Westside Barbell is a renowned powerlifting gym located in Columbus, Ohio. It was founded by Louie Simmons and has gained fame for producing some of the world's strongest athletes. The training methods at Westside Barbell are focused on dynamic effort and maximal effort lifts, aiming to increase strength and power. The gym is known for its emphasis on the use of special equipment such as bands and chains to add resistance during lifts. Westside Barbell has a strong community of dedicated lifters who follow the conjugate method, which involves rotating different exercises to continually challenge the body and prevent plateaus. Overall, Westside Barbell is considered one of the most influential and successful powerlifting institutions in the world.

Westside Barbell mainly specializes in powerlifting equipment and accessories.