The Conjugate Method by Louie Simmons, the 115-page introductory text on Westside Barbell&
Back cover of The Conjugate Method by Louie Simmons, paperback edition
The Conjugate Method by Louie Simmons, the 115-page introductory text on Westside Barbell&
Back cover of The Conjugate Method by Louie Simmons, paperback edition

The Conjugate Method — Louie Simmons

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What this book is

Louie Simmons' introduction to the Conjugate Method. The book Westside recommends new coaches and lifters read first. 70 plus pages that explain how the Conjugate System works, why Louie modified the original Soviet approach to suit American lifters, and how the same principles transfer across sports.

If the Book of Methods is the master text, this is the entry point.

Who this is for

  • Coaches and lifters new to the Conjugate Method who want a clear starting point
  • Athletes outside powerlifting curious about how Westside training applies to their sport
  • Anyone who has heard the term "Conjugate" and wants the foundational explanation in plain language
  • Coaches building a reading list for their staff

What is inside

  • Adaptation of the Conjugate Method. How Louie modified the Soviet-based system for powerlifters and athletes.
  • Targeting specific strengths. Which type of strength to train and when, so the work translates to the lift or the sport.
  • Application across sports. How the Conjugate Method shows up in football, track and field, combat sports, and raw powerlifting.

About the author

Louie Simmons founded Westside Barbell in Columbus, Ohio, and over four decades coached athletes who broke more than 100 all-time world records. He consulted for professional sports teams and worked with athletes across nearly every strength sport. The Conjugate Method is the introductory text he wrote on his system.

FAQ

Should I read this or the Book of Methods first?

This one. The Conjugate Method is the introduction; the Book of Methods is the deeper reference. Most readers benefit from reading them in that order.

What is the difference between this book and the Book of Methods?

The Conjugate Method is 70+ pages and introduces the system. The Book of Methods is 319 full-color pages and covers the system in depth, with extensive material on technique, programming, and recovery for the squat, bench, and deadlift.

Is this only for powerlifters?

No. The book explicitly covers application across football, track and field, combat sports, and raw powerlifting. Conjugate is a method, not a sport-specific program.

Is there an e-book version?

Yes. The Conjugate Method is also available as a downloadable e-book.

Will this teach me how to write a Westside-style program?

It teaches the principles. Translating those principles into a written program is what the Conjugate Coach Pathway courses are built for, especially Level 3 (the Conjugate Method Certificate Course).

What other Westside titles should I read after this one?

The Book of Methods is the natural next step. Coaches working with athletes outside powerlifting often go to Special Strength Development for All Sports next.
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Louie’s “Bible of power lifting”, was a gift to a young power lifter. The best advice a young man, who is fully committed to the discipline.

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Your gonna have to read this one twice to get everything (it’s a bit disjointed) but the knowledge inside is full worth the price of admission.

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I’m a strength coach and I ordered these books on the basis that I wanted to attain more knowledge regarding different types of training. These books are amazing especially the Book of Methods with its mix of knowledge and stories about the legends of Westside Barbell.

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I’m all about you guys. What Louie created. Your educational material has helped me to understand the conjugate and begin to see real strength. Thank you

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