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.
We’ve undertaken a project to organize our 1,400+ articles — start with the curated guides belowIntroduction to Westside Barbell BJJ Strength Training Strength training is filled with opinions, theories, and recycled ideas—but what you’ll find here is different. Everything written comes from firsthand...
Max Hanson claimed his first major IBJJF title at black belt, defeating reigning champion Carlos Henrique in a strategic final at No-Gi Pans. His journey to the top...
There’s been chatter over the last two years about whether Westside Barbell should have ceased to exist after Louie Simmons passed away. Some people, pointing to Louie’s own words,...
Ally Kennedy has officially cemented her place at the top of the lacrosse world. She just led her team to victory at the inaugural Box Lacrosse World Cup,...
I recently made the trip out to Las Vegas with one focus: supporting Dante Leon as he competed in the UFC Fight Pass Invitational at the UFC’s Apex...
At Westside Barbell, we've seen our fair share of elite athletes walk through our doors. But every so often, someone comes along who truly embodies the Westside spirit...
In today's world, we're flooded with information about athletic performance. However, not all data is useful. This blog introduces an actionable way to measure athletic progress that athletes...
In our latest episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Shawn Bailey, our team physician. Dr. Bailey and his team work...
Exploring the Extremes and Scientific Standards of Human Strength Strength. We often visualize bare human strength as the burly man at the gym pumping iron or perhaps as...
When Ally Kennedy joined Westside Barbell, she already had a strong foundation from her previous training. This solid base has helped her make steady and impressive improvements over...
I've learned countless lessons over the years, but with Matt Brown announcing his retirement from MMA and transitioning to a new chapter in his life, I felt compelled...
In his rookie season, when athletes often focus just on their games, Justin Inacio, a professional lacrosse player, decided to take on an additional challenge. He increased his...
