Articles tagged with louie simmons
Behind the scenes video footage from the FIST Ever Westside Barbell Cert with Louie Simmons. This was the pilot version of The Westside Barbell Cert where Louie discusses special strengths, program design, training for sports, strength, speed and power. 25 minutes of powerful info from Louie Simmons! Dig in and LEARN!...Keep Reading
The original VHS tape with Louie Simmons of Westside Barbell and Dick Hartzell sharing his band therapy movement protocols for joint health and rehab. This video is one of the most important videos to watch and learn from if you are working with athletes. This is one of the best Westside Barbell Videos covering strength, power, special strengths, explosive power and the conjugate method....Keep Reading
Louie Simmons in the original Westside Barbell Video of Deadlift Secrets. In this video you will see a Deadlift session from Westside Barbell, special strength training for the Deadlift and Sports, Assistance work and program design....Keep Reading
Louie Simmons in the original Westside Barbell Video of Bench Press Secrets. In this video you will see training specific for Powerlifters but also, anyone who wants to get STRONG AF! From Accessory work to special strength training for athletes, to rehab exercises for shoulder health - this is a must watch for all strength athletes and ALL coaches. Get your learn ON!...Keep Reading
Behind the scenes video footage from the First ever Westside Barbell Cert with Louie Simmons. This was the pilot version of The Westside Barbell Cert where Louie discusses special strengths, program design, training for sports, strength, speed and power. 25 minutes of powerful info from Louie Simmons! Dig in and LEARN!...Keep Reading
Zach does a zoom recording as he evaluates a training plan and gives feedback. If you train athletes and need a better, deeper understanding of program design, then this video is for you. Stop making the common mistakes of too much volume, lack of speed and lack of transverse plane of motion training. A powerful review to learn and improve from! Extra Videos from Westside Barbell / Louie Simmons and Jim Wendler shared for added context and knowledge!! This update is LOADED!!! Get in and LEARN........Keep Reading
Think you're in shape? Try any of these 17 workouts and put yourself to the ultimate test as you step away from your "Normal Training" and step OUT of your comfort zone. These 17 workouts are excellent for the garage gym lifter or off season athletes. They are a blend of physical and mental toughness, strength, power and what we call "Functional Muscle Building". Too many programs and workouts build show muscles. These workouts improve your physique AND performance. Prepare to be Tested!...Keep Reading
The posterior chain is the KEY to a stronger, faster and more powerful athlete. Discover how to incorporate kettlebell exercises to strengthen the posterior with sample programs and exercise variations using Kettlebells. The muscles you can't see in the mirror are crucial for sports performance. This article will help you understand how to unlock your athletic potential by attacking this common weak point among athletes....Keep Reading
Here's a video from Zach's morning training sessions. This is a blend of barbell + animal training. The older you get, the quicker you get weaker and lose athleticism. Check out this training session and incorporate it into your own training or for your athletes. This training session was a blend of barbell work, trap bar training (various trap bar exercises here) and animal / bodyweight style training. Dig in and get your learn on!...Keep Reading
This interview was done via video back when I was researching to write my book, The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength. It was an honor and a privilege to have had the opportunity to chat with Louie Simmons on the regular dating back to 2002. Without Louie's guidance, The Underground Strength Gym and anything I have created would never have been possible to the level of where we are now. During my work on my new book, The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength, I chatted with Louie Simmons to discuss MANY topics and recorded our conversation: the training of athletes, the conjugate system, the most important things he wants Coaches to know, how to train wrestlers, in season VS off season training, full body vs upper and lower body split workouts, Charlie Francis, the dynamic method, why force development is CRITICAL, should we use "sports specific training" & MUCH more. Louie always tells it like it is and enlightens us as to how to train optimally for maximum results i...Keep Reading
In this video I answer questions regarding who influenced me in the early 2000s, where I purchased my equipment, which websites and coaches changed my life and how things have changed the past 10 and 20 years. I also share the direction I am taking with my business to avoid wasting time, energy and money - this is a MUST listen if you're a Coach. Dig in and get your learn on!...Keep Reading
