Westside Barbell

When Culture Becomes a Trap | Westside Barbell Podcast

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Westside Barbell podcast, hosts Tom Barry and Burley Hawk discuss the importance of transitioning from hard work to smart train...

Unpacking the Conjugate Method A Q&A with Tom Barry and Burley Hawk

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of the podcast, Tom and Burley answer your questions on various aspects of strength training. Topics discussed include dynamic ef...

Introduction To The Bench Press: Techniques and Methods

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Download The Conjugate Method: Introduction to Bench Press Training (E‑Book) here Tom & Burley delve into the intricacies of bench pressing, foc...

Mastering the Dynamic Effort Method

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Westside Barbell podcast, the Tom & Burley delve into the complexities of the Dynamic Effort Method, discussing its purpose...

Conjugate Method for Combat Athletes: The Westside Barbell Way

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the debut episode of the Westside Barbell Combat Sports Strength & Conditioning Podcast, hosts Tom Barry and Burley Hawk introduce listeners to...

Ask Westside #1: The Max Effort Method

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this power-packed episode, we dive deep into the Max Effort Method—not just the “what,” but the “how” and “why” behind one of the mos...

How Westside Barbell Builds Brutal Strength with The Maximal Effort Method

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tom Barry and Burley Hawk as they explore the mindset, culture, and methods behind Westside’s Maximal Effort training. From Louie Simmons’ le...

The Conjugate Method for High School Football Strength, Speed, and Durability

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into why the Conjugate Method, pioneered and popularized by Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell, is particularly effective for...

Unracked Webinar: The Conjugate Method with Tom Barry

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is the Unracked: Mastering the Conjugate Method webinar Tom did with BridgeAthletic   "UNRACKED is a live event series from BridgeAth...

Dynamic Effort Combined Training at Westside Barbell – How to Build Speed & Power

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast, Tom Barry and Burley Hawk break down Dynamic Effort Training, its role in building explosive strength...

Driven by Westside: Anthony Schlegel

23 Jan 2025

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In this episode of Driven by Westside, join Tom Barry of Westside Barbell as he picks up former Ohio State linebacker, NFL athlete and renowned streng...

Strength Training and Athletic Performance, How Training Intent Impacts Performance

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, using a recent training example in the gym, Tom & Burley discuss utilizing the conjugate method for strength training and how ...

Westside Barbell 2025

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast for 2025. Tom & Burley recap the last 2 years at Westside. They discuss Louie's passi...

From Five to 500: A Journey of Recovery and Strength with Tommy Richardson

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Tommy Richardson, a former USMC Infantryman and Navy SEAL with a combined 26 years of service. Tommy is a Guest Contr...

Unlocking Peak Performance: How Applied Behavior Analysis Transforms Athletes with Sarah Welsh

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Welsh, an expert in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to explore how ABA is applied to enhance performance in ...

Westside Recap: Inside ADCC 2024, Athlete Updates, UFC PI Tour #84

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Westside Recap: Inside ADCC 2024, Athlete Highlights, UFC PI Tour & More Today's episode is a solo cast with Tom, where he recaps the last 3 mo...

Mastering Strength and Strategy: Dante Leon’s ADCC Prep #83

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tom Barry in this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast featuring elite grappler Dante Leon. Dive deep into Dante's journey as he prepares for ...

The Journey and Strength Training of "The Immortal' Matt Brown #82

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tom Barry in this episode of the Westside Barbell Podcast featuring "The Immortal" Matt Brown. Deep dive into Matt's journey as he shares his...

Women's Pro Lacrosse Strength Training : Ally Kennedy #81

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tom Barry as he chats with Ally Kennedy, Pro Lacrosse Player and Westside Barbell Athlete. Learn about how she started lacrosse, what brought her...

Training for Professional MMA: Myles Robinson #80

04 Jul 2024

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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 ...

How to Optimize Athlete Health: Doctor Shawn Bailey #79

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. Baile...

How to Get Started with Conjugate Training - #78

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. Addre...

Should Athletes Train Conjugate #77

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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, inclu...

MMA Strength & Conditioning: Lance Palmer #76

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional MMA fighter Lance Palmer about the importance of balancing conditioning and strength training, espe...

