Browsing: StrengthGains

Weight training involves not just lifting weights but understanding the body’s response to stress. The concept of Stress, Recovery, Adaptation (SRA) is central to developing an effective training program. However, it’s easy for lifters to become overly fixated on the minutiae of SRA, which can paradoxically hinder progress. Here’s how lifters might overapply SRA and what they can do to find the right training balance instead.

Powerlifting may look simple from the outside – squat, bench, deadlift. But for beginners, mastering the technical execution of these lifts is crucial for both performance and safety. Here’s why focusing on technique is essential, especially in the early stages of your powerlifting journey.

Powerlifting success requires more than just mastering the squat, bench press, and deadlift (the “big three”). Westside Barbell’s Louie Simmons introduces extra workouts, a strategic approach to maximize strength gains and improve recovery specifically designed for powerlifters.

Westside Barbell’s Louie Simmons knows that true powerlifting dominance requires more than just squats, deadlifts, and bench presses (the “big three”). Enter extra workouts, a strategic approach to maximizing strength gains and recovery.

Louie Simmons, the mastermind behind Westside Barbell, knows strength training isn’t just about barbells. Enter the sled: a versatile tool that can elevate your powerlifting game by building work capacity, aiding recovery, and strengthening various muscle groups.

The final two weeks before a powerlifting competition are a pressure cooker. Nerves run high, and the training program you choose can make or break your performance. This blog post explores the Westside Conjugate Method, designed by Louie Simmons of Westside Barbell, to help you peak for competition and achieve those coveted personal records.

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.

Building a stronger bench press requires dedication and strategic training methods. This blog post explores the loading for repetition technique, emphasizing work to failure to push your limits and experience significant gains.

Westside Barbell, a renowned powerlifting gym, emphasizes Max Effort Day for maximizing strength gains. This blog post explores their core principles, training methods, and the importance of proper technique alongside bench shirt usage.