Westside Barbell: The Conjugate Method Podcast
Westside Barbell: The Conjugate Method Podcast comes directly from Westside Barbell, the gym where the Conjugate Method was developed. Host Mac McFarland talks with coaches, athletes, and specialists who use conjugate training to build strength and speed in sports such as the NFL, UFC, grappling, track, and wrestling. Head Coach Tom Barry, chosen by Louie Simmons to carry the method forward, answers training questions and discusses gym topics. Episodes cover max effort, dynamic effort, special exercises, and the reasoning behind them. The show is aimed at coaches and athletes who want to understand why the Conjugate Method works.
Episodes
Ally Kennedy: How the Fastest Player in Lacrosse Trains
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Ally Kennedy is the fastest player in women's lacrosse and the 2026 World Championship MVP. She breaks down the training behind 19.3 mph and what most lacrosse players get wrong about lifting.
Ally Kennedy sits down with Mac McFarland at Westside Barbell after a summer that included a
Conjugate Method: Earning the Right to Interpret It
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Mac McFarland sits down with Tom Barry, whom Louie Simmons entrusted to carry Westside Barbell forward, to discuss the line between real adaptation and borrowed vocabulary. Tom covers why definitions matter, what max effort and dynamic effort actually mean, and the questions he asks a coach
Dante Leon on Becoming the #1 Pound-for-Pound Grappler
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Dante Leon, the world's #1 pound-for-pound grappler, breaks down what it actually takes to be a professional jiu-jitsu athlete. He sits down with Mac McFarland on the Westside Barbell Podcast to talk ADCC preparation, training under strength coach Tom at Westside, and what separates a real p
Conjugate Method for Functional Fitness and Crossfit
Westside Barbell's functional fitness lead coach Zach Filer joins Mac McFarland to talk Conjugate Method for functional fitness and CrossFit.
Zach spent 17 years running a CrossFit affiliate, taught kettlebell sport with Jeff Martone at CrossFit Kettlebell, and joined Conjugate Tactical with Jason Gusic before Tom brought him on to lead functional fitness for Westside. He explains how he runs the
Introducing the Dynamic Effort Method for Beginners with Burley Haw
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In this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, host Mac McFarland sits down with Burley Hawk to break down his recent article on introducing the dynamic effort method for beginners.
Burley explains what the dynamic effort method is, why it's essential for improving rate of force development, and how to properly implement it with athletes who are new
Passing the Torch: The Next Chapter of the Westside Barbell Podcast
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In this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, Tom Barry steps into the guest seat as he officially passes the podcast over to the new host Mac McFarland.
Tom looks back at how the podcast started with Louie Simmons, why it became an important way to share Louie’s knowledge with people around the world, and some of the lessons and memor
Joe Kenn: There Are No Absolutes in Strength Training (Full Episode)
Joe "Big House" Kenn coached strength in the NFL for nearly a decade. He sits down with Tom Barry for four decades of lessons.
From a guard at Wake Forest to leading strength programs at Boise State, Utah, Arizona State, and Louisville, Joe Kenn has built one of the most decorated coaching careers in the NSCA. He created the Tier System, served as head strength and conditioning coach for the Carol
When Culture Becomes a Trap | Westside Barbell Podcast
In this episode of the Westside Barbell podcast, hosts Tom Barry and Burley Hawk discuss the importance of transitioning from hard work to smart training methods for athletes. They explore the differences between athletes with seasonal structures and those without, emphasizing the need for tailored training approaches. The conversation also delves into understanding athlete personalities, particul
Why You Should MAX OUT Every Week (Without Getting Injured) - Westside Barbell Podcast
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In today’s episode of the podcast, Tom and Burley answer your questions on various aspects of strength training. Topics discussed include dynamic effort training, max effort training frequency, the importance of strength in grappling, and the common misconceptions surrounding the conjugate meth
Unpacking the Conjugate Method A Q&A with Tom Barry and Burley Hawk
In today’s episode of the podcast, Tom and Burley answer your questions on various aspects of strength training. Topics discussed include dynamic effort training, max effort training frequency, the importance of strength in grappling, and the common misconceptions surrounding the conjugate method.
