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Top Glutes

Top Glutes

At Westside we routinely work the lockout of the pull. A rarely performed variation is...

Tue May 28, 2019
Remember...

Remember...

Remember:Box Height is paramount.At Westside we train to a box set to parallel or 1"...

Mon May 27, 2019
Top Miss

Top Miss

FAQs "What are your best ME variants for top miss bench?" 1) Pin Press2) Floor...

Mon May 27, 2019
No Good

No Good

"It does you no good to be proficient at the wrong exercises."-Louie SimmonsA simple example,...

Sun May 26, 2019
Retest, But When?

Retest, But When?

Never be afraid to retest a main lift or variation. This will aid in guiding...

Sat May 25, 2019
Zercher for the Win

Zercher for the Win

Max Effort Lower1️⃣Pin #3 Conventional Rack Pull 1RM2️⃣Zercher Harness Front Squat 3x4-against 80lbs band3️⃣Standing Hamstring...

Thu May 23, 2019
Whether One or Another

Whether One or Another

Remember, whether you’re squatting raw or equipped, the first move is a sitting “back” into...

Thu May 23, 2019
An Extension

An Extension

We perform back extensions in a multitude of ways, here are just a few...-bodyweight-holding med...

Wed May 22, 2019
Deadlift Push

Deadlift Push

FAQs "What can I do to increase leg drive in the deadlift (conventional or sumo)?"...

Tue May 21, 2019
Squat Retest

Squat Retest

Max Effort Lower1️⃣Straight Bar Box Squat 1RM-parallel box2️⃣ATP (belt squat) Sumo Lockout 5x10-last 6" of...

Mon May 20, 2019
Episode 38 - Tom Barry talks with UFC's Matt Brown

Episode 38 - Tom Barry talks with UFC's Matt Brown

Mon May 20, 2019
Millions

Millions

"I've seen people with million dollar bodies and 10 cent brains."-Louie SimmonsFor your body to...

Sun May 19, 2019
Holding Locked

Holding Locked

At Westside we routinely work the lockout of the pull. A rarely performed variation is...

Sat May 18, 2019
Tracking

Tracking

Track Everything.At Westside, the balance of volume is key.For Max Effort, Intensity is high, volume...

Sat May 18, 2019
Boxing

Boxing

Remember:Box Height is paramount.At Westside we train to a box set to parallel or 1"...

Fri May 17, 2019
Angles

Angles

Remember, vary the angle of the press. Hitting new and different ranges of motion on...

Fri May 17, 2019
Chuck V's Secret.

Chuck V's Secret.

We do good mornings on a regular basis. Here are some pointers of why and...

Thu May 16, 2019
Bench Lockout

Bench Lockout

One of our most frequently used variations for the bench (for those whom compete geared...

Wed May 15, 2019
Weak Bottoms

Weak Bottoms

If you are weak out of the bottom of the pull(whether sumo or conventional), try...

Wed May 15, 2019
Band v Chain

Band v Chain

FAQs "Would you guys rather use chains or bands for squats?" While both have their...

Tue May 14, 2019