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Single-Leg Deadlifts for Beginners
Coach Lori offers a progression taking a beginner from never having hinged to a loaded single-leg deadlift in 10 weeks

Lori Thomson
Aug 12


The Athlete Ego: Why We Need It (And When It Sabotages Us)
The athlete ego isn't bad; it just needs to be calibrated

Carrie Jackson
Aug 10


Regaining Durability
Coach Menachem shares a quick strength flow you can do in your living room
Menachem Brodie
Aug 10


Individualization Over Generic Plans: What 78 World-Class Coaches Just Told Researchers
Tim talks about eight training success themes crucial to world-class coaches

Tim Cusick
Aug 10


Muscle Cramps Are Not Just an Electrolyte Problem
Exercise-associated muscle cramping is not simply an electrolyte problem

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Aug 4


Lactate Gels: The Next Breakthrough in Endurance Fueling?
If the body already uses lactate as fuel, could using it in training improve performance?

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Jul 29


The setback isn't the problem; our reaction is
It's not the setback itself that derails us; it's what happens in the ten seconds after it

Carrie Jackson
Jul 13


Ready or not: Separating the signal and the whole athlete
The goal cannot be simply more data or more interpretation; the goal must be better decisions

Tim Cusick
Jul 13


Sleep Better to Perform Better: The Role of Nutrition
Nutrition choices throughout the day can help support better sleep quality

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Jul 1


Beyond FTP: Why Great Coaching Looks Beyond Training Zones
While FTP can be useful, it does not fully describe how an athlete produces power across different durations, how they respond to training, or what types of efforts are most likely to drive adaptation. Yet many athletes and coaches still build entire training programs around percentages of FTP.

Rob Wakefield
Jun 11


Are you training to win or training not to lose?
Carrie explains what a growth mindset looks like for cyclists

Carrie Jackson
Jun 8


Heavy strength training mid season
Menachem shares an adjustment to your strength training this summer to get better on-bike performance
Menachem Brodie
Jun 8
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Rethinking High Fat vs. High Carb Diets
When performance is not the emphasis or goal, the amount and type of carbohydrates in your diet can and should generally change

Dr. Namrita Brooke
Nov 8, 2024


The Power of Process Goals and Discipline in Cycling: Forget Motivation, Focus on the Work
When motivation fades, the true key to progress reveals itself: process goals and discipline

Tim Cusick
Nov 8, 2024


Shannon's story: Appalachian Mountaineer
BaseCamp athlete Shannon Scanlon shared her experience at the 2024 Appalachian Mountaineer event in Virginia

BaseCamp
Nov 3, 2024


Tracy's story: a successful coached season
BaseCamp athlete Tracy Gravlin shared a recap of her 2024 season working with a BaseCamp coach

BaseCamp
Nov 1, 2024


The Importance of Anatomical Adaptation Before Starting the Season
Anatomical adaptation is a cornerstone of a well-structured training plan, setting the foundation for your entire season

Tim Cusick
Oct 17, 2024
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