# Stryd Running Power Critical Power & W′bal Reconstructor

Derive your running Critical Power (CP) and W′ (anaerobic work capacity) from a 3-minute all-out test, power–time trial pairs, or distance–time trials, then replay a Stryd power session (.fit/.tcx/CSV) second by second: W′bal depletion and recovery timeline under the Skiba 2012 integral model and the Froncioni/Skiba/Clarke differential model, time-to-exhaustion forecasts, Stryd zone distribution (Easy/Moderate/Threshold/Interval/Repetition) and a dual-panel power/W′bal chart.

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- **Category:** Sports

- **Keywords:** stryd, running power, critical power, w prime balance, wbal

## Overview

The Stryd Running Power Critical Power & W′bal Reconstructor calculates your Critical Power (CP) and anaerobic work capacity (W′) from field test data and simulates running sessions second by second. It models real-time W′bal depletion and recovery using the Skiba 2012 integral and Froncioni/Skiba/Clarke differential algorithms, maps training intensity across official Stryd power zones, and provides time-to-exhaustion forecasts alongside dual-panel interactive charts.

## Inputs

- **CP Test Method** (select)
- **Test Data** (textarea): 3-min all-out: "t,power" rows or one power per second… power–time: "180,320" per line distance–time: "5000,1260" per line known: "cp=300 wprime=18000"
- **Session Power Stream (CSV)** (textarea): Optional: "time,power" rows (seconds or mm:ss), or one power per second (1 Hz)
- **Session File (.fit / .tcx / .csv)** (file)
- **W′bal Model** (select)
- **Body Weight (kg)** (number): 70
- **Running Efficiency (for ACSM)** (number): 0.24

## When to use

- Analyzing a 3-minute all-out running test or multi-trial power/time data to determine accurate CP and W′ values.
- Replaying structured interval workouts from .fit, .tcx, or CSV files to identify anaerobic battery depletion and recovery points.
- Validating pacing strategies and forecasting time-to-exhaustion for supra-threshold race efforts and repetition sets.

## How it works

- Select your CP test method—such as a 3-minute all-out series, power–time trial pairs, distance–time trials, or predefined values—and input your baseline test data.
- Optionally provide a full workout file (.fit, .tcx, or .csv) or paste session power streams along with your body weight and running efficiency.
- Choose your preferred W′ balance algorithm (Skiba 2012 integral, Froncioni/Skiba/Clarke differential, or both) to track anaerobic reconstitution dynamics.
- Generate an HTML report displaying CP/W′ stat cards, time-to-exhaustion projections, Stryd 5-zone distributions, and synchronized power/W′bal charts.

## Use cases

- Coaches verifying whether an athlete fully exhausted their anaerobic reserve during track repetitions.
- Runners calibrating Stryd threshold and interval training zones following a seasonal fitness benchmark test.
- Marathoners and middle-distance runners simulating pacing plans to prevent premature W′ exhaustion on race day.

## Frequently asked questions

### What test protocols can I use to determine CP and W′?

You can use a 3-minute all-out test (Vanhatalo model), two or more power–time trials, distance–time trial pairs using ACSM metabolic estimation, or enter known CP and W′ values directly.

### What is the difference between the Skiba and Differential W′bal models?

The Skiba 2012 integral model calculates recovery rate based on average power below CP across the session, whereas the differential model dynamically adjusts recovery kinetics relative to the instantaneous depth of W′ depletion.

### Which workout file formats are supported for session replay?

You can upload standard binary .fit files, XML-based .tcx files, or plain text .csv and .tsv files containing time and running power columns up to 20 MB.

### How are the Stryd training zones defined?

Zones are calculated relative to your CP: Easy (65–80%), Moderate (80–90%), Threshold (90–100%), Interval (100–115%), and Repetition (115–130%).

### Why are body weight and running efficiency required for distance–time data?

When using distance and elapsed time instead of direct power meter records, the tool applies the ACSM metabolic running equation combined with your weight and mechanical efficiency (default 0.24) to estimate mechanical wattage.

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