Chuck T's
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
We didn't invent them, we just love themHigh top Chuck Taylors. Virtually the only shoe we use to squat and pull in. With their flat sole, one can stay...
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.
How we do Bamboo
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Bamboo Bar WorkFor the tendons, ligaments, and soft tissue of the shoulders, there is nothing better. We prefer 4-6 sets of 30-50 reps for restoration,...
Horseshoe Pump
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Tricep FinisherAscending Giant Set x2-Close grip bench x15-Lying dual db tricep extension x20-Tricep rope cable pushdown x25-Banded overhead extension...
Only 3min.
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Some of the strongest men and women in the world have been literally brought to their knees in the ATP inside 3 minutes.Conjured out of Louie's mind, the...
What it is Bro
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
We define the Conjugate System as a constant rotation of stimulus in order to avoid accommodation.We accomplish this by constantly rotating through...
Bench.
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Max Effort UpperStraight Bar Bench 1RM-bench grip-competition pause2 Board Straight Bar Bench 3xMax Reps-80% 1RM just found-2 finger widths closer (each...
2nd Serving
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Max Effort Day 2nd Session: Sled Pull x1/4mi (15% 1RM Back Squat)🔸Inverse Curl 3x10🔸Cable Low Row 3x15🔸Banded Pull Through 5x50 Simple and to the point....
One-sided
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Unilateral Work...While the classic lifts of the squat, bench, and deadlift are total body lifts, don't discount the power of unilateral work. While performing...
Low and Tight
Conjugate Method | Louie Simmons | Exercise Programming | Strength Training Methods
Lower Back TightnessOne time or another if you've been in this game, you've had lower back tightness(at times this can be a due to a locked psoas). At...