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Conjugate for Wrestling: Max Effort

Conjugate for Wrestling: Max Effort

Burley Hawk December 18th, 2024 8 minute read

Conjugate Method | Grappling

The maximal effort method is a strength training method used to improve absolute strength. The Conjugate Method features two max effort training days...

Dante Leon: Forging a Champion at Westside Barbell

Dante Leon: Forging a Champion at Westside Barbell

Tom Barry August 14th, 2024 15 minute read

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...

Too Tough to Take Down

Too Tough to Take Down

Burley Hawk April 13th, 2023 9 minute read

Absolute Strength | Grappling | MMA

One of the most critical components of a grappler's skillset is the ability to defend against a takedown attempt. It doesn't matter if it is a grappling...

Absolute Strength for Grapplers

Absolute Strength for Grapplers

Burley Hawk October 11th, 2022 4 minute read

Conjugate Method | BJJ | 2022 | Absolute Strength | Athletes | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Grappling | Injury Prevention | Max Effort | Maximal Effort Method | Maximal Strength | Mixed Martial Arts | MMA

The different grappling sports all have a few things in common; you need to be skilled, strong, tough and possess a high level of endurance. You must do...

Conditioning for Grapplers

Conditioning for Grapplers

Burley Hawk October 4th, 2022 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | BJJ | 2022 | Athletes | Athletic Training Platform Training | GPP Training | Grappling | Mixed Martial Arts | MMA | Wrestling

No matter the sport, any athlete will benefit from increased aerobic capacity. In sports like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling, athletes must focus on...