A LEGACY OF
KNOWLEDGE
& POWER
KNOWLEDGE
& POWER
the culture of westside barbell
Westside Barbell is an invitation only training laboratory where only the strongest of mind and body survive. Our goal is simple. To become the best and push every boundary known to man in doing so.
The lineage and achievements of all Westside Barbell athletes who have walked through our chalky doors is of legends. Our gym has broke over 140 world records, won olympic gold, heavyweight world championships, to name but a few of our achievements.
Our education is based on theoretical research and is backed by practical application. We only write about what works, not what might work or what doesn't work. We believe that training information should filter down from the athletes at the the top rather than spew out from the keyboard hero's at the bottom.
Often Imitated
Always Irritated
Westside Barbell is an invitation only training laboratory where only the strongest of mind and body survive. Our goal is simple. To become the best and push every boundary known to man in doing so.
The lineage and achievements of all Westside Barbell athletes who have walked through our chalky doors is of legends. Our gym has broke over 140 world records, won olympic gold, heavyweight world championships, to name but a few of our achievements.
Our education is based on theoretical research and is backed by practical application. We only write about what works, not what might work or what doesn't work. We believe that training information should filter down from the athletes at the the top rather than spew out from the keyboard hero's at the bottom.
Often Imitated
Always Irritated
defined by decades of
Hard work
Commitment
& Sacrifice
Westside Barbell
Culture
This gym is not for the timid nor is it for those seeking fame. You must earn your membership through blood, sweat and other peoples tears. Your are held accountable for every word that you say and at any time you must be willing to back it up verbally or physically.
Meet Our Staff & Coaches
The Story Of
WESTSIDE
BARBELL
Westside Barbell was created by world-renowned power lifter
Louie Simmons
Louie is one of only 5 lifters to total Elite in 5 different powerlifting weight classes. He has been a top 10 lifter for 30 years and for the last 37 years Louie Simmons has totaled Elite in various power-lifting organizations. He is one of two lifters over 50 years of age to squat 920 pounds, bench 600 pounds and dead lift 722 pounds and total 2100 pounds, and was ranked 4th nationally in 2000 in the open. Over the many years that Louie has been involved in powerlifting and special strength training, he has gained a vast amount of knowledge on how to produce strength.
Learn From Louie
Through experience and constant, relentless research, his areas of expertise are vast and include but are not limited to the list below;
- The Percent Training Method
- The Conjugate Training Method
- The Dynamic Training Method
- The Maximum Effort Method
- Lifting Technique
- Raising Work Capacity
- Rehabilitation And Restoration
- The Reactive And Contrast Methods
- Special Strength Development
Knowledge
Conjugate for Weightlifting: Basic Programming Strategy
The Conjugate Method is the most optimal strength training method because it never puts the coach or athlete in a corner they can’t escape from. If a coach or athlete knows our method well enough, there is always a path forward to continue progressing. The only limitation to this training method is the mind of the coach or athlete wielding it.
By Burley on Jan 27, 2026
Conjugate Hockey: Basic Training Template
As athletes age and improve their sport-specific skills, the level of competition eventually evens out. Meaning that all athletes at a specific level share similarities in sport-specific skills. At this point, a properly designed strength and conditioning plan must enter the equation to ensure the athlete continues to improve not only sports skills, but the physical abilities and traits that keep the athlete a step ahead of the competition.
By Burley on Jan 20, 2026
Conjugate for Athletes: How to Achieve Productive Training
Today, we continue to work with some of the best athletes in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, MMA, wrestling, and lacrosse every week. We do not rest on history alone; our goal is to carry on the legacy of proving the Conjugate Method is the most effective approach to training, no matter the sport or athlete.
By Burley on Jan 15, 2026
Starting Conjugate: Three Keys to Successful Dynamic Effort Training
The dynamic effort method is a training method utilized with the Conjugate Training System that focuses on improving an athlete’s rate of force development and work capacity. This training method calls for athletes to train with submaximal weights, aiming to execute each rep at maximal velocity. When executed correctly, dynamic effort training is incredibly effective for both strength and conventional sports athletes.
By Burley on Jan 07, 2026
Basic Conjugate Training Advice XVII
The Conjugate System is a training system capable of addressing and improving all aspects of strength and conditioning. No matter the athlete, the sport, or the situation, the Conjugate Method can be manipulated to deliver optimal stimulus and rapid results. As we often say, the Conjugate Method is limited only by the intelligence and ability of the coach wielding it.
By Burley on Dec 29, 2025
Conjugate for Athletes: Dynamic Effort Squat Training
While the focus of maximal effort training is improving peak force output, dynamic effort training seeks to reduce the time to reach it. Whether we are working with strength or conventional athletes, dynamic effort training is a critical part of the training equation. We want strong and explosive athletes, capable of rapidly generating tremendous amounts of force to move a barbell, an opponent, or themselves.
By Burley on Dec 22, 2025