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In this episode we explore the art and science of creating sustainable nutrition habits that fuel both performance and daily life. Learn practical tips, bust common myths, and gain insights into how intentional eating can help you feel stronger, recover faster, and perform at your best. Whether you're a competitive athlete or simply looking to build a healthier routine, this episode offers the tools you need to thrive.
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This isn’t about training in compartments or single system development; it’s about synergy—how focusing on the relationships between physiological aspects of performance in our training can lead to exponential growth. Whether you’re chasing KOMs, podiums, or simply the joy of a stronger ride, today’s episode will inspire you to rethink your approach to training and tap into your true potential.
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As the days grow shorter and the excitement of the race season fades, many of us cyclists and endurance athletes find ourselves at a critical juncture—the off-season. This period, often overlooked or underestimated, holds immense value in setting the stage for success in the coming year. While it may seem like a time to simply rest, the off-season transition is a key opportunity to reset, recharge, and build a solid foundation for the months ahead.
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In today’s episode, we'll explore why training stagnation happens, how to identify if you're stuck in a rut, and—most importantly—proven strategies to break through that wall and keep moving toward your goals. From adjusting your workouts to reassessing recovery, we've got actionable tips to help you reignite your progress.
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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a crucial topic that can make or break your race day—selecting the right tires for gravel racing. Whether you’re a seasoned gravel grinder or just getting started, choosing the right tire can significantly impact your performance, comfort, and overall race experience.
BaseCamp Head Coach, Tim Cusick, with his deep expertise in data-driven performance cycling coaching, will break down the technical aspects of tire selection and the key concepts that should impact your decision. He’ll explain factors such as vibration, flotation and aerodynamics and how you should consider how these factors interact to help select the right tire and set it up for you.
Meanwhile, Head Coach Dr. Namrita Brooke, will guide us through how tire choice impacts not just your ride but your entire race strategy. She’ll share insights on how tire selection can influence your fatigue levels, planning, and overall race day outcomes.
So, whether you’re looking to shave seconds off your time or simply want to enjoy the ride, stay tuned as we help you roll smoothly over any terrain and come out on top!
Join us this winter: 2025 BaseCamp Winter Group Coaching
The 2024 season is still in full swing, but we’ve had many athletes already reaching out to discuss what they can do to better prepare for 2025. And truly, a successful 2025 season starts with excellent winter base training, it’s the foundation on which the rest of your year is built on. But we know those winter months can be challenging for so many reasons. And that’s why we have created our 16 week winter group training program with both Tim and I leading the coaching with over a dozen of our other amazing coaches to help guide you and train with you. It’s all virtual, we have riders from around the world, and training can be executed indoors or outside. It’s a true 360 degree coaching program with a plan that takes into account many of the aspects we discuss here in previous episodes of this podcast, Tim designs the training plan, I lead the nutrition program , and you also get a full-strength program, mental performance coaching, and tons of exclusive education and access to true world class coaching and guest pro athletes. If you like what you hear in these podcasts, there’s a LOT more of that all winter long. It’s a rare opportunity to work with an entire team of performance experts*, and is designed for both the newer cyclist and the experienced racer alike. Plus, you get to train and learn alongside fellow cyclists. You can learn more and reserve your spot for just $25 over at www.joinbasecamp.com . So come train with us, train with a community of other athletes, and train where you belong.
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Welcome to "From Good to Great: Mastering Your Cycling Training Regimen," where we explore the essential strategies and insights to elevate your cycling performance to new heights. Whether you're aiming to crush your personal best or tackle your first century ride, this podcast is your ultimate guide to optimizing every aspect of your training regimen. Join us as we dive deep into the science-backed techniques, expert advice, and more.
Today, in part 2 of this 2 part series, we will discuss how to take good workout execution and optimize your workout to further improve your performance.
