Burley Hawk

Burley Hawk

DIGITAL CONTENT MANAGER

Burley Hawk is the Digital Content Manager at Westside Barbell and a Conjugate Method strength coach.

Training and studying under Louie Simmons over the past decade, Burley has attained the experience, knowledge and understanding necessary to master the Conjugate Method.

A longtime member of Westside Barbell, and a loyal student of Louie's, Burley remains dedicated to delivering the Westside Barbell message to the digital world.


Common Conjugate Mistakes III

Common Conjugate Mistakes III

Burley Hawk March 19th, 2026 6 minute read

Conjugate Method | Training Methods & Techniques

While the Conjugate Method is the most effective approach to strength and conditioning, it is not foolproof. If a coach or athlete fails to understand even...

Training Specificity

Training Specificity

Burley Hawk March 12th, 2026 9 minute read

Conjugate Method | Training Methods & Techniques

The Conjugate Method develops multiple strengths and athletic traits simultaneously through the use of three primary strength training methods; the...

Modifying Maximal Effort Training

Modifying Maximal Effort Training

Burley Hawk March 4th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Maximal Effort Method

The maximal-effort method is one of the three primary strength-training methods used in the Conjugate Training System. This method focuses on the...

Introduction to Isometric Training

Introduction to Isometric Training

Burley Hawk February 26th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Isometric Training

A key benefit of Conjugate Method training is our ability to tailor our approach to achieve specific training outcomes based on the needs of the...

Basic Conjugate Training Advice XVIII

Basic Conjugate Training Advice XVIII

Burley Hawk February 20th, 2026 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Training Methods & Techniques

The Conjugate Football Advantage

The Conjugate Football Advantage

Burley Hawk February 12th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Football

The sport of football is one of the most physically demanding sports an athlete can choose to play. It is a sport that requires athletes to be explosive,...

Conjugate for Weightlifting: Maximal Effort Lower

Conjugate for Weightlifting: Maximal Effort Lower

Burley Hawk February 4th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Olympic Weightlifting

The maximal effort method is a strength training approach used to develop absolute strength. This training focuses on high-intensity work, with athletes...

Conjugate for Weightlifting: Basic Programming Strategy

Conjugate for Weightlifting: Basic Programming Strategy

Burley Hawk January 27th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Olympic Weightlifting

The Conjugate Method is a strength and conditioning training system that can be adapted to practically any sport. Often, folks with a limited...

Conjugate Hockey: Basic Training Template

Conjugate Hockey: Basic Training Template

Burley Hawk January 20th, 2026 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Strength Training for Sports

The sport of ice hockey requires athletes to develop optimal strength and conditioning to improve physical capacity and performance. While sport-specific...