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 | Bench | Exercise Programming | Featured | Strength Training Methods
Over the years, Westside Barbell has produced some of the strongest bench pressers in the sport of powerlifting. We have had lifters press over 600lbs raw...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods
Over the past week, I have covered the basics of max-effort training. We have discussed exercise selection and rotation and basic programming strategies...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods
If your goal is to make massive gains in absolute strength, then max effort training is your best friend. Last week we discussed the strategy employed...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods
Anyone who has correctly utilized the Conjugate Method will tell you that there is no superior method. The freedom afforded by the Conjugate Method provides...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Squat | Strength Training Methods
The use of specialty bars is nothing new. Many years ago, Louie demonstrated to the strength and conditioning world the effectiveness of specialty...
Exercise Programming | Football | Strength Training for Sports | Strength Training Methods
It's no secret that good athletes are explosive athletes. As a football coach, you want skill position players capable of reaching top running speeds...
Conjugate Method | Bench | Exercise Programming | Featured | Strength Training Methods
There's no doubt that you must develop optimal form and technique to lift the heaviest weights you can. Today, if you speak to practically any lifter, you...
Exercise Programming | Football | Strength Training for Sports | Strength Training Methods
The sport of football requires a tremendous level of athleticism to excel. Athletes must exhibit immense strength, speed, and durability to be...
Conjugate Method | Accessory Lifts | Exercise Programming
The Conjugate Method is highly effective for a few reasons; an athlete can train multiple strengths simultaneously while also providing enough accessory...
