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What Do Shoulder Shrugs Work?

What Do Shoulder Shrugs Work?

Burley Hawk 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Training Methods & Techniques

Developing a strong mid- and upper back is critical to the success of a strength athlete. A strong mid- and upper back allows athletes to maintain optimal...

Starting Conjugate: Basic Accessory Exercise Programming

Starting Conjugate: Basic Accessory Exercise Programming

Burley Hawk 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Accessory Training | Exercise Programming

The basic Conjugate Method training day typically features a main exercise, along with primary and secondary accessory exercises. We program to use...

The Chest-Supported Row

The Chest-Supported Row

Burley Hawk 11 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

The Conjugate Method provides coaches and athletes many opportunities to improve strength, speed, physical composition, and athletic skills. One aspect...

The Westside Barbell Speed Bench Training Guide

The Westside Barbell Speed Bench Training Guide

Burley Hawk 13 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Training Methods & Techniques

Over the years, the Conjugate Method has built some of the strongest geared and raw benches in powerlifting. At Westside, we have had members press 700,...

Powerlifting Exercises: Essential Movements to Improve Strength

Powerlifting Exercises: Essential Movements to Improve Strength

Burley Hawk 13 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

The sport of powerlifting focuses on one goal: to become as strong as possible. It sounds easy enough, but reaching peak performance can be complex and...

How to Organize and Program a Training Day

How to Organize and Program a Training Day

Burley Hawk 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming

Understanding how to plan a training day properly is one of the most critical aspects of successful training. This is especially true with the Conjugate Method,...

Starting Conjugate: Thoughts on Max Effort

Starting Conjugate: Thoughts on Max Effort

Burley Hawk 6 minute read

Exercise Programming | Maximal Effort Method

The Conjugate Method includes the use of three strength training methods: maximal, dynamic, and repeated effort. Each method delivers a particular...

Basic Exercise Variation Management

Basic Exercise Variation Management

Burley Hawk 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Law of Accommodation

One aspect that separates the Conjugate Method from many other popular strength training methods is the ability to precisely address any athlete's...

Basic Conjugate Training Advice VIII

Basic Conjugate Training Advice VIII

Burley Hawk 7 minute read

Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming

The Conjugate Method trumps all other training methods when it comes to effectiveness, efficiency, and specificity. You might see the word specificity...