.29W/kg F - 3.27-3.82W/kg

Level 5 - Experienced Cyclist

Cycling 5 + times a week for the last 24+ months
MMP Power to Weight
M - >400W F - >280W M - >4.29W/kg F - >3.82W/kg

Note to the tables:
Power to weight ratio is based on males at 70kg and females at 55kg using 75% of maximum minute power, i.e. MMP x 0.75/weight (kg)

Example

Male 340W MMP x 0.75/70kg = 3.64W/kg
Female 240W MMP x 0.75/55kg = 3.27 W/kg

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