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WSBB Books - The Iron Samurai: The True Story of Westside Barbell

WSBB Books - The Iron Samurai: The True Story of Westside Barbell

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The Iron Samurai is the official biography of Louie Simmons, offering an unfiltered look into the origins of Westside Barbell in Columbus, Ohio. This book brings readers into the life of one of the most influential figures in strength training, starting from Louie’s childhood and chronicling his journey towards establishing Westside Barbell, one of the most renowned powerlifting clubs in the world.

What to Expect:

  • Unfiltered Narrative: Louie Simmons' life story, as raw and authentic as he was. This biography gives readers an inside look at the trials, triumphs, and personalities that shaped Westside Barbell.
  • Historical Insights: The book is packed with real events, strong personalities, and the culture that fostered the development of groundbreaking strength training methods.
  • Louie’s Own Words: The Iron Samurai is an extension of Louie himself—straightforward, no-nonsense, and unedited.

About the Author:

The Iron Samurai is the alter ego of Louie Simmons, a name synonymous with elite strength training. As the founder of Westside Barbell in Columbus, Ohio, Louie helped countless athletes break over 100 all-time world records. With decades of experience consulting for professional sports teams and working with world-class athletes, Louie is also an innovator, holding 13 U.S. patents related to strength training equipment. This is his first and only biography, capturing the legacy of one of the strongest men in history.

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  • Level of Difficulty: Enjoyable for any strength enthusiast and history lover.

Explore the unvarnished life of Louie Simmons in The Iron Samurai, and discover the legacy that continues to influence the world of powerlifting today.

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Dan Lowe
The best!

Great quality, great delivery, great service!!

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Mike Ibbetson
Great customer service

Fantastic books and communication from Westside Barbell. I got my order fast and knew when it was shipped and on the way. Great looking T shirt as well. Thanks

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Peter Maxwell

WSBB Books - The Iron Samurai: The True Story of Westside Barbell

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Moe Duffy
Westside

Great book, great gear!! Westside vs. the World 💪💪

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Christopher Mydlo
The True Story of Westside Barbell

Great book, and quick delivery!