00:00 Intro
00:29 Dynamic Effort For Raw Lifters
02:04 What Does A Training Week Look Like
03:04 Pos
Introduction To The Bench Press: Techniques and Methods
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Tom & Burley delve into the intricacies of bench pressing, focusing on the methods employed at Westside Barbell. It covers the max effort, dynamic effort, and repeated effort training methods, emphasizing the importance of technique, safety, and the role of various training parameters. The hosts also address common q
Mastering the Dynamic Effort Method
In this episode of the Westside Barbell podcast, the Tom & Burley delve into the complexities of the Dynamic Effort Method, discussing its purpose, execution, and the importance of rate of force development. They explore the three-week wave format, emphasizing the need for proper technique and execution to ensure safety and effectiveness. The conversation also covers the role of accommodating resi
Conjugate Method for Combat Athletes: The Westside Barbell Way
In the debut episode of the Westside Barbell Combat Sports Strength & Conditioning Podcast, hosts Tom Barry and Burley Hawk introduce listeners to the world of strength training tailored for combat athletes, including competitive Jiu-Jitsu athletes, Wrestlers, and MMA fighters. They discuss the influential legacy of Westside Barbell founder Louie Simmons, who revolutionized modern strength trainin
Ask Westside #1: The Max Effort Method
In this power-packed episode, we dive deep into the Max Effort Method—not just the “what,” but the “how” and “why” behind one of the most effective tools in strength programming. Whether you're a coach programming for athletes, a gym owner refining your training cycles, or a lifter pushing for consistent PRs, this conversation breaks down the nuance.
We cover:
What an optimal warm-up should look l
How Westside Barbell Builds Brutal Strength with The Maximal Effort Method
Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they explore the mindset, culture, and methods behind Westside’s Maximal Effort training. From Louie Simmons’ legendary principles to the chaos of group training that runs like a machine, this episode covers everything from exercise selection to the art of coaching and self-assessment. Learn why brutally strong athletes are built with smart intensity—not reckless
The Conjugate Method for High School Football Strength, Speed, and Durability
In this episode, we dive into why the Conjugate Method, pioneered and popularized by Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell, is particularly effective for high school football athletes. We explore the crucial role of strength training in enhancing football performance, discussing how absolute strength, explosive power, speed, and durability directly impact success on the field.
You'll learn the essent
Unracked Webinar: The Conjugate Method with Tom Barry
Today's episode is the Unracked: Mastering the Conjugate Method webinar Tom did with BridgeAthletic
"UNRACKED is a live event series from BridgeAthletic where top coaches break down the training systems, methods, and philosophies that drive elite performance.
In this session, Tom Barry, CEO of Westside Barbell and one of Louie Simmons’ handpicked successors, offers a focused walkthrough of the Con
Dynamic Effort Combined Training at Westside Barbell – How to Build Speed & Power
In this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, Tom Barry and Burley Hawk break down Dynamic Effort Training, its role in building explosive strength, and how Westside has adapted it for powerlifters, MMA fighters, and Jiu-Jitsu athletes.
Topics Covered:
What is Dynamic Effort Training & how does it work?
How to apply the three-week wave system for speed & power
Why powerlifters, MMA fighters, an
Driven by Westside: Anthony Schlegel
In this episode of Driven by Westside, join Tom Barry of Westside Barbell as he picks up former Ohio State linebacker, NFL athlete and renowned strength coach Anthony Schlegel for an in-depth, on-the-road conversation about all things training. From their days under legendary coaches like Louie Simmons, Jim Tressel, and Urban Meyer to the gritty environments of Metroflex Gym and Westside Barbell,
Strength Training and Athletic Performance, How Training Intent Impacts Performance
On today's episode, using a recent training example in the gym, Tom & Burley discuss utilizing the conjugate method for strength training and how it impact's athlete's performance. They reinforce how important consistency is over PR's for an athlete and how vital training intent is.
