Explosive Power Training for Sports by Louie Simmons is a 280-page comprehensive guide packed with the latest insights on how to implement the Westside Barbell system to maximize athletic performance. With special emphasis on developing explosive strength, this book covers a variety of essential training methods.
Inside, you’ll find detailed illustrations of athletic exercises and topics such as:
- Special Exercises: Targeting key muscle groups for explosive power.
- Sled Pulling: A Westside staple for building leg strength and endurance.
- Belt Squat: Techniques to safely increase lower body strength.
- Hamstring Development: Strengthening hamstrings to prevent injuries and improve performance.
- Dynamic Strength: Learn how to effectively develop and maintain speed and power throughout the year.
- Medicine Ball Training: Explosive power drills for core strength and coordination.
- General Physical Preparedness: Conditioning your body for peak performance.
- Jumping Volume & Exercises: Proven methods for increasing explosive jumping ability.
- Flexibility: Techniques to improve range of motion and prevent injury.
Simmons also emphasizes the importance of blending training phases throughout the year, explaining how the Westside Barbell system allows for simultaneous improvements in endurance, power, strength, and technique—without the injury risks associated with traditional Linear or Block Periodization.
A downloadable DVD is included with the book, further expanding on explosive strength development with practical demonstrations and workouts.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Approach: Covers a wide range of exercises and training methods.
- Westside System: Proven methods to increase athletic performance and reduce injury risk.
- Detailed Illustrations: Visual aids to ensure proper form and technique.
Details:
- Cover: Paperback
- Pages: 275
- Weight: 1.60 lbs
- Level of Difficulty: Challenging – ideal for athletes and coaches looking to master explosive strength training.
Invest in Explosive Power Training for Sports and learn directly from one of the most influential strength coaches of all time, Louie Simmons, as he guides you through the techniques that have made the Westside Barbell system so successful.