Skateboarding and Strength: Neen Williams #75

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tom Barry interviews professional skateboarder and fitness coach Neen Williams. They discuss how Neen balances his passion for skateb...

Strongman at Westside, MMA Coaching, Onnit - Craig Bongelli - WSBB#74

15 Sep 2023

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Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:   -Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/   - The Butcher & Grocer: https:...

Westside Style MMA Training, Muay Thai Champion, Double Knockout - WSBB #73 - Dorian Price

31 Aug 2023

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Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:   -Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/   - The Butcher & Grocer: https:...

Beginner’s Guide To Conjugate: The Maximal Effort Method

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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Internship at Westside Barbell, Learning From Louie, Integrity - WSBB #72 - Jordan Syatt

10 Jul 2023

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Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: -Studio Sponsor: CLMS - https://clmslandscapes.com/ - The Butcher & Grocer: https://theb...

Beginner’s Guide To Conjugate - Introduction

27 Jun 2023

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Working with MMA Athletes, Stipe Miocic, being a Performance Coach and more.. -WSBB#71-Bobby Kaleal

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Kaleal is an award-winning performance coach, entrepreneur, inventor, and keynote speaker who specializes in extracting greatness out of individ...

Professional Grappling, Pioneering Strength Training in BJJ, The Illusion of going ”All Out”-WSBB#70

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dante Leon is an accomplished Canadian grappler as well as a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu,  Leon is widely recognized as one of the most talente...

Conjugate for Tactical Training, Training Different Demographics & More, - Jason ”Gus” Gusic - WSBB#69

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The concept of Conjugate Tactical predates our official launch in 2018 back nearly 10 years. Serving in a number of roles at Westside Barbell for near...

Utilizing The Conjugate Method, Dedication To Athletes And More... - WSBB#68 -Brian Bott

18 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Bott is the owner and day to day operational Manager of Sports AdvantEdge and Edge Baseball. He has been a performance coach for over 20 years. ...

Patience - Gary Benford - WSBB 67

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Benford is world record holding powerlifter and loyal member of the Westside Barbell Alumni.  He starting training with Louie  back in 590 Larc...

”Adapt On The Fly” - Dustin Brancheau - WSBB#66

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin is the Owner/Special Strengths Coach of Advantedge Sports Marquette, MI. Dustin is well experienced and highly qualified coach, most notably co...

”At Least 3” - Gerry 0 - WSBB#65

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's podcast we have the man, the myth, the legend that is Gerry O. A true Westsider, he is known loyal training partner and equally powerful mo...

Training Always Evolves - George Halbert & Tony Ramos - WSBB#65

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's podcast we have George Halbert and Tony Ramos.  George Halbert is the most decorated bencher in Westside History, breaking 11 All-Time Wor...

Q’n’A with Louie Simmons - WSBB #64

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is a special format for today's episode. The production team here at Westside, while working on upcoming projects, recovered unaired Q'n'A files...

”God Damn Chicken Hawk” - Chicken Hawk - WSBB #63

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest on the podcast is Chicken Hawk, another valued member of Westside History. We go through CH's start at Westside in late 90's, the traini...

Functional Range Conditioning - DR. ANDREO A. SPINA & John Quint - WSBB #62

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Andreo A.Spina holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from McMaster University. He later graduated with summa cum laude and clinic honors from the...

Return Of The Newark Boys - Josh Gutridge, Joe Bayless, Tim Harold & Zach Cole - WSBB#61

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of the podcast we catch up with the Newark Boys. All highly accomplished lifters and loyal members of Westside. They discuss going ...

Always Analyze, Never Criticize - Gary Sanger - WSBB#60

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Sanger is an integral member of Westside History and began training under Louie back at the Garage of 590 Larcomb in the late 70's. He's a highly...

Q’n’A with Laura Phelps - WSBB#59

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Phelps-Stackhouse currently holds 5 all-time world records, has the #1 total, by formula, across all weight classes, and is the first female to ...

It’s a Marathon, not a Sprint - Jason Coker - WSBB #58

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Coker is a professional powerlifter and coach, whom during his tenure at Westside Barbell broke multiple world records. Outside of lifting, he i...

The Newark Boys - Josh Gutridge & Joe Bayless - WSBB #57

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Gutridge & Joe Bayless, aka "The Newark Boys", began training at Westside Barbell in the late 90's back when the gym was located on Demorest Rd. ...