Key Topics:
The Importance of Max Effort Training
Balancing Volume, Dynamic Effort, and Recovery
Athlete Mindset & P
Westside Barbell 2025
Welcome to the first episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast for 2025. Tom & Burley recap the last 2 years at Westside. They discuss Louie's passing, his plans for the future of Westside, and his ongoing legacy. They also go over the current training approach at Westside and Westside's plan for 2025
Key Topics:
Legacy of Louie Simmons & Westside Culture
Current Approach to Training
Looking Ahead t
From Five to 500: A Journey of Recovery and Strength with Tommy Richardson
In this episode, we're joined by Tommy Richardson, a former USMC Infantryman and Navy SEAL with a combined 26 years of service. Tommy is a Guest Contributing Writer at Westside and is passionate about shedding light on Louie Simmons' methods for both those active in the U.S. military and those seeking enlistment. Tommy is also the CEO of Divine Savagery, consulting firm that trains the characteris
Unlocking Peak Performance: How Applied Behavior Analysis Transforms Athletes with Sarah Welsh
In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Welsh, an expert in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to explore how ABA is applied to enhance performance in professional athletes. We begin by discussing Sarah’s background, including her inspiration for getting into the field, and break down ABA into simple, digestible terms for our listeners.
From there, we dive into a real-world case study of a profession
Westside Recap: Inside ADCC 2024, Athlete Updates, UFC PI Tour #84
Westside Recap: Inside ADCC 2024, Athlete Highlights, UFC PI Tour & More
Today's episode is a solo cast with Tom, where he recaps the last 3 months at Westside. Firstly, he recaps the ADCC Las Vegas event, covering performances of Dante, Max, and Lawson. He also dives into how Westside’s dynamic training systems are pushing athletes to new heights. Tom covers Ally Kennedy's Lacrosse Season, and ho
Mastering Strength and Strategy: Dante Leon’s ADCC Prep #83
Join Tom Barry in this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast featuring elite grappler Dante Leon. Dive deep into Dante's journey as he prepares for the prestigious Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) Championship.
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Discover how Dante balances his rigorous training regimen with competition strategy, his insights on selecting the right competitions, and the unique challenges he faces
The Journey and Strength Training of "The Immortal' Matt Brown #82
Join Tom Barry in this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast featuring "The Immortal" Matt Brown. Deep dive into Matt's journey as he shares his experiences transitioning from a professional fighter to a dedicated coach and family man.
Discover how he navigates his post-retirement life, his insights on training and injury prevention, and his unique challenges throughout his fighting career. Matt
Women's Pro Lacrosse Strength Training : Ally Kennedy #81
Join Tom Barry as he chats with Ally Kennedy, Pro Lacrosse Player and Westside Barbell Athlete. Learn about how she started lacrosse, what brought her to Westside, and the impact training at Westside has on her performance as an athlete
Ally Kennedy is not only a top-tier professional lacrosse player but also an assistant coach for the Ohio State women’s lacrosse program, where she coaches the Buc
Training for Professional MMA: Myles Robinson #80
Join Tom Barry as he chats with Myles Robinson, Pro MMA fighter and Westside Barbell Athlete. Learn about his beginning in MMA, his start at Westside Barbell, and the trials & challenges he has overcome throughout his career
Key Highlights:
Myles Robinson's background and his training at Westside Barbell
Insights into training for Professional MMA
The development of MMA training at Westside Barbel
How to Optimize Athlete Health: Doctor Shawn Bailey #79
Join Tom Barry as he chats with Dr. Shawn Bailey, the dedicated team physician at Westside Barbell and head of The Armory in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Bailey's primary care, physical therapy, and sports science expertise is crucial in optimizing athlete health and performance. Discover his journey, approach to sports medicine, and collaborative efforts with Westside Barbell.
