Looking at market cycles, altcoins tend to underperform progressively through each cycle when measuring both percentage gains and holding duration. The pattern becomes increasingly pronounced as Bitcoin dominance strengthens.

This isn't pessimism—it's how the market structure actually works. Each cycle, alts struggle more to match previous performance while requiring longer hold periods for comparable returns. Eventually something has to break this pattern, typically when Bitcoin dominance reaches extreme levels and capital flows shift.

If you're waiting for this reset to happen, let it play out. Fighting against structural market trends is inefficient. The key is recognizing the cycle stage and positioning accordingly—whether that means rotating into BTC strength or waiting for the inevitable mean reversion in altseason.