Westside Barbell Podcast #56 - Bill Whittaker & Jim Seitzer

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bill and Jim were a part of the original crew that trained under the guidance of Louie.  Bill was Louie's first training partner back in the when Lou...

Westside Barbell Podcast #55 - Combat Sports Q’n’A

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tom and Loper sit down to answer your questions on training for Combat Sports Timesstamps 00:00 intro 00:27 In-season Wrestling Trai...

Westside Barbell Podcast #54 - Laura Phelps & Tony Ramos

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Phelps-Stackhouse currently holds 5 all-time world records, has the #1 total, by formula, across all weight classes, and is the first female to ...

Westside Barbell Podcast #53 - Chuck, Markus, Dom and Tom

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is special episode of the podcast as it's the first podcast recorded inside the gym of Westside Barbell. The guests for today's podcast couldn't ...

Westside Barbell Podcast #52 Q&A with Tom and Loper

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, Tom and Loper go over your questions submitted from Instagram Some of the topics covered include: - Westside and The F...

Westside Barbell Podcast #51 - Coe & Gritter, The Night Crew

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bob Coe and Jeff "Gritter" Adams ran the Night Crew at Westside for many years. Coe initially came to Westside in 1979, alongside Matt Dimmel while Gr...

Westside Barbell Podcast #50 - Jim Seizter, The First Member

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Seitzer has an elite total of 1824.3 and is a former Mr. USA. Jim was a founding member of Westside Barbell, training under Louie back in the Base...

Westside Barbell Podcast #49 - The Deadlift

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Louie and Tom answer your questions on the deadlift in this episode. Regarded as the king of all lifts, the deadlift is an essential exercise. Topics ...

Westside Barbell Podcast #48 - Jud Logan, Box Jumps and Explosive Power

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jud Logan (July 19, 1959 – January 3, 2022) was a hammer thrower, highly decorated athlete and a 4 time Olympian. He competed in the 1984, 1988, 199...

Westside Barbell Podcast #47 - Olympic Weightlifting

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Louie and Tom discuss the USA weightlifting team's performance at the 2020 Olympics. Louie outlines the challenges facing American weightlifting and w...

Westside Barbell Podcast #46 - The Origins of The Conjugate Method and Westside Barbell

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Louie Simmons and Tom Barry discuss the original Westside Barbell from Culver city, where you got the conjugate method from, and mod...

Westside Barbell Podcast #45 - Louie Simmons and John Quint - NFL Injuries

24 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, John Quint joins Louie Simmons and Tom Barry to discuss the injury rate in the NFL. Within the first week of 2019, the NFL lost a...

Westside Barbell Podcast #44 - Fundamentals Q&A with Coach Josh Bush

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast, Louie Simmons is joined by Coach Josh Bush who is the base Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach at Fort Knox for Reef Systems.   ...

Westside Barbell Podcast #43 - Behind These Walls

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Louie Simmons shares the real history of Westside Barbell and what impact the original Westside Barbell Club in Culver City had on h...

Westside Barbell Podcast #42 - Five things you should know about the Bench Press!

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Louie is going over some crucial teaching points for those wanting a better bench. Need More Info Article - How to bench 500lbs Easy! https://www.w...

Westside Barbell Podcast #41 - Jeremy Smith

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Louie Simmons sits down with Westside's newest member Jeremy Smith to talk all things training. Jeremy is a dwarf powerlifter from We...

Westside Barbell Podcast #40 - Peter Bremner

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Bremner is the number one deadlifter in Ireland and the newest recruit to join Westside Barbell. In this podcast, Louie sits down with Peter to ...

Episode 39 - Louie Simmons talks with Nick Showman

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Louie sits down and talks training with Nick Showtime of Showtime Strength. They go in-depth on strength training for Softball and go...

Episode 38 - Tom Barry talks with Matt Brown

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tom Barry talks with UFC fighter Matt Brown to discuss the athletes perspective on a good strength and conditioning system and coach....

Episode 37 - Louie Simmons talks with Dan Green

05 Mar 2019

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Louie sits down with world known powerlifter Dan Green. Dan’s best meet total in the 242’s is 2210lb, and best pulls in the gym are an 881lb sumo ...

