After four years of meticulous data compilation, research, and writing, Louie Simmons presents Special Strength Development for All Sports. This book is a culmination of over 40 years of Simmons' groundbreaking work and experimentation within his renowned gym, Westside Barbell, which serves as his personal laboratory for athletic performance.
What to Expect:
This book is designed for serious coaches and athletes who are pursuing peak athletic performance through advanced strength training methodologies. Inside, readers will find some of the most sophisticated and up-to-date methods available, derived from Simmons' combination of the Soviet, Bulgarian, and Westside Conjugate systems. Each chapter is informed by rigorous research, Simmons' hands-on work with athletes, and contributions from performance specialists in various fields like nutrition and rehabilitation.
Chapter Overview:
- Introduction: The Conjugate System – The backbone of Simmons' training philosophy.
- The Role of Strength in Sports – Exploring why strength is a foundational component across all sports.
- Endurance – Special strength's relationship with endurance.
- Contrast and Reactive Methods – Maximizing power and performance.
- Periodization – Strategic planning for peak performance throughout the year.
- General Physical Preparedness (GPP) – Ensuring athletes are well-rounded and ready for any physical demand.
- Olympic Lifting – Integrating Olympic lifts into the Conjugate System.
- Training for Combative Sports and Arts – Tailoring training for fighters and martial artists.
- Sports Nutrition and Hydration – How diet supports performance.
- Restoration and Recovery Methods – Keeping athletes healthy and preventing burnout.
- Age and Long-Term Planning – How to train across different ages and stages of athletic development.
Louie Simmons' Vision:
The book encapsulates Simmons' lifelong dedication to refining his training methods, integrating knowledge from the greatest sports scientists of the former Soviet Union and other experts like Verkhoshansky, Zatsiorsky, and Dr. Bondarchuk. It's a tribute to the influence of these thought leaders on his work, while also being a testament to the uniqueness of the Westside Barbell methods that continue to shape athletes worldwide.
Book Details:
- Cover: Paperback
- Pages: 390
- Weight: 2.15 lbs
- Level of Difficulty: Challenging, best suited for readers with a foundational understanding of training concepts.
This book is a must-read for coaches, athletes, and anyone dedicated to mastering advanced strength development techniques. It blends theory, practice, and Simmons' unparalleled experience into a resource that promises to push the boundaries of what is possible in sports performance.