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 | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
I'm not here to write a remembrance piece or publicly post an emotional tribute. Louie would kick my ass if I even considered it. He hated such things,...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods
Previously, we discussed the importance of max-effort training and how training in high-intensity ranges triggers greater motor unit activation. Training in...
Exercise Programming | Lower Body | Max Effort | Strength Training for Sports | Strength Training Methods
The Conjugate Method is well known for its effectiveness when used to train powerlifters; however, athletes have as much to gain if not more when...
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
The hips may be the most overlooked muscle group for improving sports performance. At Westside, we say the key to strength and speed is from the top of...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Max Effort | Strength Training Methods
No matter your athletic goals, becoming as strong as possible will always be advantageous. However, if you are a raw powerlifter, becoming as strong as...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Squat | Strength Training Methods
The box squat is an effective exercise variation of the conventional squat and is an especially useful tool in training multiple types of special...
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Hamstrings | Injury | Strength Training Methods
There are far too many hamstring injuries that lead to knee injuries that could cause the season to end for the athlete and sometimes the team’s season....
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Strength training is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your body. For an athlete, an adequately written training program provides you with the...
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Isometric training is an almost forgotten method of strength training. However, according to notable strength experts from the former Soviet Union, it can be...