Key Highlights:
Dr. Bailey’s
How to Get Started with Conjugate Training - #78
Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they break down the fundamentals of the Conjugate System and guide you in incorporating it into your training. Addressing common questions, they discuss when to start, appropriate warm-ups, exercise selection, and more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your strength and conditioning jour
Should Athletes Train Conjugate #77
Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they delve into the versatility of the Conjugate System, exploring how it can be tailored to different sports, including golf. They discuss PGA-level golfers' unique challenges and the importance of specific training methods to enhance performance and coordination. This episode provides valuable insights into adapting the Conjugate System for various athletic need
MMA Strength & Conditioning: Lance Palmer #76
In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional MMA fighter Lance Palmer about the importance of balancing conditioning and strength training, especially for athletes preparing for competition.
They delve into how training adaptations evolve with age and the significant impact on joints and overall strength. The conversation highlights the philosophy of completing hard work before training camp
Skateboarding and Strength: Neen Williams #75
In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional skateboarder and fitness coach Neen Williams. They discuss how Neen balances his passion for skateboarding with the work it entails, sharing insights on setting and achieving new personal records (PRs) in training. Neen emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and staying motivated personally and professionally. Engage with Neen as he shar
Strongman at Westside, MMA Coaching, Onnit - Craig Bongelli - WSBB#74
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Craig Bongelli is a former professional strongman and is a highly experienced strength coach who has worked with athletes in mu
Westside Style MMA Training, Muay Thai Champion, Double Knockout - WSBB #73 - Dorian Price
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Dorian Price is is a highly accomplished Muay Thai fighter and Coach. He fought in the legendary Lumpinee Arena, is a UFC Veter
Beginner’s Guide To Conjugate: The Maximal Effort Method
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Welcome to our new series "Beginner's Guide To Conjugate", where we'll go through each facet of the Conjugate System, educatin
Internship at Westside Barbell, Learning From Louie, Integrity - WSBB #72 - Jordan Syatt
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Jordan Syatt is a renowned health and fitness coach and is a record setting, world class powerlifter. Jordan Syatt started hi
Beginner’s Guide To Conjugate - Introduction
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Welcome to our new series "Beginner's Guide To Conjugate", where we'll go through each facet of the Conjugate System, educatin
Working with MMA Athletes, Stipe Miocic, being a Performance Coach and more.. -WSBB#71-Bobby Kaleal
Bobby Kaleal is an award-winning performance coach, entrepreneur, inventor, and keynote speaker who specializes in extracting greatness out of individuals, teams, and organizations.
Drawing from his philosophy of Recognition, Educating, and Consistency (REC), Bobby helps individuals and companies reach their peak potential regardless of the situation. He has presented to hundreds of small and larg
Professional Grappling, Pioneering Strength Training in BJJ, The Illusion of going ”All Out”-WSBB#70
Dante Leon is an accomplished Canadian grappler as well as a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Leon is widely recognized as one of the most talented athletes of his generation, a reputation earned while competing in the lower belt divisions of BJJ when he earned titles at important tournaments in the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) circuit, a level of success he was able to
Conjugate for Tactical Training, Training Different Demographics & More, - Jason ”Gus” Gusic - WSBB#69