About BaseCamp Train Where You Belong:
At BaseCamp Endurance Coaching, we are committed to delivering top-notch cycling coaching to athletes of all levels. Led by renowned cycling coaches Tim Cusick and Namrita Brooke, our mission is to make high-quality, affordable cycling coaching accessible to everyone.
Whether you're looking for personalized cycling coaching or one of our group coaching programs for cyclists, we have a program designed to meet your specific needs. Our coaches are experts in developing personalized training plans that incorporate the latest in cycling science and technology.
In addition to our coaching services, we host immersive cycling camps that provide hands-on training and education in a supportive environment. These camps are perfect for cyclists who want to push their limits, learn from the best, and connect with like-minded athletes.
Join BaseCamp Cycling and experience the difference that expert coaching can make in your cycling journey. Let us help you reach your goals with the guidance of top coaches like Tim Cusick, Namrita Brooke, Menachem Brodie, Tina Hart, Scott Moninger and the whole BaseCamp team.
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Welcome to "From Good to Great: Mastering Your Cycling Training Regimen," where we explore the essential strategies and insights to elevate your cycling performance to new heights. Whether you're aiming to crush your personal best or tackle your first century ride, this podcast is your ultimate guide to optimizing every aspect of your training regimen. Join us as we dive deep into the science-backed techniques, expert advice, and more.
Today, in part 1 of this 2 part series, we will review the simple concept of workout execution and give advice on how to better set up and execute workouts…and then how to optimize your workout to further improve your performance.
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Compete or Complete? Today we are joined by longtime pro racer and BaseCamp Coach Scott Moninger. We cover what it takes to be competitive in today’s gravel races. From the prep, to executing a race start and strategy, to skills and nutrition. We cover it all!
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Join BaseCamp Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick for this "Summer RPI BaseCamp Group Training" kick off podcast with a dive into complexity bias and the real secret foundation of achieving your cycling goals.
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Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick welcome Steve Mathews, Founder, President and CEO of Chamois Butt'r. We get this inside story of how the company started, which product us best for you and the core values that shape the company.
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick as they welcome Jeff Van Drunen, founder and CEO of Sur. We dig into the topics of AltRed, betalaines, beetroot and a great discussion on how more is not always more.
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick as they welcome Mike Adsit, founder and CEO of Michigan Organic Fruits. We dig into the topics of what "organic" really means, how to ensure and we spent some time talking apples and switchel.
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick as they welcome Frankie Holt to the Podcast. Frankie is the founder and CEO of Fierce Hazel Bike Bags, Wallets and Pouches. This a great chat as we talk about her why and we also learn the background story behind the founding of Fierce Hazel.
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What really is your nutrition goal? Looking for peak performance or to shed a few pounds? Join Head Coach Tim Cusick and Nutritionist and Head Coach Namrita Brooke Ph.D for this dive into the world of fueling for your goals.
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The BaseCamp Community has a little Alpe du Zwift Challenge coming up so Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick talk the ups and down of climbing.
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick as they delve into the best practices, expert insights, and practical tips that will power your rides and help you recover faster, ensuring you reach your peak potential in every pedal stroke. So grab your water bottle, tune in, and let's ride into the world of optimal cycling fueling and recovery!
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick on this dive into all things FTP and testing. What is FTP? Why do we test at regular cycles? Why should a care?
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Training is a journey from where you are today, to where you want to be in the future. Understanding how we can manage training load as part of the system of maximizing our performance can guide that journey. The Performance Management Chart (PMC) and its key metrics help guide this journey to success!
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Join Head Coaches Namrita Brooke and Tim Cusick for this deep dive into preparing for performance events. Performance goals, process goals, routines and mental prep!
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Interplay is a word we use frequently in BaseCamp. Sometimes it helps us discuss how our program blends training, nutrition, strength and mental performance into a full spectrum training program, other times it is about our physiological approach towards training, a multifaceted approaching for enhancing performance. Confused? Check out our podcast and get some deep insight into a superior process.
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