Throwback Video of the Month from 2014 as we step inside The Underground Strength Gym and see how things have changed and evolved. How did I incorporate Westside Barbell Methods into our training and what did I learn from a program that made a big difference in adding speed and size. In the other half of the video, you'll get an inside look with behind the scenes footage of 2 DIFFERENT Underground Strength Gym locations. You'll see the difference in atmosphere along with detailed programming workouts for our athletes. 22 minutes uncut video footage of behind the scenes........Keep Reading
In this audio & video, Louie Simmons, Founder of Westside Barbell shares exactly how to break down the conjugate method. Louie also discusses the differences in absolute strength, speed strength, strength endurance and power / speed training. This is a GREAT audio / video to give you insight into program design for athletes. Louie also discusses exercise selection to boost the Squat, Bench and Deadlift. If you're a Strength Coach it is crucial to understand special strengths and program design. This audio / video compilation is extremely powerful....Keep Reading
This Louie Simmons Interview is 47 minutes in length where we discuss how does Louie assess athletes, how to train athletes in conjunction with sports practice, the implementation of max effort / dynamic effort both in season and off season training along with the differences in use at each time of the year. Louie also discusses how to work around injuries, why so many injuries happen, the most important muscles athletes must train, training in the snow / inclement weather and MUCH more. If you're hungry to learn, hungry to get STRONGER and be inspired, listen to this Louie Simmons interview Now........Keep Reading
Step inside my twisted mind where I discuss how and why I'm breaking PRs like a MadMan at age 38 when I'm supposed to be getting weaker. How did I incorporate Westside Barbell Methods into my training and what did I learn from a program that made a big difference in adding speed and size. In the other half of the video get an inside look of behind the scenes footage of Both Underground Strength Gym locations along with the method to my madness for programming workouts for my athletes. 22 minutes uncut....Keep Reading
Perhaps one of the most kick ass months of training we've had at The Underground Strength Gym, EVER! New max effort training, new mental toughness training, new ways to incorporate Kettlebells and sleds and intense team training to build morale and brotherhood. Check out this month's Underground Strength Workout with insights I do NOT share elsewhere. Ass Kickers ONLY.......Keep Reading
World Record Holder Powerlifter & Westside Barbell Disciple, AJ Roberts breaks down program design using the Westside Barbell methods & The conjugate method, all for CrossFit. You will see how a 6 day program is organized for CrossFit and why / how they borrowed this method to develop serious strength AND conditioning. Also shared is the reason behind having a record board, why you need training partners and a kick ass atmosphere as well as what happens at Westside Barbell. AJ uprooted his entire life years ago and moved to Columbus, Ohio to dedicate his life to becoming a world record holder powerlifter while training under Louie Simmons. These videos will fire you and blow your mind........Keep Reading
Zach speaks during The CrossFit Powerlifting Seminar on program design methods for athletes and adults, the influences from Louie Simons & Westside Barbell as well as how to and WHY it is critical for CrossFit Coaches to help today's younger generation develop Strength, Power, Athleticism, Muscle & Most of all, Confidence! Listen and take notes during this 25 minute presentation by Zach.......Keep Reading
The final phase of The Underground Volume Course. This is THE month where you will experience your BIGGEST gains. This phase is called The Super Compensation phase. This is where you will experience greater gains in strength and lean muscle mass than you have experienced in your last 12 months. This is THE perfect way to start your new year off with a bang, at your strongest, most muscular, ever!...Keep Reading
Hellz YEA! This is the month where MOST people flop, go lazy, get weaker, fatter and accepting of excuses. For Underground Strength Nation, this is Phase II of The Underground Volume Training Challenge. This is actually the TOUGHEST the phase of the 3 phases. Do you have what it takes? I say YES, YOU do! I believe in you, I see greatness, I see someone willing to step up to the challenge of going BIG in life AND lifting. Let's get after it, you're a fucking animal, I believe and so must YOU........Keep Reading