Westside Barbell
Westside Barbell
The podcast, hosted by Tom Barry, delves into strength and conditioning training, focusing on the Conjugate Method. Tom Barry, who was mentored and chosen by Louie Simmons to lead Westside Barbell after his passing, brings unparalleled expertise and experience to each episode. The podcast will feature guests who are coaches, athletes, and specialists sharing their stories and insights on helping athletes increase strength and performance.
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May 12, 2026
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Episodes
Westside Audio Articles - Assessing The Assessment 04.10.2018 23:39
This a free episode of our pilot audio article more of which can be found exclusively within our membership club. To sign up today go to https://www.conjugateclub.com/ Hope you enjoy, Tom
Episode 32 - Box Squatting 04.10.2018 37:22
Today's topic is on Box Squats. This podcast was recorded during our Conjugate Club live feed. Only club members get to listen and/or watch the live question and answers which happens after each podcast If you would like to sign up please check out www.conjugateclub.com
Episode 31 - Raising Work Capacity 24.07.2018 1:00:54
Welcome to Episode 31 of the Westside Barbell Podcast! This episode Louie and Tom delve into General Physical Preparation (G.P.P), how to raise work capacity in the correct areas, and the importance of recording the correct volume. Hope you enjoy, Westside Barbell Today's Guests Anthony Oliveria - Westside Powerlifter Travis Schafer - Westside Powerlifter
Episode 30 - Low Back Pain Syndrome 20.06.2018 27:33
Louie, Tom, and John are finally back with a bite-sized podcast on the importance of having a strong lower back. Podcast guest today is Westside Barbell lifter, Travis Schafer.
Episode 29 - The Rule Of Three 12.03.2018 1:19:52
In this podcast, Louie Simmons, John Quint, Trent Murphy (Washington Redskins) and Tom Barry talk about the paths they took to arrive at their chosen profession. The role of a stable G.P.P base for young athletes is discussed in detail among other strength related topics. The sound of this podcast is not the best, so we apologize in advance. It is now fixed for all future podcasts. Tom
Episode 28 - Conjugate Periodization 24.12.2017 1:33:33
In this episode, we are joined by John Quint, Travis, JJ and Josh from Strong8. The topics discussed are conjugate periodization, the Westside system for baseball, isometrics and lots more, Hope you enjoy, Tom
Episode 27 - Strong8 and IFBB Pro Seth Shaw 25.09.2017 1:39:49
In this episode Louie Simmons and Tom Barry are joined by JJ Morris and Josh Wade from Strong Eight along with IFBB Pro Seth Shaw and Westside's John Quint. In this episode we have two diverse demographics explaining how they have used the methods of Westside Barbell and the conjugate system into their given sports. From Baseball to Bodybuilding this episode is jammed packed full of information. ...
Episode 26 - Bobby Maximus (Gym Jones) 28.08.2017 1:03:57
In this podcast Bobby Maximus gives his thoughts, philosophies and insights on training. Bobby also describes what it is like to train at Westside Barbell, and lots more! Check it out!
Episode 25 - Athletic Float Restoration 14.07.2017 58:08
In this episode Tom talks with Pat Gerke from True Rest Columbus and John Quint on the benefits of floatation restoration for athletes, We hope you enjoy this episode,
Episode 24 - The 40 Yard Dash 24.06.2017 1:27:01
In this episode Louie Simmons along with visiting coaches break down the 40 yard dash and explain in detail how they have used the conjugate system™ to decrease the average sprint times of their respective athletes. This is a must listen, Tom
Episode 23 - Training outside the groove 19.06.2017 1:11:04
In our new podcast studio Tom Barry records a test podcast with John Quint. The topic being discussed is the importance of training in new ranges of motion and how it will reduce the risk of injury. Hope you enjoy, Tom
Episode 22 - The Weaknesses of a Weightlifter 24.04.2017 1:29:25
In this podcast Louie Simmons evaluates the strength of a weightlifter that just came and trained at Westside Barbell. Warning Louie's findings may surprise you. Stay Strong Tom Check Out Louie's New Book here!
