top of page
2027 Mallorca Camp — Reservations Open RESERVE YOUR SPOT

FROM THE JOURNAL
BASECAMP
BLOG.
Training tips, nutrition, mental performance, strength training, stories, and more!


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
Search


Daniel's story: Audax in France
BaseCamp group coaching member Daniel Anhalt shared his experience at a 200k ride in France

BaseCamp
Mar 5, 2024


Toolbox: One way to test shorter cranks
Coach Tim shares some tools to help determine if you should consider shorter cranks

Tim Cusick
Mar 5, 2024


Sue's Story: The Washington Jefferson Ride
BaseCamp group coaching member Sue Hageman shared her experience at the 2024 Washington Jefferson Ride

BaseCamp
Mar 4, 2024


Lauf Cycles Factory Tour and Initial Lauf Úthald Review
What sets the Úthald apart is its unique blend of performance and comfort

Tim Cusick
Mar 1, 2024


A guide to renting a bike in Mallorca
A tutorial to renting a bike at the Viva Blue and Spa in Mallorca, Spain

BaseCamp
Mar 1, 2024
bottom of page