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.
Episodes
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Join Tom Barry as he chats with Myles Robinson, Pro MMA fighter and Westside Barbell Athlete. Learn about his beginning in MMA, his start at Westside Barbell, and the trials & challenges he has overcome throughout his career
Key Highlights:
- Myles Robinson's background and his training at Westside Barbell
- Insights into training for Professional MMA
- The development of MMA training at Westside Barbell
Follow Myles:
- Instagram: @myleskrobinson
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- Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial
- Facebook: Westside Barbell
- Twitter: @westsidebarbell
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Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Join Tom Barry as he chats with Dr. Shawn Bailey, the dedicated team physician at Westside Barbell and head of The Armory in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Bailey's primary care, physical therapy, and sports science expertise is crucial in optimizing athlete health and performance. Discover his journey, approach to sports medicine, and collaborative efforts with Westside Barbell.
Key Highlights:
- Dr. Bailey’s background and sports medicine expertise
- Insights into athlete healthcare and performance strategies
- The collaboration between Westside Barbell and The Armory
Follow Dr. Shawn & The Armory:
- The Armory
- Instagram: @we_are_the_armory
- Facebook: The Armory
- Twitter: @wearethearmory
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- Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial
- Facebook: Westside Barbell
- Twitter: @westsidebarbell
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Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they break down the fundamentals of the Conjugate System and guide you in incorporating it into your training. Addressing common questions, they discuss when to start, appropriate warm-ups, exercise selection, and more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your strength and conditioning journey. Learn how to balance your training, push accessories, and adapt the system for maximum results.
Key Highlights:
- Basics of the Conjugate System
- Exercise selection and warm-up routines
- Tips for balancing and modifying the system
- Beginner programs and advanced techniques
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Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they delve into the versatility of the Conjugate System, exploring how it can be tailored to different sports, including golf. They discuss PGA-level golfers' unique challenges and the importance of specific training methods to enhance performance and coordination. This episode provides valuable insights into adapting the Conjugate System for various athletic needs, highlighting practical applications and real-world examples.
Key Highlights:
- Application of the Conjugate System in golf and other sports
- Insights into the physical demands of PGA-level golfers
- Importance of hand-eye coordination and specific training techniques
- Engaging with the community through forums for deeper discussions
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Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional MMA fighter Lance Palmer about the importance of balancing conditioning and strength training, especially for athletes preparing for competition.
They delve into how training adaptations evolve with age and the significant impact on joints and overall strength. The conversation highlights the philosophy of completing hard work before training camps to focus on specific fight preparation. Additionally, they explore how skill and strength play pivotal roles in athletic performance.
Key Highlights:
- Balancing conditioning with strength training
- Training adaptations and their impact on joints and strength
- Philosophy and structure of training camps
- The interplay between skill and strength in athletic performance
Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Lance Palmer is an accomplished American professional mixed martial artist and former collegiate wrestler. He is a four-time NCAA Division 1 All-American and was a dominant force in high school wrestling, securing four OHSAA state championships. Further cementing his legacy in the world of mixed martial arts, Palmer has twice claimed the title of PFL (Professional Fighters League) world champion.
00:00 Intro
00:20 Beginning Wrestling
05:50 Getting in St. Edwards High School
22:23 Introduction to Strength Training
32:22 What sets St. Edwards apart
40:07 Success at St. Edwards
49:07 Pinned
51:14 Wrestling Bears
1:03:50 Ohio State
1:08:28 Going From Highschool to College
1:27:28 Training what works for you
1:29:50 Combat Sports
1:39:58 Recruitment
1:47:02 Training Partners
1:50:10 Training at Westside
2:01:53 Outro
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional skateboarder and fitness coach Neen Williams. They discuss how Neen balances his passion for skateboarding with the work it entails, sharing insights on setting and achieving new personal records (PRs) in training. Neen emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and staying motivated personally and professionally. Engage with Neen as he shares his journey of helping others and the value of community engagement.
Key Highlights:
- Balancing passion and work
- Achieving new personal records (PRs) in training
- Continuous learning and its importance
- Staying motivated in personal and professional life
- Community engagement and helping others
-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Neen Williams is a Professional skateboarder, athlete, coach, business owner, and restaurateur.
