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Workout Walkthrough: Max Effort Upper

I am now back at Westside Barbell training full-time and wanted to use this opportunity to provide more insight into how we train at the gym. These articles will feature training videos as well as brief explanations and opinions. Ideally, lifters will use these articles to compare notes or double-check the technique and execution of various exercises.

Wed Nov 06, 2024

Starting Conjugate: Basic Triceps Training

One muscle group that significantly benefits from a Conjugate-based approach is the triceps brachii. With the max effort training we employ, and the amount of triceps training included in upper body accessory training, the triceps can't do anything other than get stronger. Much like how we are constantly focused on building up our back strength, we are just as focused on improving the strength of the triceps.

Fri Jul 07, 2023

Selecting the Best Tricep Exercises

The Conjugate Method provides a programming template that makes it easy for an athlete to train the triceps to improve upper body absolute strength and muscle mass. For many years, Louie emphasized the importance of tricep development for all athletes. If you have ever visited Westside, you know that much of our training on upper body days directly or passively target the triceps.

Mon Feb 06, 2023

Posterior Development to Improve Athleticism

No matter the sport, maintaining a strong posterior chain is essential. Strong glutes, hamstrings, and back muscles improve sports performance and lower injury rates. There is no doubt about it; an athlete with an adequately developed posterior chain will run faster, jump higher, and experience a reduced risk of back or knee injury throughout their career.

Mon May 16, 2022

WSBB Blog: Max Effort Upper Main Exercise Selection for Beginners

Max Effort Upper: selecting the right exercises for beginners.

Wed Feb 16, 2022

WSBB Blog: Breakdown of a Max Effort Upper Workout

How to program a Max Effort Upper workout.

Wed Feb 09, 2022

WSBB Blog: Tricep Focused M.E. Upper for Strength Athletes

Having trouble locking out heavy presses? Follow these tips to develop bigger, stronger triceps.

Fri Jan 07, 2022

WSBB Blog: Westside Warmups - Upper Body

Want to have better upper body training days? Sick of pressing with aches and pains? Check out these Westside Barbell approved upper body warmup exercises.