The concept of Conjugate Tactical predates our official launch in 2018 back nearly 10 years. Serving in a number of roles at Westside Barbell for nearly a decade, Conjugate Tactical’s founder “Gus” began to apply his knowledge of and application of the Westside Methods to address the increasing demands of the military personnel and first responders relying on the proven Westside Barbell Methods af
Utilizing The Conjugate Method, Dedication To Athletes And More... - WSBB#68 -Brian Bott
Brian Bott is the owner and day to day operational Manager of Sports AdvantEdge and Edge Baseball. He has been a performance coach for over 20 years. He has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science from the University of North Dakota and is C.S.C.S. Certified. As an athlete Brian was a 4 year starter on the UW Oshkosh baseball team from 1993-1996- In that time the teams he played on won 1 National Cha
Patience - Gary Benford - WSBB 67
Gary Benford is world record holding powerlifter and loyal member of the Westside Barbell Alumni. He starting training with Louie back in 590 Larcomb in the Late 70's and still competes to this day. Since the age of 50, Benford has broken 27 world records in the bench press, competing in five different powerlifting federations, in the age categories of 50-54. 55-59 and 60-64 in the 198-pound bod
”Adapt On The Fly” - Dustin Brancheau - WSBB#66
Dustin is the Owner/Special Strengths Coach of Advantedge Sports Marquette, MI. Dustin is well experienced and highly qualified coach, most notably completing a B.S. in Physical Education & Coaching from Northern Michigan University and the Westside Barbell Special Strengths Coach Certificate. Dustin has a diverse range of experience training athletes from multiple sports and levels within those
”At Least 3” - Gerry 0 - WSBB#65
On today's podcast we have the man, the myth, the legend that is Gerry O. A true Westsider, he is known loyal training partner and equally powerful motivator, throughout his tenure at Westside, he introduced a cast of characters and lifters to the gym, including an infamous one known as "The Ninja". Tom and Gerry talk about his time in the club, his relationship with Louie and the history he witne
Training Always Evolves - George Halbert & Tony Ramos - WSBB#65
On today's podcast we have George Halbert and Tony Ramos.
George Halbert is the most decorated bencher in Westside History, breaking 11 All-Time World records over 3 weight classes during his tenure at the gym. Known for his innovative training style and constant pursuit more effective training, his work with Louie hugely contributed to the development of the Westside Method.
Tony Ramos is a pro
Q’n’A with Louie Simmons - WSBB #64
There is a special format for today's episode. The production team here at Westside, while working on upcoming projects, recovered unaired Q'n'A files with Louie. In this episode, we have content from Louie covering a diverse range of topics in is unique and informative style.
00:00 INTRO
00:58 IMPROVING THE START OF THE DEADLIFT
03:56 NECK TRAINING
08:14 WHEN TO ADD BRIEFS
09:06 HOW TO VARY SPEED
”God Damn Chicken Hawk” - Chicken Hawk - WSBB #63
Today's guest on the podcast is Chicken Hawk, another valued member of Westside History. We go through CH's start at Westside in late 90's, the training crewe at the Time and mainy stories from his tenure at Westside
00:00 INTRO
00:28 CH MEETING LOUIE, BEGINNING AT WESTSIDE
04:16 ORIGINS OF "CHICKEN HAWK"
06:48 CHARACTERS IN THE GYM
09:14 EXPERIMENTING WITH BANDS AND CHAINS
11:16 CHICKEN HAWK STOR
Functional Range Conditioning - DR. ANDREO A. SPINA & John Quint - WSBB #62
Dr. Andreo A.Spina holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from McMaster University. He later graduated with summa cum laude and clinic honors from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College as a Doctor of Chiropractic. He then completed a two-year post-graduate fellowship in Sports Sciences. He is the creator of the Functional Range Release (FR)® soft tissue management system, the Functional Rang
Return Of The Newark Boys - Josh Gutridge, Joe Bayless, Tim Harold & Zach Cole - WSBB#61
On today's episode of the podcast we catch up with the Newark Boys. All highly accomplished lifters and loyal members of Westside. They discuss going to Westside, training with Louie and the crew, competing and much more.