Follow Neen here:
Socials:
@neenwilliams Accross all platforms
Neen's Spice Rubs:
https://neenwilliamsco.com/
@nadcofficial
Check out Neen's Restaurants:
@nadcburger
00:00 Intro
00:27 Strength Training & Skateboarding
06:38 Creating A Hierarchy of Training
07:57 Dialing Your Life Into Being A Pro Athlete
15:41 Street Skateboarding
22:54 Preparing for a shoot
24:43 Neens 5 Tips For Strength Training
26:14 Moving to A 3 Day Model
28:12 Giving Back
31:54 Day In A Life Of A Pro Skater
36:42 Sponsor In Skateboarding
39:08 Neen's Spices & Restaurants
45:44 The Never-ending Work Day
46:50 Parting Thoughts/Outro
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Craig Bongelli is a former professional strongman and is a highly experienced strength coach who has worked with athletes in multiple disciplines. Currently coaching @Onnitofficial in Austin, Craig is a valued member of Westside Alumni
Follow Craig Here:
https://www.instagram.com/theconjugatecowboy/
https://www.craigbongelli.com/
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00:00 Start
00:04 Craig's Start at Westside
13:33 Learning at Westside
20:41 Craig's journey after Westside
26:57 Misunderstandings of the Westside System
34:59 3 tips to implement conjugate
38:28 transitioning from athlete to coach
40:53 Learning from outside the Westside System
48:19 Working with athletes
58:35 Taking Athlete's losses personally
1:08:07 Craig's time at Jackson-Wink MMA
1:19:45 Professional MMA Training
1:23:41 Understanding Westside History
1:29:58 What is Onnit Gym?
1:31:54 Westside Memories
1:35:23 Parting Thoughts/Outro
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
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-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Dorian Price is is a highly accomplished Muay Thai fighter and Coach. He fought in the legendary Lumpinee Arena, is a UFC Veteran and was a contestant on season 6 of the Ultimate Fighter. He played an integral role in the development of the MMA program here at Westside Barbell
Follow Dorian here:
https://www.instagram.com/coachdorianprice/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WestsideBarbell
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00:00 Intro
00:44 How did Dorian end up in Muay Thai?
05:13 THe 4 Horsemen of American Muay Thai
10:04 Dorian's "little stint" in MMA
18:30 Dorian's Style of Muay Thai
25:02 Meeting Matt Brown
27:46 FIghting and Living in Thailand
44:09 Dorian's Clinch and Elbow Game
53:06 Training Matt Brown
54:51 Fighting in Lumpinee
01:16:13 Big Boss
01:18:35 The Hello Kitty Scooter
01:33:49 THe Double Knockout
01:44:46 Developing the Westside MMA program
02:09:42 Outro
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Welcome to our new series "Beginner's Guide To Conjugate", where we'll go through each facet of the Conjugate System, educating you on what each element is and how it functions within the system. Today's episode is covering Max effort.
If you wish to support the podcast directly, here is the donation link:
https://donate.stripe.com/8wMcOz8yg7Ml4pO4gg
Blog post and sample workout here:
https://www.westside-barbell.com/blogs/the-blog/max-effort-walk-through
References:
-Bompa, Todor. "Theory and Methodology of Training." (1999)
-Kurz, Tomas. "Science of Sports Training." (2001)
-Lapututin, Nikolai; Oleshko, Valentin. "Managing the Training of Weight Lifters."
-Siff, Mel. "Supertraining" (2004)
-Zatsiorsky, V. M. "Science and Practice of Strength Training." (1995)
-Simmons, L. "Westside Barbell Book of Methods." (2007) Westside Barbell.
-Verkhoshansky, Y., & Siff, M. C. "Supertraining." (2009) Verkhoshansky
Check Out Our Links:
Starting Conjugate: https://www.westside-barbell.com/search?q=starting%20conjugate&tab=articles
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WestsideBarbell
00:00 Intro
00:28 Max Effort
05:36 Implementing the Maximal Effort Method
09:53 Progressive Overload & The Maximal Effort Method
12:46 Outro & Parting Thoughts
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
-Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/
- The Butcher & Grocer: https://thebutcherandgrocer.com/
- Conjugate Tactical: https://conjugatetactical.com/
- The Conjugate Club: https://www.conjugateclub.com/
Jordan Syatt is a renowned health and fitness coach and is a record setting, world class powerlifter. Jordan Syatt started his internship at the same time with Tom. A dedicated student of Westside and the wisdom of Louie Simmons, he has applied the knowledge and philosophy learned here to all aspects of his life and business.
Check out Jordan here:
www.syattfitness.com
www.instagram.com/syattfitness
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Check Out Our Links:
Starting Conjugate: https://www.westside-barbell.com/search?q=starting%20conjugate&tab=articles
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WestsideBarbell
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:21 Start
00:46 Jordan and Tom's beginnings at Westside
21:13 Jordan's Mindset after Westside
28:32 Learning From Louie
31:22 The Internship
41:16 Louie Simmons
55:02 Jordan paved his own way
58:31 Jordan's view on Westside's future
1:04:35 Maintaining Integrity
1:16:58 What excites Jordan?
1:23:13 Outro