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: Volume, Intensity, and The Conjugate Method

WSBB Education September 17th, 2021 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Tags: Max Effort, Conjugate System, Deadlift The proper balancing of volume and intensity is important for any training method, especially the Conjugate...

WSBB Blog: Strong Theory, Weak Application

WSBB Education September 13th, 2021 4 minute read

Conjugate Method | Coaching | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Tags: History, Conjugate Method, Squat

WSBB Blog: In Season Conjugate Training for Football

WSBB Education September 10th, 2021 6 minute read

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

Tags: GPP, Grip, Deadlift

WSBB Blog: Guide to the Westside Light, Average, and Strong Bands

WSBB Education September 7th, 2021 5 minute read

Conjugate Method | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods

Tags: Speed-strength, Hamstrings, TricepsWhen you are on the path to becoming as physically strong as you possibly can, you must begin to introduce new...