00:00 - INTRO
00:24 - STARTING AT WESTSIDE
18:02 - NEWARK AT WESTSIDE
27:03 - COE, GRITTER & THE NIGHT CREW
38:32 - PROUD MOMENTS
39:52 - LOU & WESTSIDE STORIES
48:59 - CONCLUDIN
Always Analyze, Never Criticize - Gary Sanger - WSBB#60
Gary Sanger is an integral member of Westside History and began training under Louie back at the Garage of 590 Larcomb in the late 70's. He's a highly accomplished powerlifter and has made many great achievements in his tenure in the sport. Gary helped Louie lay the foundations of the Conjugate System, both constantly analysing their training and results that came with it.
00:00 Intro
00:23 Gary's
Q’n’A with Laura Phelps - WSBB#59
Laura Phelps-Stackhouse currently holds 5 all-time world records, has the #1 total, by formula, across all weight classes, and is the first female to total 11x Bodyweight. Laura is an accomplished coach, actively training lifters through Queen Bee Power.
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00:00 INTRO
01:39 ORGANIZING MEETS
12:42 COACHING GPP
34:31 THE SQUAT
39:40 USING BANDS IN TRAINING
43:45 BACK TO
It’s a Marathon, not a Sprint - Jason Coker - WSBB #58
Jason Coker is a professional powerlifter and coach, whom during his tenure at Westside Barbell broke multiple world records. Outside of lifting, he is well known for being brutally honest, incredibly loyal and one of the most entertaining and genuine characters to come through Westside in the last 10 years
00:00 INTRO
00:18 WHEN DID JASON START POWERLIFTING
03:41 WHEN DID JASON START LIFTING EQUI
The Newark Boys - Josh Gutridge & Joe Bayless - WSBB #57
Josh Gutridge & Joe Bayless, aka "The Newark Boys", began training at Westside Barbell in the late 90's back when the gym was located on Demorest Rd. They have been important members of westside history and the development of the Conjugate method.
00:00 INTRO
01:22 JOSH'S START AT WESTSIDE
04:13 JOE'S START AT WESTSIDE
08:52 JOSH'S FIRST PUSH PULL
11:39 JOE'S FIRST MEET AT WESTSIDE
20:03 WHAT CREW
Westside Barbell Podcast #56 - Bill Whittaker & Jim Seitzer
Bill and Jim were a part of the original crew that trained under the guidance of Louie.
Bill was Louie's first training partner back in the when Louie trained in his basement.
Jim is also the Founder of Bandbell, a company that specializes in O.K.E. training equipment such as the Earthquake and Rhinoflex series of bars.
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00:00 INTRO
00:20 HOW BILL
Westside Barbell Podcast #55 - Combat Sports Q’n’A
In this episode, Tom and Loper sit down to answer your questions on training for Combat Sports
Timesstamps
00:00 intro
00:27 In-season Wrestling Training
01:53 Ab Movemnt for MMA
03:30 Day 3 for a Condensed Conjugate Progam
04:17 Does Dana Know?
05:07 What type of Strengths to address and when?
07:20 How ot increase explosiveness
08:20 Whay are MMA workouts so damn long?
10:24 Weighted Carries
12:
Westside Barbell Podcast #54 - Laura Phelps & Tony Ramos
Laura Phelps-Stackhouse currently holds 5 all-time world records, has the #1 total, by formula, across all weight classes, and is the first female to total 11x Bodyweight. She is a shining example of Westside and it's legacy. Aside from achieving G.O.A.T. status, Laura is an accomplished coach, actively training lifters through Queen Bee Power.
Tony Ramos is a professional powerlifter and loyal me
Westside Barbell Podcast #53 - Chuck, Markus, Dom and Tom
This is special episode of the podcast as it's the first podcast recorded inside the gym of Westside Barbell. The guests for today's podcast couldn't be more appropriate for this occasion:
Chuck Vogelpohl: Other than Louie himself, Chuck V is probably the most associated name with Westside Barbell. A living legend of Westside history, as well as setting world records, Chuck is the embodiment of bo
Westside Barbell Podcast #52 Q&A with Tom and Loper
In this episode of the podcast, Tom and Loper go over your questions submitted from Instagram
Some of the topics covered include:
- Westside and The Future
- Training and Programming
- Louie and Westside
00:00 Intro
01:30 Warm Ups
03:35 Speed Bench without bands or chains
06:55 Programming Jumps
10:05 Who's in Charge?
