Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 4
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...
Exercise Programming
Four Weeks to a Squat PR: Week 3
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
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,...
Managing Barbell Training Intensity as a Beginner
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
A common question many individuals new to strength training ask regarding weight selection is, "How heavy is too heavy?" This will always depend on the...
The Maximal Effort Method
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
The maximal effort method is one of the three primary strength training methodologies featured within the Westside Barbell Conjugate Method. Each...
The Seated Good Morning
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
The development of posterior chain and trunk strength is critical to the health and success of all athletes. These muscle groups help stabilize the spine...
How to Overcome Squat Sticking Points
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Squat | Strength Training Methods
The barbell squat is an exercise that nearly all athletes can use to improve their sports performance. This exercise focuses on developing the anterior...
How to Improve Deadlift Grip Strength
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
An athlete's grip strength will dictate their success with the deadlift. Unlike the squat or bench press, where the weight is loaded onto the body, the...
5 Accessory Exercises for the Squat
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
The squat is a multi-joint exercise that challenges the musculoskeletal system to various degrees. Much of the focus is placed on the legs and back....