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 belowWhy Strength is the Foundation of Grappling Success In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, technique is king—but only when strength is equal. When two athletes have similar technical proficiency, the stronger,...
Introduction 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...
The different grappling sports all have a few things in common; you need to be skilled, strong, tough and possess a high level of endurance. You must do...
No matter the sport, any athlete will benefit from increased aerobic capacity. In sports like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Wrestling, athletes must focus on developing and maintaining a high...