11:28 Louie's way of teaching
17:21 Originally, where was Westside Barbell?
23:2
Westside Barbell Podcast #51 - Coe & Gritter, The Night Crew
Bob Coe and Jeff "Gritter" Adams ran the Night Crew at Westside for many years. Coe initially came to Westside in 1979, alongside Matt Dimmel while Gritter started in 1994. after being invited to train there by Louie. Their development of Night Crew and the resulting achievements became an integral part to the legacy of Westside Barbell and Louie's training methodologies.
Topics Covered include:
Westside Barbell Podcast #50 - Jim Seizter, The First Member
Jim Seitzer has an elite total of 1824.3 and is a former Mr. USA. Jim was a founding member of Westside Barbell, training under Louie back in the Basement Days through various inceptions of Westside. He is also the Founder of Bandbell (https://www.bandbell.com/), a company that specializes in O.K.E. training equipment such as the Earthquake and Rhinoflex series of bars
Topics covered include:
- Me
Westside Barbell Podcast #49 - The Deadlift
Louie and Tom answer your questions on the deadlift in this episode. Regarded as the king of all lifts, the deadlift is an essential exercise. Topics Covered include:
-Speed Work
-Essential Muscle Groups
-Common Weaknesses Deadlifting
00:00 Intro
00:09 LOUIE WANTS YOU
01:10 Podcast Start
01:22 The Importance of developing the back, glutes and hamstrings
04:50 What Louie Learned about the Deadlift
Westside Barbell Podcast #48 - Jud Logan, Box Jumps and Explosive Power
Jud Logan (July 19, 1959 – January 3, 2022) was a hammer thrower, highly decorated athlete and a 4 time Olympian. He competed in the 1984, 1988, 1992 and the 2000 Olympic Games. In 1987 he won gold in the Pan American Games. In the 1980's, as his strength began to stagnate, his East German friends advised him to push his box jumps. As his improved his box jumps, his throws began increasing. Box ju
Westside Barbell Podcast #47 - Olympic Weightlifting
Louie and Tom discuss the USA weightlifting team's performance at the 2020 Olympics. Louie outlines the challenges facing American weightlifting and what needs to change in regards to the training and development of athletes in order to overcome these obstacles.
Some of the topics discussed are:
Future of USA Weightlifting
What makes China so strong?
Powerlifting for Weightlifting
Weightlifting fo
Westside Barbell Podcast #46 - The Origins of The Conjugate Method and Westside Barbell
In this podcast, Louie Simmons and Tom Barry discuss the original Westside Barbell from Culver city, where you got the conjugate method from, and modern-day Westside barbell.
Some of the topics discussed are:
Culver City Westside Barbell members
Louie's competitive days
Why did Louie open a gym?
The Westside Barbell logo, Nitro
And more!
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Westside Barbell Podcast #45 - Louie Simmons and John Quint - NFL Injuries
In this episode, John Quint joins Louie Simmons and Tom Barry to discuss the injury rate in the NFL. Within the first week of 2019, the NFL lost about half a billion dollars for starters not playing.
Some of the topics discussed are:
Optimal training
Minimizing injuries
Training environment
And much more!
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Westside Barbell Podcast #44 - Fundamentals Q&A with Coach Josh Bush
In today's podcast, Louie Simmons is joined by Coach Josh Bush who is the base Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach at Fort Knox for Reef Systems.
This is a phone in question and answers based podcast, so advanced apologies for any patches of inconsistent volume.
Stay Strong!
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Westside Barbell Podcast #43 - Behind These Walls
In this podcast, Louie Simmons shares the real history of Westside Barbell and what impact the original
Westside Barbell Club in Culver City had on him. From training as a twelve-year-old in this basement
all the way up to the current location of Westside Barbell. Find out why Westside Barbell has
become what it is today in a way that only Louie can tell.
