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Exercise Selection: Off-Season vs. Competition
The Conjugate Method allows a coach or athlete to constantly optimize the training strategy no matter the situation or time of year. When programmed correctly, the Conjugate Method...
Powerlifting Preparation: Off-Season vs. Competition
Powerlifting is a sport that tests an individual's strength using three different barbell lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. While these lifts may seem simplistic, much goes...
Introducing Plyometrics
Implementing lower body plyometrics into an athlete's training plan is one of the best ways to improve explosive power and all-around athleticism. By enhancing an athlete's power, the...
Intent and Execution
The level of success an athlete can achieve with their strength training program depends on a few factors. First, a training program must be appropriately structured; this calls...
Training Advice for a Stronger 2024
The new year and another 52 weeks of training are upon us. As an athlete, each year of training is important. Athletes only have so many years to...
Basic Conjugate Training Advice IV
In today's strength and conditioning world, more and more coaches are realizing the benefits of following a Conjugate-style training program. Formerly, many coaches used linear-based training programs to...
How to Get Stronger: A Guide to Building Raw Strength
Strength training is one of the most beneficial physical activities an athlete can engage in. Unlike other methods of exercise, such as running, cycling, or participating in organized...
Improving Hip Strength with the Belt Squat
At Westside, we are known for using many different strength training tools. Whether it is bands, chains, specialty bars, or specialty equipment, we have utilized various training tools...
What is Powerlifting? An Introduction to the World of Strength
Powerlifting is a sport that utilizes the squat, bench press, and deadlift to measure an athlete’s absolute strength and technical capabilities regarding each lift. The sport is scored...
Powerlifting Training Splits
The scheduling and organization of workouts is one of the most important aspects of any training program. Developing an effective training plan calls for a coach to understand...
Bodyweight Exercises
A bodyweight workout is an effective way to achieve meaningful training stimulus with limited to no access to conventional strength training equipment. For athletes, these workouts offer the...