Building Optimal Back Strength
Conjugate Method | Deadlift | Exercise Programming
No matter the sport you train for, there is no doubt that having a strong back is necessary to improve strength and physical ability. The muscles of the...
Strength Training Articles
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.
WSBB Blog: Setting Yourself Up For Success
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Beginning a high-intensity training program can prove difficult for the unprepared athlete. Many people either have very little experience training at a high...
WSBB Blog: 4 Week Deadlift PR Plan - Week 1
Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods | Strength Training Program
Increasing lower body absolute strength is something the Conjugate Method does very well. Using anterior and posterior focused primary and accessory exercise...
WSBB Blog: The Emotional Mindset vs. The Competitive Mindset
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Success in athletics depends on a multitude of things. First, genetics ultimately play the most significant part in the athletic success equation. It's...
WSBB Blog: Getting The Most Out of Your Bands - Triceps
Conjugate Method | Bench | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Building a strong upper body requires focusing specifically on developing key muscle groups responsible for performing sport-specific movements. Having strong...
Conjugate for Athletes: Programming Optimization
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
It is a trap to think you can fix nonlinear problems with linear solutions. This is one of the many reasons linear periodization is a sub-par choice for...
The Path to Strength Training Enlightenment
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
At some point in life, we are all beginners. As humans, we understand that if we are to expand our knowledge and skills, we must be willing to go...
WSBB Blog: Correcting Sub-Optimal Form
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
In the past ten years, powerlifting has increased in popularity considerably, leading to new lifters, coaches, and training philosophies. As more and...
WSBB Blog: Protect Your Neck
Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Mixed Martial Arts | Strength Training Methods | Wrestling
In the modern era of sports, there has been a lot of talk about head injuries and player safety. As science and sport merge, we begin to understand that...