The Beginning
‘In the beginning God only made hundos and 45s...and then other sports happened’ -Louie Simmons Really nothing more to say on this subject.
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Sumo Rack
Give this a go if this is an area you need to attack:1️⃣Pin #2 Sumo Rack Pull w/Chain 1RM2️⃣Pin #2 Sumo Rack Pull w/Chain 3x6🔸reset reps🔸using Zercher harness3️⃣ATP...
Back Day
At Westside, we train our backs in some capacity every time we step in the gym. This is because your back is the base of the bench, it...
Lb to Lb
‘Weight is weight’ -Louie SimmonsWhile many get OCD over mismatched plates, you have to remember, 50lb is 50lb. 100lb is 100lb. 200lb is 200lb.400lb is 400lb.800lb is 800lb.Etc,...
Honing In
As a coach and/or as an athlete, one is on a constant search for the ‘edge’. This can be as simple as chalk and nose tork, or as...
Honing In
As a coach and/or as an athlete, one is on a constant search for the ‘edge’. This can be as simple as chalk and nose tork, or as...
Why Mono?
Some say utilizing a monolift is cheating. Welp, this is what we say:1️⃣They encourage teamwork through j-hook release and jack operation2️⃣It allows for an increase in working weight.3️⃣As...
Veal
‘Calves are important’-Louie SimmonsYes, we do indeed have a seated calf machine. They are more crucial to balance than one might imagine with regards to the sumo deadlift...
More Ass
A weak lockout means weak glutes. Rack pulls are a staple at Westside, whether for the main movement or repetition method.Lagging at the top of your pull? Give...
Monday Special
Keep in mind, one of the best exercises one can do for overall strength is the sled pull. At Westside we rotate these as the warm-up, main lift,...
Unique Lats
The back is an unique muscle group. It must be trained from a multitude of angles to elicit its' full potential when it comes to bar control. Constantly...
Math...oy
If you want the best results, you must put forth your best effort. Omitting the math in the Westside System is a sure fire way to diminish your...