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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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Getting Started with Conjugate Training - WSBB #78
In today’s episode, Tom Barry and Burley Hawk break down the fundamentals of the Conjugate System and guide you on how to incorporate it into your training regimen. They address common questions from listeners about when to start the system, appropriate warm-ups, exercise selection, and much more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your strength and conditioning journey.
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00:00 Intro00:04 Start00:52 Base Building & Starting Conjugate Blogs01:13 What is the Conjugate Method14:27 What Considerations to make for exercise selection?15:25 How to balance the system while training?17:56 When to push accessories?24:32 When do you switch exercises?31:13 Biggest challenges for beginners39:59 Beginner programs for people over 4043:14 What techniques & exercises strengthen the bottom of a lift?45:20 How should dynamic lifts be performed?49:02 What is an effective warm up routine54:10 How to rotate main exercises?55:41 How to modify the system for maximum hypertrophy?57:14 What level of strength should you have to implement Max Effort?58:22 Parting Thoughts & Outro -
Training Athletes - WSBB#77
Please welcome Burley Hawk as the new Co-Host of the Podcast with Tom. They both break down the future of the podcast, the new training crews at Westside, as well as their experience training athletes throughout their careers.
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00:00 Intro01:37 Current Athletes02:29 Working with BJJ & Grappling Athletes06:05 Plyometrics07:40 Individualization of Training11:32 The Power of The Group14:28 Technique & Training19:06 Athletes & Injury24:17 Athletes Understanding of Strength32:06 Working With Different Sports34:52 Outro & Final Thoughts -
Lance Palmer - WSBB #76
Exciting news! We've successfully recovered a lost podcast featuring Lance Palmer from 2023 and have decided to release it today as a special treat before the launch of our new podcast season.
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Lance Palmer is an accomplished American professional mixed martial artist and former collegiate wrestler. He is a four-time NCAA Division 1 All-American and was a dominant force in high school wrestling, securing four OHSAA state championships. Further cementing his legacy in the world of mixed martial arts, Palmer has twice claimed the title of PFL (Professional Fighters League) world champion.
00:00 Intro00:20 Beginning Wrestling05:50 Getting in St. Edwards High School22:23 Introduction to Strength Training32:22 What sets St. Edwards apart40:07 Success at St. Edwards49:07 Pinned51:14 Wrestling Bears1:03:50 Ohio State1:08:28 Going From Highschool to College1:27:28 Training what works for you1:29:50 Combat Sports1:39:58 Recruitment1:47:02 Training Partners1:50:10 Training at Westside2:01:53 Outro -
Conjugate & Skateboarding, Being a Pro Athlete, Resilience - Neen Williams - WSSB#75
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Neen Williams is a Professional skateboarder, athlete, coach, business owner and restaurateur.
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00:00 Intro
00:27 Strength Training & Skateboarding
06:38 Creating A Hierarchy of Training
07:57 Dialing Your Life Into Being A Pro Athlete
15:41 Street Skateboarding
22:54 Preparing for a shoot
24:43 Neens 5 Tips For Strength Training
26:14 Moving to A 3 Day Model
28:12 Giving Back
31:54 Day In A Life Of A Pro Skater
36:42 Sponsor In Skateboarding
39:08 Neen's Spices & Restaurants
45:44 The Never-ending Work Day
46:50 Parting Thoughts/Outro -
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 multiple disciplines. Currently coaching @Onnitofficial in Austin, Craig is a valued member of Westside Alumni
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00:00 Start
00:04 Craig's Start at Westside
13:33 Learning at Westside
20:41 Craig's journey after Westside
26:57 Misunderstandings of the Westside System
34:59 3 tips to implement conjugate
38:28 transitioning from athlete to coach
40:53 Learning from outside the Westside System
48:19 Working with athletes
58:35 Taking Athlete's losses personally
1:08:07 Craig's time at Jackson-Wink MMA
1:19:45 Professional MMA Training
1:23:41 Understanding Westside History
1:29:58 What is Onnit Gym?
1:31:54 Westside Memories
1:35:23 Parting Thoughts/Outro -
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 Veteran and was a contestant on season 6 of the Ultimate Fighter. He played an integral role in the development of the MMA program here at Westside Barbell
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00:00 Intro
00:44 How did Dorian end up in Muay Thai?
05:13 THe 4 Horsemen of American Muay Thai
10:04 Dorian's "little stint" in MMA
18:30 Dorian's Style of Muay Thai
25:02 Meeting Matt Brown
27:46 FIghting and Living in Thailand
44:09 Dorian's Clinch and Elbow Game
53:06 Training Matt Brown
54:51 Fighting in Lumpinee
01:16:13 Big Boss
01:18:35 The Hello Kitty Scooter
01:33:49 THe Double Knockout
01:44:46 Developing the Westside MMA program
02:09:42 Outro