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Hanson & Leon’s Road to Strength and Success

Hanson & Leon’s Road to Strength and Success

Max Hanson claimed his first major IBJJF title at black belt, defeating reigning champion Carlos...

Mon Nov 04, 2024
Dante Leon: Forging a Champion at Westside Barbell

Dante Leon: Forging a Champion at Westside Barbell

At Westside Barbell, we've seen our fair share of elite athletes walk through our doors....

Wed Aug 14, 2024
Enhancing Athletic Performance: How Dante Leon Optimized His Grappling Skills with Strength and Conditioning

Enhancing Athletic Performance: How Dante Leon Optimized His Grappling Skills with Strength and Conditioning

Success in professional grappling demands a combination of skill, strategy, and athleticism. As a highly...

Fri Apr 07, 2023
Absolute Strength for Grapplers

Absolute Strength for Grapplers

One important attribute in all sports, especially grappling sports, is absolute strength. Absolute strength represents the maximal amount of force an athlete can produce. Gains in absolute strength for a grappler lead to stronger takedowns, better sprawls, improved control, and the ability to use strength to force submissions when technique fails.

Tue Oct 11, 2022