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Starting Conjugate: Developing Proficiency in the Competition Lifts

Starting Conjugate: Developing Proficiency in the Competition Lifts

Burley Hawk 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The development of skill and technique is important in all sports. Powerlifting is no different: athletes must develop a high level of proficiency in the...

Starting Conjugate: Exercise Variation

Starting Conjugate: Exercise Variation

Burley Hawk 11 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The Conjugate Method enables coaches and athletes to introduce a range of training stimuli and demands, thereby promoting both general and specific...

Three Rules for Conjugate Beginners

Three Rules for Conjugate Beginners

Burley Hawk 6 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The Conjugate Method provides coaches and athletes with all the tools necessary to construct training plans that meet the demands of any physical...

Starting Conjugate: Heavy Effort Training

Starting Conjugate: Heavy Effort Training

Burley Hawk 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The aspect of the Conjugate Method that sets it apart from any other approach to strength and conditioning is the ability of the coach or athlete to...

Conjugate Method: Tracking Progress

Conjugate Method: Tracking Progress

Burley Hawk 6 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The ability to consistently track progress and collect relevant training data is two aspects of the Conjugate Method that are most beneficial to the...

Starting Conjugate: Advanced Accessory Exercise Programming

Starting Conjugate: Advanced Accessory Exercise Programming

Burley Hawk 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Accessory Training | Exercise Programming

The selection, programming, and execution of accessory exercises will have a significant impact on the training outcomes for any athlete utilizing the...

Advanced Trunk Training

Advanced Trunk Training

Burley Hawk 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

Building a strong trunk is a crucial aspect of enhancing athletic performance. Regardless of whether an athlete is focused on conventional or strength sports,...

Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 4

Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 4

Burley Hawk 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

One of the key benefits of utilizing the Conjugate Method is the ability to consistently assess an athlete's strength, speed, and conditioning. Instead...

Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 3

Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 3

Burley Hawk 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

The week before a planned PR attempt is what I refer to as the setup week. This is the week when we will select an exercise that allows us to train to a...

5 Powerlifting Exercises for Beginners

5 Powerlifting Exercises for Beginners

Burley Hawk 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Exercise selection and variation play critical roles in exercise programming. If selected correctly, athletes will progress at a consistent pace. However,...