Episode 21 - Louie Simmons reveals how he overcame his injuries to succeed 04.01.2017 1:32:18
In this podcast Louie Simmons reveals in detail how he rehabbed from multiple career ending injuries to become stronger than ever. Today Louie is joined by John Quint who provides a more detailed physiological breakdown of how these injuries occurred and how the Reverse Hyper™, Inverse Curl™ and Athletic Training Platform™ play a crucial role in the recover process. Stay Strong Tom
Episode 20 - Weightlifting Progress 21.11.2016 1:19:01
In this podcast Louie updates our listeners on some of the modifications and success stories lifters are having by utilizing some of his strength training concepts. I hope you enjoy it, Tom
Episode 19 - Wes McCormick 04.11.2016 1:15:55
In this podcast Louie discusses the success and training behind World Record holder Wes McCormick.
Episode 18 - The Static Dynamic Developer and Daniel Di Pasqua Melbourne Storm Head Strength Coach 19.10.2016 1:12:29
This podcast begins with Louie Simmons breaking down in great detail his latest patented invention The Static Dynamic Developer. It covers its concept, how it works, sets and reps, and the difference is special strengths and why they need to built. We then move on to a rather in-depth training discussion with Dan Di Pasqua of the Melbourne Storm and how he has utilized the Westside Barbell system...
Episode 17 - Travis Mash Interviews Louie Simmons 13.09.2016 1:07:14
This is the very successful podcast recorded by Travis Mash while he interviews Louie Simmons Hope you enjoy, -Tom
Episode 16 - Westside on Weightlifting 08.09.2016 1:09:31
This episode was recorded after the very successful podcast recorded by Travis Mash on Olympic Lifting. Louie had a few more areas he wanted to discuss in deeper detail and hence this podcast. Hope You Enjoy, Tom
Episode 15 - The Top 50 Most Asked Questions Answered ! 25.07.2016 1:31:28
In this episode Louie Simmons answers in detail the top 50 most asked questions by you! Hope You Enjoy, Tom
Episode 14- The Force Posture Strength Curve 20.06.2016 1:32:27
Within this episode Louie Simmons, John Quint and Chris Marrang explain the importance of understanding the force posture curve and why partial ranges of movement are sometime beneficial for training, I hope you enjoy, Tom
Episode 13- The Deadlift 10.06.2016 1:27:47
In this podcast Louie Simmons, Tom Barry, John Quint, and Chris Marrang talk about how to program to increase your deadlift and how to implement special exercises to make your lower back indestructible, Hope You Enjoy, Tom
Episode 12- The Origin Of The Conjugate System 01.06.2016 1:24:41
In this episode Louie talks in depth about the true Conjugate System of training and where it came from. He also elaborates upon how he cross-referenced multiple authors to utilize the system of training Westside Barbell executes. Louie also answers questions that were asked during the live stream to help simply some of the topics talked about, Hope You Enjoy, Tom
Episode 11- Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the upper body 24.05.2016 1:29:18
Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the Upper Body In our second live recorded podcast Louie Simmons and Tom Barry discuss the Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the upper body. This includes what volume, intensity, to use and how to select the correct exercises to build strength.
Episode 10- Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the lower body 11.05.2016 1:44:40
Louie Simmons and Tom Barry discuss the Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the lower body. This includes what volume, intensity, to use and how to select the correct exercises to build strength. Louie also speaks on raw lifting and why Westside Barbell uses gear. Hope you enjoy, Tom
Episode 9- Westside Barbell Training Partners 10.03.2016 1:55:46
In this episode Louie Simmons breaks down all the training partners he has had along the different generations of Westside lifters. In this podcast you will get a very detailed and personal insight into what role good training partners play upon your success, I hope you enjoy, -Tom
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