A resource for serious lifters and athletes seeking proven strength training methods. The Westside Barbell blog breaks down programming, exercise selection, recovery, and performance strategies built on decades of elite coaching experience of founder Louie Simmons and his dedicated team.
Conjugate Method | Max Effort | Strongman
The development of a strong overhead press is essential for any strongman competitor. Much like the bench press in powerlifting, the overhead press tests...
Conjugate Method | Dynamic Effort Training
This week's workout walkthrough will be a combined dynamic effort day. As the name implies, combined dynamic effort is a Conjugate Method training...
Conjugate Method | Recovery
Proper management of training fatigue may be the most important aspect of strength training. While many focus on exercise selection, sets, repetitions, and...
Conjugate Method | Max Effort | Upper Body
I am now back at Westside Barbell training full-time and wanted to use this opportunity to provide more insight into how we train at the gym. These...
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Max Hanson claimed his first major IBJJF title at black belt, defeating reigning champion Carlos Henrique in a strategic final at No-Gi Pans. His journey...
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...
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Neen Williams at Westside Barbell, and let me tell you—this guy still skateboards at a pro level while running a...
Conjugate Method | Quadriceps | Training Methods & Techniques
As anyone who truly understands the Conjugate Method knows, it never fails to improve an athlete's strength and conditioning. In my opinion, the...
There’s been chatter over the last two years about whether Westside Barbell should have ceased to exist after Louie Simmons passed away. Some people,...
