Intro / Weekly Recap

It’s business as usual here at Westside: We’re in the midst of a new dynamic effort wave, dialing in the speed strength side of our program. Some athletes are gearing up for upcoming matches and fights, others are busy with their in-season schedules, and a few are in the off-season refining the basics. Wherever they stand in the yearly cycle, everyone is laser-focused on being ready when the next big opportunity knocks.

-Tom

Athlete Updates & Highlights

Dante Leon Title Fight: On May 2 on Amazon Prime, Dante Leon will challenge Tye Ruotolo for the ONE Welterweight Submission Grappling World Title at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. It’s their third showdown (they’re 1–1 so far), so expect a technical clash to settle the score once and for all.

Justin Inacio’s Standout Season: Justin continues to lead the league in faceoffs, proving that explosive power and precise fundamentals pay off. His success underscores how consistent skill work paired with targeted strength training can dominate any stat sheet.

Joshua “Flyin Hawaiian” Perriera Joins ONE FC: Joshua is set to make his promotional debut in March, bringing Westside grit to one of the biggest stages in combat sports. Keep an eye on how his Conjugate-based routine translates under the bright lights of a major promotion.

Lance Palmer Signs With Global Fight League (GFL): Lance steps into a league that shares 50% of event revenue with athletes and prioritizes health, wellness, and retirement benefits. We’re excited to see how he applies Westside principles in an organization that truly values longevity.

Myles Robinson & Josiah Harrell: Both Myles and Josiah are gearing up for fights in March and April. They’re honing their dynamic efforts and accessory work to ensure every rep contributes to peak performance.

Best Gym Lifts: This week’s max effort sessions included deadlifts from Pin 3 against mini bands and bench presses with two sets of chains—ideal for building stability and lockout strength. The highlight came from Josiah Harrell, who tore two calluses at 405 lb yet pushed through to deadlift 495 lb for a new PR—ouch.

New Content Showcase

New YouTube Video – Driven by Westside: Ally Kennedy
Ally Kennedy returns to discuss her best professional lacrosse season yet, winning gold at the first-ever Box Lacrosse World Championship, and how training at Westside has transformed her game. She also shares insights on balancing pro-level play with coaching at Ohio State, the importance of team culture, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

Topics Covered:

• Ally’s standout pro season and top-player ranking
• Winning gold for Team USA & proving doubters wrong
• How Westside Barbell training gave her an edge
• Balancing pro lacrosse & coaching responsibilities
• Mental and physical demands of elite competition
• Strength, endurance, and mindset as game-changers

Blog Posts:

Tom’s Take: The Maximal Effort Method for Jiu-Jitsu: Science, Strength, and Domination - Read Here

"In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, technique is king—but only when strength is equal. When two athletes have similar technical proficiency, the stronger, more explosive, and more conditioned fighter wins. Strength isn’t just..."

Burley’s Advice: Basic Conjugate Training Tips - Read Here

" Training competitive athletes requires a methodology that addresses all aspects of athletic performance. The athlete's chosen training method will ultimately set the course for their athletic success. No matter how genetically gifted an athlete may be..."

Louie Simmon's Corner (Legacy Spotlight)

Louie often emphasized training at around 90% of your best—not constantly chasing PRs, but rather building a strong, consistent foundation of top-level effort. This week, we’ve realigned our approach to ensure both our training values and each athlete’s mindset reflect Louie’s vision of “being trainable.”

Check out the video below for a deeper look at that philosophy. It was a complete game-changer in how we design programs, especially for athletes who compete year-round or are simply waiting for their chance to shine.

Stay tuned for more weekly highlights, new content, and Louie-inspired insights to keep you ahead of the game. If you have questions or requests for future topics, drop us a line—Westside is always ready to help you do what others won’t.