Bolder Base
The essentials, distilled.
The backbone of Bolder. Full programming depth in a time-efficient format for athletes who train consistently.
- Best for
- Everyday Masters athletes
- Duration
- 60–75 minutes
- Equipment
- Standard CrossFit setup
- Beginner-friendly
- No
Free for 3 weeks, then $39.99/month. Cancel anytime.
The track
A high return from a manageable dose.
Base is where most Bolder athletes train. It delivers the full depth of Bolder's programming philosophy — periodization, progressive overload, recovery integration — in a format that fits a real schedule. No fluff, no filler. Every minute is accounted for.
Who it's for
- Athletes who train consistently 4-5 days per week
- Masters athletes who want serious programming in about an hour
- Athletes stepping up from Scaled who are ready for more volume
- Anyone who values structure and efficiency in their training
What's included
- Full periodized programming
- Strength and conditioning balance
- Progressive overload cycles
- Built-in recovery and deload weeks
- Scalable intensity
Intensity profile
The track sets the dose. The color sets the effort. The cycle sets the direction. The deload lets the work take effect.
- Blue · Recovery 15%
- Green · Zone 2 30%
- Yellow · Sustainable 25%
- Orange · Threshold 20%
- Red · Max effort 10%
Bolder Base questions
How long are the workouts?
60-75 minutes. Efficient enough for a lunch hour, thorough enough to drive real progress.
Is this for competitors?
Base builds a strong foundation. Many athletes train Base year-round. If you want competition-specific prep, look at Compete or Elite.
What equipment do I need?
Standard CrossFit setup — barbell, dumbbells, pull-up bar, and a rower or bike.
Can I switch tracks later?
Yes. All tracks are included in your subscription. Move between them as your goals evolve.
Is Bolder Base a separate purchase?
Bolder Base is part of the Bolder Athlete membership — giving you access to all 9 training tracks for one price ($39.99/mo).
Other tracks
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Bolder EliteFor Games-level Masters competitors — the full competitive dose, up to 2.5-hour training days.
Bolder CompeteCompetition training at about 2 hours a day, 5 days a week — built to peak for events.
Bolder MetconOne piece, one stimulus — a single conditioning piece around one piece of equipment, about 40 minutes.
Bolder ScaledBolder Base's structure with smart modifications — full intent, loads and movements scaled to you.
Bolder BodyStrength & conditioning for real life — no CrossFit required, 60–75 minutes a day.
Bolder MinimalTrain anywhere on minimal equipment — the full Bolder system, stripped to the essentials.
Bolder CapacityThe engine builder: erg-based aerobic work, about an hour — a second session or a standalone day.
Bolder HYROXRace-specific running, sled, machine, and station work in 90-minute sessions, built for HYROX.
Train Base free for 3 weeks.
All 9 tracks included. Switch anytime.
Free for 3 weeks, then $39.99/month. Cancel anytime.