The past training years resulted in Louie’
Westside Barbell Podcast #42 - Five things you should know about the Bench Press!
Louie is going over some crucial teaching points for those wanting a better bench.
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Westside Barbell Podcast #41 - Jeremy Smith
In this episode, Louie Simmons sits down with Westside's newest member Jeremy Smith to talk all things training.
Jeremy is a dwarf powerlifter from West Grove Pennsylvania and is breaking perceptions and world records to show the world that with hard work and dedication you can overcome anything with the right mindset.
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Westside Barbell Podcast #40 - Peter Bremner
Peter Bremner is the number one deadlifter in Ireland and the newest recruit to join Westside Barbell. In this podcast, Louie sits down with Peter to find out about his training and his thoughts on training at Westside.
This podcast is sponsored by the Conjugate Club.
For more information, please go to www.conjugatemethod.com
Episode 39 - Louie Simmons talks with Nick Showman
In this episode, Louie sits down and talks training with Nick Showtime of Showtime Strength. They go in-depth on strength training for Softball and go over common coaching mistakes made when in the weight room working with athletes.
Hope you enjoy,
Tom
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Episode 38 - Tom Barry talks with Matt Brown
In this episode, Tom Barry talks with UFC fighter Matt Brown to discuss the athletes perspective on a good strength and conditioning system and coach. To watch the full video of this interview head over to conjugateclub.com and become a member today.
Hope you enjoy,
Westside Barbell
Episode 37 - Louie Simmons talks with Dan Green
Louie sits down with world known powerlifter Dan Green.
Dan’s best meet total in the 242’s is 2210lb, and best pulls in the gym are an 881lb sumo and a 900lb conventional. In this episode, they discuss the difference (if any) when it comes to bodybuilding vs. powerlifting in terms of volume for strength maintenance.
Additionally, they go into depth when it comes to deadlift philosophy, rep ranges,
Episode 36 - Louie Simmons talks with Dave Hoff
In this episode brought to you by the conjugateclub.com, Louie Simmons sits down with Westside's resident World Record holder Dave Hoff to discuss his powerlifting career, his journey through Westside Barbell, how he trains with some bench press tips, and lots, lots more.
To see the video of this interview make sure to sign up to our member's site www.conjugateclub.com.
We hope you enjoy it,
Tom
Episode 35 - Louie Simmons meets Ashley Jones
In this months podcast, John Ashley Jones joins us for a discussion on his journey through strength and conditioning. Ashley is a HIGHLY respected strength coach and has an endless wealth of knowledge to share especially when it comes to a common sense approach in training elite athletes.
To give you an idea of the caliber of organizations Ashley has worked with take a read below;
Head of Physical
Westside Barbell Audio Articles 04 - Westside Mass Production
Louie briefly talks about Westside Barbells submaximal effort that helped developed 10 athletes to have raw benched over 600lbs.
Hope You Enjoy,
Tom
Westside Barbell Audio Articles 03 - No Body Said It Would Be Easy
“No one said it would be easy” should have been stamped on my forehead as I started my full-time powerlifting career. - Louie Simmons
This audio article accounts for Louie Simmons powerlifting career showcasing the ups and many downs he had to overcome. It is thanks to this journey that we have the Westside Barbell conjugate method.
Hope you enjoy,
Tom
Westside Barbell Audio Articles 02 - Strength training for the sprinter
In this article, Louie goes in-depth on how to accurately train strength for a sprinter,
Hope You Enjoy,
Tom
CC Bitesize Chat - Dr. Nicholas Romanov and Louie Simmons
This is a small segment of the Conjugate Chat video interview we did today with Dr. Nicholas Romanov and Louie Simmons. To Listen and Watch in full go to
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Under Month 1 you will find the video
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