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BASECAMP COACH
Doug Rusho
I am a coach who plans and problem solves with flexible logic, blending the right balance of training science, personal experience, creativity, life adaptability, and fun.
Fairport, New York
BASED IN
30
YEARS TRAINING
1
YEARS COACHING
Mountain, cyclocross, gravel, road, endurance performance, strength
DISCIPLINES
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
EXPERIENCE
MEETS SCIENCE.
My coaching philosophy is built on collaboration, flexibility, and practical problem solving. Every athlete is different, and every training tool, whether a workout, drill, training block, or recovery strategy, comes with its own benefits and tradeoffs. I believe great coaching comes from combining data, experience, creativity, and open communication to find the right approach for each individual athlete.
One concept I strongly believe in is the "Good-Better-Best" approach. Life is busy. Careers, families, travel, and unexpected challenges can make the "perfect" training week unrealistic. Instead of chasing perfection, we focus on making the best decision possible for your situation. With good communication and a flexible plan, we can continue making progress even when life gets complicated.
As a longtime BaseCamp athlete myself, I have experienced firsthand the power of this community. The combination of science-based coaching, education, accountability, and a supportive group of athletes creates an environment where people can improve, stay motivated, and genuinely enjoy the process. It's serious training without taking ourselves too seriously.
THE FULL STORY
ABOUT ME AS A COACH.
My athletic journey started on a BMX bike as a kid and has never really stopped. From BMX gate starts to high school strength and plyometric training, collegiate track and field at SUNY Brockport, mountain bike racing, road racing, cyclocross, gravel, and even a little triathlon, I have always been fascinated by the process of getting stronger, faster, and more capable.
That curiosity ultimately led me to earn a degree in Exercise Science and build a career as a personal trainer. For more than 30 years, I've worked with a wide range of athletes and individuals, from pre-teens to seniors, first-time exercisers to competitive athletes. Through all of those experiences, one lesson has remained constant: successful coaching starts with meeting people where they are and helping them move forward from there.
Today I continue to race and train, primarily focusing on mountain bike and cyclocross disciplines. I remain just as passionate about learning, testing, and refining training methods as I was when I first started. Whether through personal experience, continuing education, or data analysis, I am always looking for better ways to help athletes perform at their best.
THE RÉSUMÉ
MY PROUDEST ACHIEVEMENTS.
Degrees and certifications:
B.S Exercise Science SUNY Brockport
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
Notable races and experiences
Mountain bike (1997- present)
Hardcore 24 MTB race (team and solo)
24 Hours Summer Solstice (course average speed record 4-man team)
UCI Marathon World Cup Amateur race, Lake Placid, NY
UCI World Cup XC, Windham, NY
Syllamo's Revenge 50-mile challenge, Mountainview, AR
8-hour Epic Relay (2-man), Hardwood Hills, Canada
Laurel Classic, Wellsboro, PA
Singletrack Stampede, Buffalo, NY
Roots, Rocks, and Ridges Mountain Bike Series, Ellicottville, NY
S6 6-hour relay, Honeyoe, NY
Norba Nationals, Seven Springs, PA, Mt. Snow, VT
Various cross-country races in NY, PA, MA, CT (8-15/year)
Cyclocross (2005-present)
Rochester Cyclocross (US series)
NYSBRA cyclocross championships
U.S. National Championships, Hartford, CT
Local cyclocross races (5-8/year)
Gravel (2018-2020)
Mudslinger gravel series, NY (multiple locations)
Road (2003-2010)
Rochester Twilight Criterium (NRC series)
Local road races (5/year)
Triathlon (2015-2019)
Lyme Sprint Triathlon (team/solo: run/bike/paddle) (solo: swim/bike/run)
IN THEIR WORDS
ATHLETES ON COACH DOUG
RECENT RESULTS
DOUG'S ATHLETES, ON THE PODIUM.
Milo Needham: 1st AG, Mt Kato Bluff Riders Charge
Coach Doug Rusho
Location:
Years training:
Years coaching:
Training disciplines:
Fairport, New York
30
1
Mountain, cyclocross, gravel, road, endurance performance, strength
My athletic journey started on a BMX bike as a kid and has never really stopped. From BMX gate starts to high school strength and plyometric training, collegiate track and field at SUNY Brockport, mountain bike racing, road racing, cyclocross, gravel, and even a little triathlon, I have always been fascinated by the process of getting stronger, faster, and more capable.
That curiosity ultimately led me to earn a degree in Exercise Science and build a career as a personal trainer. For more than 30 years, I've worked with a wide range of athletes and individuals, from pre-teens to seniors, first-time exercisers to competitive athletes. Through all of those experiences, one lesson has remained constant: successful coaching starts with meeting people where they are and helping them move forward from there.
Today I continue to race and train, primarily focusing on mountain bike and cyclocross disciplines. I remain just as passionate about learning, testing, and refining training methods as I was when I first started. Whether through personal experience, continuing education, or data analysis, I am always looking for better ways to help athletes perform at their best.
Degrees and certifications:
B.S Exercise Science SUNY Brockport
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach
Notable races and experiences
Mountain bike (1997- present)
Hardcore 24 MTB race (team and solo)
24 Hours Summer Solstice (course average speed record 4-man team)
UCI Marathon World Cup Amateur race, Lake Placid, NY
UCI World Cup XC, Windham, NY
Syllamo's Revenge 50-mile challenge, Mountainview, AR
8-hour Epic Relay (2-man), Hardwood Hills, Canada
Laurel Classic, Wellsboro, PA
Singletrack Stampede, Buffalo, NY
Roots, Rocks, and Ridges Mountain Bike Series, Ellicottville, NY
S6 6-hour relay, Honeyoe, NY
Norba Nationals, Seven Springs, PA, Mt. Snow, VT
Various cross-country races in NY, PA, MA, CT (8-15/year)
Cyclocross (2005-present)
Rochester Cyclocross (US series)
NYSBRA cyclocross championships
U.S. National Championships, Hartford, CT
Local cyclocross races (5-8/year)
Gravel (2018-2020)
Mudslinger gravel series, NY (multiple locations)
Road (2003-2010)
Rochester Twilight Criterium (NRC series)
Local road races (5/year)
Triathlon (2015-2019)
Lyme Sprint Triathlon (team/solo: run/bike/paddle) (solo: swim/bike/run)
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Milo Needham: 1st AG, Mt Kato Bluff Riders Charge