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Absolute Strength vs. Relative Strength

Absolute Strength vs. Relative Strength

WSBB Education 9 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Optimal strength training calls for athletes to develop multiple types of strength simultaneously. This is what makes the Conjugate Method so effective; we...

How to Squat Correctly

How to Squat Correctly

WSBB Education 13 minute read

Exercise Programming | Squat Training | Strength Training Methods

One of the most basic and essential barbell exercises is the squat. The squat is an exercise that allows an individual to strengthen their legs, back,...

Pin Press Bench

Pin Press Bench

WSBB Education 12 minute read

Bench Press Training | Strength Training Methods | Training Methods & Techniques

The Westside Barbell Conjugate System provides a training template that allows a coach to build a complete athlete. A critical aspect of building a...

Conjugate for Strongman: Overhead Press Variations

Conjugate for Strongman: Overhead Press Variations

WSBB Education 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods | Strongman

In the sport of Strongman, the overhead press is one lift that could be considered a staple lift similar to the bench press for a powerlifter. Just as a...

Starting Conjugate: Dynamic Effort

Starting Conjugate: Dynamic Effort

Burley Hawk 4 minute read

Conjugate Method | Dynamic Effort | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

As stated before, the Conjugate Method is the most complete and efficient method to train an athlete for any sport. It's simple; instead of committing...

Conjugate Conditioning

Conjugate Conditioning

WSBB Education 4 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | General Physical Preparedness | Strength Training Methods

As you already know, the Conjugate Method can be applied to any sport and can increase an athlete's strength, speed, and durability. When many think of...

Shoulder Training for Beginners

Shoulder Training for Beginners

WSBB Education 5 minute read

Bench | Exercise Programming | strength training for beginners | Strength Training Methods

When you begin weight training, it is important to have a sensible approach that ensures proper training of the muscle groups responsible for supporting...

Modified Max Effort

Modified Max Effort

Burley Hawk 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods

Max effort training is a cornerstone of the Conjugate Method. To improve all other aspects of strength, you must first develop the most critical...

Conjugate Football: Max Effort Lower

Conjugate Football: Max Effort Lower

WSBB Education 5 minute read

Exercise Programming | Football | Strength Training for Sports | Strength Training Methods

Football is a sport that requires tremendous levels of strength, speed, endurance, and resilience to reach the highest competitive levels. It is a game known...