Hanson & Leon’s Road to Strength and Success
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Max Hanson claimed his first major IBJJF title at black belt, defeating reigning champion Carlos Henrique in a strategic final at No-Gi Pans. His journey...
The Legacy of Westside Barbell: Why We Haven’t Stopped Since Louie’s Passing
There’s been chatter over the last two years about whether Westside Barbell should have ceased to exist after Louie Simmons passed away. Some people,...
Ally Kennedy: Setting the Gold Standard in Women's Lacrosse
Ally Kennedy has officially cemented her place at the top of the lacrosse world. She just led her team to victory at the inaugural Box Lacrosse World Cup,...
Dante Leon at the UFC Fight Pass Invitational
I recently made the trip out to Las Vegas with one focus: supporting Dante Leon as he competed in the UFC Fight Pass Invitational at the UFC’s Apex...
Dante Leon: Forging a Champion at Westside Barbell
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Grappling
At Westside Barbell, we've seen our fair share of elite athletes walk through our doors. But every so often, someone comes along who truly embodies the...
Unlocking Potential with VLPM
In today's world, we're flooded with information about athletic performance. However, not all data is useful. This blog introduces an actionable way to...
Expert Advice on Optimizing Athlete Health with Dr. Shawn Bailey
Athletes | Health
In our latest episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Shawn Bailey, our team physician. Dr. Bailey and his...
How Strong Should I Be?
Strength Training
Strength. We often visualize bare human strength as the burly man at the gym pumping iron or perhaps as that friend who somehow manages to carry all the...
Ally Kennedy’s Journey with Westside Barbell: Training for the 2024 Season
Athlete journey | Lacrosse
When Ally Kennedy joined Westside Barbell, she already had a strong foundation from her previous training. This solid base has helped her make steady and...