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The BaseCamp Blog


Iron for cyclists
Summer is a good time to discuss iron, which is essential for oxygen transport

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Jul 4


When you don't want to train, here's how to do it anyway
Carrie shares her two favorite tools to use when struggling to get out the door

Carrie Jackson
Jul 3


Wider is smarter: Rethinking gravel tire width
The width of our tires shapes how efficiently and confidently we ride

Tim Cusick
Jul 3


Summer strength training: Keep showing up
This is the time of year when the fruits of hitting the weights consistently can shine through.
Menachem Brodie
Jul 3


Top four movements for a happy back (from someone who's been there)
Coach Stacey shares her top movements to build strength through a full range of motion

Stacy McMickens
Jun 9


Keeping the body mobile during a cycling season
Coach Lori gives tips for improving posture and limiting aches and pains during the race season

Lori Thomson
Jun 9


Stuck in your own head? Here's how to fix it
Our bodies might be race ready, but if our minds are working against us, we'll never perform at our best

Carrie Jackson
Jun 7


Resetting training consistency
Tim shares five steps to resetting consistency and training momentum

Tim Cusick
Jun 6


How to execute "active" heat training
Namrita gives tips for adjusting and preparing for a hot or humid event

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Jun 6


You don't have to set a race goal…but here's why you'll wish you did
If you've avoided setting race goals in the past, here are three powerful reasons to reconsider

Carrie Jackson
May 12


Training with data: Why we must avoid obsessing over numbers in race season
Obsessing over power data points leads to anxiety, not excellence

Tim Cusick
May 12


Train your gut to race at your best
The end goal of gut training is to minimize the chance of GI distress and maximize carbohydrate and energy availability

Dr. Namrita Brooke
May 5


Better breathing for improved recovery and performance
Breathing can help the pelvic floor relax so it can contract and work better
Menachem Brodie
Apr 8


Bikepacking: The Ultimate Cycling Adventure
Bikepacking might be the perfect next challenge for you

Karen Mackin
Apr 7


What the hell was I thinking? Mastering self-talk, Part 2
We can reshape our thought patterns with practice

Carrie Jackson
Apr 7
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