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Sumo Rack

Sumo Rack

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Give this a go if this is an area you need to attack:1️⃣Pin #2 Sumo Rack Pull w/Chain 1RM2️⃣Pin #2 Sumo Rack Pull w/Chain 3x6🔸reset reps🔸using Zercher...

Back Day

Back Day

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

At Westside, we train our backs in some capacity every time we step in the gym. This is because your back is the base of the bench, it keeps the bar...

Lb to Lb

Lb to Lb

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

‘Weight is weight’ -Louie SimmonsWhile many get OCD over mismatched plates, you have to remember, 50lb is 50lb. 100lb is 100lb. 200lb is 200lb.400lb is...

Honing In

Honing In

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

As a coach and/or as an athlete, one is on a constant search for the ‘edge’. This can be as simple as chalk and nose tork, or as complicated as honing...

Honing In

Honing In

Westside Barbell 1 minute read

Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

As a coach and/or as an athlete, one is on a constant search for the ‘edge’. This can be as simple as chalk and nose tork, or as complicated as honing...

Why Mono?

Why Mono?

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Some say utilizing a monolift is cheating. Welp, this is what we say:1️⃣They encourage teamwork through j-hook release and jack operation2️⃣It allows for...

Veal

Veal

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

‘Calves are important’-Louie SimmonsYes, we do indeed have a seated calf machine. They are more crucial to balance than one might imagine with regards to the...

More Ass

More Ass

Westside Barbell 1 minute read

Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

A weak lockout means weak glutes. Rack pulls are a staple at Westside, whether for the main movement or repetition method.Lagging at the top of your...

Monday Special

Monday Special

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Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Keep in mind, one of the best exercises one can do for overall strength is the sled pull. At Westside we rotate these as the warm-up, main lift,...