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Louie Simmons' Reverse Hyper Machine

Louie Simmons' Reverse Hyper Machine

Louie Simmons invented the Reverse Hyper to answer the problems he faced after suffering a severe injury. The Reverse Hyper was instrumental for helping rehab Louie's back and increasing the strength all who used it. This was integral for the heights the Westside lifters achieved and the reason why the Reverse Hyper is used by so many across the world.

Sat Apr 15, 2023
Lessons from Louie

Lessons from Louie

Louie Simmons was an avid reader and consumer of education, so his book collection was...

Thu Jul 14, 2022
Louie's Plan

Louie's Plan

Before I continue, please understand the following; 

Louie Simmons is one of a kind, and no one can fill that void. No One. 

Our job is to keep his legacy going, to keep his club’s history alive and accurate while keeping Louie's teachings and methods moving forward. 

Therefore, I'm here to shed some light to our community on Louie's wishes for the future. For ease of delivery, I will split them into 3 Sections; 

  1. Westside Barbell: Gym 
  2. Westside Barbell: Education 
  3. Westside Barbell: Business 

Thu Mar 31, 2022
Developing the Hips

Developing the Hips

The hips may be the most overlooked muscle group for improving sports performance. At Westside, we say the key to strength and speed is from the top of the lifting belt down to the bottom of the shorts.

Fri Mar 18, 2022
Isometric Training

Isometric Training

Isometric training is an almost forgotten method of strength training. However, according to notable strength experts from the former Soviet Union, it can be equal to conventional barbell training.

Mon Feb 28, 2022
2021 Metal Milita Summer Smackdown

2021 Metal Milita Summer Smackdown

Tags: Squat, Bench, Deadlift Jeremy Smith blew up the 123 World Squat and Bench Records...

Thu Jul 22, 2021
Developing Special Endurance

Developing Special Endurance

Tags: Plan, Strength, Explosive Strength Time to Read: 5mins Westside Barbell would seem like the...

Sat Mar 20, 2021
WSBB Article: The Journey

WSBB Article: The Journey

Tags: Reflect, Journey, TrainingTime to Read: 7-8 mins   In life and sports, everyone must...

Thu Feb 18, 2021
Special Devices

Special Devices

Tags: Bars, Conjugate, Variation Time to Read: 6.5min The Westside System divides work volume into...

Thu Jan 21, 2021
The Luckiest Man Alive

The Luckiest Man Alive

By Louie Simmons Tags: Conjugate, Westside, ThoughtsTime to Read: 5min It may sound like I...

Tue Jan 12, 2021
Equipment to Train Properly

Equipment to Train Properly

By Louie Simmons  Tags: Reverse Hyper, Home Gym, Sleds I competed in powerlifting contests from...

Fri Jan 01, 2021
Speed-Strength Periodization

Speed-Strength Periodization

 Tags Squats, Dynamic Effort, Bench For the development of speed-strength, one should use the Combinations...

Mon Dec 21, 2020
Hey, Coach. You Can’t Be Too Strong.

Hey, Coach. You Can’t Be Too Strong.

 By Louie Simmons  Tags, Special Strength, Explosive Strength, Coaching Years ago, I heard the head...

Mon Dec 07, 2020
How to Bench Press Correctly

How to Bench Press Correctly

Tags: Bench, Delts , Dumbbells By: Louie Simmons  With six men breaking all-time world records, while...

Wed Oct 28, 2020
Westside Barbell Podcast #45 - Louie Simmons and John Quint - NFL Injuries

Westside Barbell Podcast #45 - Louie Simmons and John Quint - NFL Injuries

   [00:00:00] Tom Barry: [00:00:00] Welcome to the Westside Barbell podcast. We're here today with...

Tue Oct 27, 2020
A Sit Down Interview with Chuck Vogelpohl

A Sit Down Interview with Chuck Vogelpohl

Below is a transcribed interview that took place within Westside Barbell between Louie Simmons [Louie]...

Wed Oct 14, 2020
Westside Barbell Membership Tryouts 2022

Westside Barbell Membership Tryouts 2022

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Sat Sep 12, 2020
The Deload Dilemma

The Deload Dilemma

    What exactly is a ‘deload’? Everyone has their own perception based on their...

Wed Jul 08, 2020
Strength Training at Home

Strength Training at Home

By: Westside Barbell   Tags: garage gym, essentials, basics      For any fan of...

Mon Jul 06, 2020
How to Start a Deadlift

How to Start a Deadlift

How to Start a Deadlift By: Louie Simmons Tags: deadlift, lockout, glutes     Many...

Mon Jul 06, 2020