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The bench shirt is a powerful tool for powerlifters, but using it incorrectly can be dangerous and hinder progress. Louie Simmons, a renowned powerlifting coach, shares his insights on mastering the bench shirt and maximizing its benefits.

Ever feel stuck in a weight training rut? You’re not alone. Louie Simmons, the mastermind behind Westside Barbell, argues traditional methods like progressive overload have limitations. Here, we explore the Westside Conjugate Method, a program designed to break through plateaus and maximize results.

Louie Simmons, a renowned powerlifting coach, shares his unique approach to squat training specifically designed for highly trained athletes (squatting 900lbs or more). This program focuses on developing two crucial aspects for a powerful squat: speed-strength and strength-speed.

Strong legs are crucial for various athletic endeavors, and squats are a go-to exercise to build leg strength. However, legendary powerlifter Louie Simmons argues that there’s more to a strong squat than just squatting.

The box squat is a variation of the traditional squat exercise that utilizes a box to control depth and potentially improve overall squat performance. Louie Simmons, a renowned powerlifting coach, is a big advocate for box squats, believing them to be a superior and safer alternative to regular squats. This blog post will delve into the benefits of box squats and how to perform them effectively.

Louie Simmons, a legendary powerlifting coach and founder of Westside Barbell, is renowned for his innovative methods. This blog post dives into his six-week sample bench press program, designed to build explosive power and raw strength.

Facing a career-threatening back injury, Louie Simmons didn’t give up. Instead, he embarked on a journey of discovery, delving into science and “special strength training” from translated Russian texts. This blog post explores his pivotal encounter with Dynamic Effort Day, a method that redefined his approach and revolutionized powerlifting.