Louie Simmons

AR

Westside Barbell March 28th, 2019 1 minute read

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

Let's take a minute to review and revisit accommodating resistance (AR) for the squat and bench.At the top of the movement, the total AR should come to...

Balls

Westside Barbell March 27th, 2019 1 minute read

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

"No one has a crystal ball."-Louie SimmonsHave a plan, but remember to be flexible and listen to your body.

Arching for Bench

Westside Barbell March 26th, 2019 1 minute read

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

Max Effort Upper1️⃣Arch Bar 1RM-against single looped average bands2️⃣Arch Bar 3x4-against single looped average bands-upper back/lat engagement...

Arnold

Westside Barbell March 25th, 2019 2 minute read

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

This past weekend we enjoyed an open house here at Westside Barbell. People came from all over the world to attend the Arnold Classic and hundreds of them...

Individual Needs

Westside Barbell March 24th, 2019 1 minute read

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

Everyone has their particular way of warming up for a lower body training session. At Westside we tend to stick to warm-ups which target the athlete(s)...

Straight Bar Back

Westside Barbell March 23rd, 2019 1 minute read

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

Max Effort Lower Retest1️⃣Straight Bar Box Squat 1RM-parallel box2️⃣Straight Bar Foam Box Squat 3x4-parallel box + 8" foam top-1 foot width closer (each...

Gunz

Westside Barbell March 22nd, 2019 1 minute read

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

In honor of the Arnold Classic 2019, here's a little Westside Gun show action.Sled Overhead Tricep Ext. x1/4miIncline Football Bar Skullcrusher x5, 10,...

Protocols

Westside Barbell March 21st, 2019 1 minute read

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

The Reverse Hyper is a staple at Westside and a must have for any serious strength gym. With it you can simultaneously strengthen, prehab, and rehab. The...

Big Back

Westside Barbell March 20th, 2019 1 minute read

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

Auxiliary Back Work Session:Sled Pull x1/4 mile-holding 40lb med ball high on clavicle and chinPlate Loaded Machine Seated Row 3x6(each arm)-palms facing...