Episode 36 - Louie Simmons talks with Dave Hoff

11 Feb 2019

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In this episode brought to you by the conjugateclub.com, Louie Simmons sits down with Westside's resident World Record holder Dave Hoff to discuss hi...

Episode 35 - Louie Simmons meets Ashley Jones

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this months podcast, John Ashley Jones joins us for a discussion on his journey through strength and conditioning. Ashley is a HIGHLY respected st...

Westside Barbell Audio Articles 04 - Westside Mass Production

24 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Louie briefly talks about Westside Barbells submaximal effort that helped developed 10 athletes to have raw benched over 600lbs.   Hope You Enjoy,  ...

Westside Barbell Audio Articles 03 - No Body Said It Would Be Easy

17 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“No one said it would be easy” should have been stamped on my forehead as I started my full-time powerlifting career. - Louie Simmons This audio ...

Westside Barbell Audio Articles 02 - Strength training for the sprinter

17 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this article, Louie goes in-depth on how to accurately train strength for a sprinter,   Hope You Enjoy,   Tom 

CC Bitesize Chat - Dr. Nicholas Romanov and Louie Simmons

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is a small segment of the Conjugate Chat video interview we did today with Dr. Nicholas Romanov and Louie Simmons. To Listen and Watch in full g...

Episode 34 - Untold Fitness Meets Louie Simmons

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Another audio segment that was snagged from a phone call interview Louie did with Untold Fitness, Hope you Enjoy

Episode 33 - Lift Lab Meets Louie Simmons

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We took audio from an interview done by Lift Lab when they visited Westside Barbell back in 2016. Louie drops some valuable nuggets of information d...

Westside Audio Articles - Assessing The Assessment

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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....

Episode 32 - Box Squatting

04 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Episode 31 - Raising Work Capacity

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 wor...

Episode 30 - Low Back Pain Syndrome

20 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 Barb...

Episode 29 - The Rule Of Three

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Episode 28 - Conjugate Periodization

24 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by John Quint, Travis, JJ and Josh from Strong8. The topics discussed are conjugate periodization, the Westside system ...

Episode 27 - Strong8 and IFBB Pro Seth Shaw

25 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Episode 26 - Bobby Maximus (Gym Jones)

28 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Bobby Maximus gives his thoughts, philosophies and insights on training. Bobby also describes what it is like to train at Westside Bar...

Episode 25 - Athletic Float Restoration

14 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 24 - The 40 Yard Dash

24 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

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™...

Episode 23 - Training outside the groove

19 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

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 m...

Episode 22 - The Weaknesses of a Weightlifter

24 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Louie Simmons evaluates the strength of a weightlifter that just came and trained at Westside Barbell. Warning Louie's findings may s...

Episode 21 - Louie Simmons reveals how he overcame his injuries to succeed

04 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Louie Simmons reveals in detail how he rehabbed from multiple career ending injuries to become stronger than ever. Today Louie is join...

Episode 20 - Weightlifting Progress

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast Louie updates our listeners on some of the modifications and success stories lifters are having by utilizing some of his strength trai...

Episode 19 - Wes McCormick

04 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast begins with Louie Simmons breaking down in great detail his latest patented invention The Static Dynamic Developer. It covers its concept...

Episode 17 - Travis Mash Interviews Louie Simmons

13 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 discus...

Episode 15 - The Top 50 Most Asked Questions Answered !

25 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Within this episode Louie Simmons, John Quint and Chris Marrang explain the importance of understanding the force posture curve and why partial ranges...

Episode 13- The Deadlift

10 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 speci...

Episode 12- The Origin Of The Conjugate System

01 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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-referenc...

Episode 11- Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the upper body

24 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the Upper Body In our second live recorded podcast Louie Simmons and Tom Barry discuss the Maximal E...

Episode 10- Maximal Effort and Dynamic Effort Methods for the lower body

11 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 9- Westside Barbell Training Partners

10 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Louie Simmons breaks down all the training partners he has had along the different generations of Westside lifters. In this podcast yo...

Episode 8- The Importance Of Monitoring Volume and Intensity in Training

18 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Louie goes in to great detail on Training Volume and how to calculated it optimally for maximal results. Louie also discuses the impor...