Westside Barbell

Westside Barbell
Westside Barbell Podcast

The podcast, hosted by Tom Barry, delves into strength and conditioning training, focusing on the Conjugate Method. Tom Barry, who was mentored and chosen by Louie Simmons to lead Westside Barbell after his passing, brings unparalleled expertise and experience to each episode. The podcast will feature guests who are coaches, athletes, and specialists sharing their stories and insights on helping athletes increase strength and performance.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    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 characteristics of shoot, move, and communicate in order to effectively prepare an individual, group, team, or organization for success in all areas of action, business, and life. We cover Tommy's military career, strength requirements for & the evolution of strength training in the military and his recovery from brain surgery, going from pressing 5lbs dumbbells to benching 500lbs a year later. Key Points: - The importance of listening and adapting training methods to individual needs, especially in a military context. - The evolution of military training, highlighting advancements in fitness protocols and a more personalized approach to wellness. - Tommy shares his personal experience of recovery from brain surgery, illustrating the significance of mental resilience and goal-setting.   Check out Tommy's articles on our blog   Follow Tommy:  LinkedIn:  TD Richardson http://www.divinesavagery.com/     Follow Westside Barbell: Website: Westside Barbell Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial Facebook: @westsidebarbellofficial Twitter: @westsidebarbell Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: Studio Sponsor: Dollamur Sport Surfaces CLMS Conjugate Tactical The Conjugate Club

    1h 12m
  2. 19 SEPT

    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 professional athlete struggling with consistency in high-pressure situations. Sarah walks us through her behavioral assessment process and how ABA techniques can be used to improve focus, consistency, and overall performance under pressure. We also discuss common misconceptions surrounding ABA and the challenges of applying it in high-performance environments like sports. Finally, Sarah provides practical ABA techniques our listeners can apply in their daily lives and shares insights into the future of ABA, particularly in sports psychology. Key Points:  • Sarah’s background and what led her to ABA • Breaking down ABA for a general audience • Applying ABA to improve athlete performance in high-stakes environments • Addressing challenges and misconceptions in the field of ABA • Practical ABA techniques that listeners can apply in their own lives • Future outlook on ABA in sports and performance   Follow Sarah here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SarahWelshBehavior Catalyst Behavior Project Website : https://catalystbehaviorproject.com/   Follow Westside Barbell: Website: Westside Barbell Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial Facebook: @westsidebarbellofficial Twitter: @westsidebarbell Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: Studio Sponsor: Dollamur Sport Surfaces CLMS Conjugate Tactical The Conjugate Club

    45 min

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The podcast, hosted by Tom Barry, delves into strength and conditioning training, focusing on the Conjugate Method. Tom Barry, who was mentored and chosen by Louie Simmons to lead Westside Barbell after his passing, brings unparalleled expertise and experience to each episode. The podcast will feature guests who are coaches, athletes, and specialists sharing their stories and insights on helping athletes increase strength and performance.

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