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...
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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...
Starting Conjugate: Training Advice III
The Conjugate Method can be complex for the uninitiated coach or athlete. Unlike phase training, where training blocks are dedicated to the development of one single strength or...
Absolute Strength vs. Relative Strength
Optimal strength training calls for athletes to develop multiple types of strength simultaneously. This is what makes the Conjugate Method so effective; we can adequately train all strength...
How to Squat Correctly
One of the most basic and essential barbell exercises is the squat. The squat is an exercise that allows an individual to strengthen their legs, back, and trunk...
Pin Press Bench
The Westside Barbell Conjugate System provides a training template that allows a coach to build a complete athlete. A critical aspect of building a complete athlete is developing...
Conjugate for Strongman: Overhead Press Variations
In the sport of Strongman, the overhead press is one lift that could be considered a staple lift similar to the bench press for a powerlifter. Just as...
Starting Conjugate: Dynamic Effort
As stated before, the Conjugate Method is the most complete and efficient method to train an athlete for any sport. It's simple; instead of committing large blocks of...
Conjugate Conditioning
As you already know, the Conjugate Method can be applied to any sport and can increase an athlete's strength, speed, and durability. When many think of Westside Barbell...
Shoulder Training for Beginners
When you begin weight training, it is important to have a sensible approach that ensures proper training of the muscle groups responsible for supporting the large joints of...
Modified Max Effort
Max effort training is a cornerstone of the Conjugate Method. To improve all other aspects of strength, you must first develop the most critical strength; your absolute strength....