Yeah, ill have to ask alex again, but im pretty sure the new england usapl made that call. Total b the rules apply to all levels of competition. Another image showing depth can be found in the usapl rulebook ipf affiliate this image depicts a deep squat, which, in competition benefits the lifter during a competition squat because the judge has only a few seconds to decide if your squat is legal depth, the slightly lower than legal depth will mean fewer red lights. Usapl is a proud member nation of the international powerlifting federation ipf usapl is a proud affiliate of the international world games association iwga usa powerlifting. In this guide, we discuss the technical rules of the bench press in a. One leveradjustable squatbench press rack or equivalent as featured in usa powerliftingipf competition combo rack, eleiko, er, texas strength systems, westcary barbell, etc. The highest of the successful attempts will count towards a lifters total. If your federation requires your heels to stay down, the increased ankle range of motion will help with your leg drive and decrease the likelihood of your heels popping up. Please refer to their rulebook for exact clarification between the divisions and what level of equipment can be worn.
Noncitizen rules and procedures governing relocating athletes process to compete in usa powerlifting. And, honestly, text is somewhat of a poor format to convey the rules of a sport. According to usapl rule book as of 2017 a tshirt must be worn under the lifting suit by all lifters in the squat and bench press and by women in the deadlift. I bench with a pretty tall arch as a 181cm 105kg lifter ive never seen a man my size arch as much as i do and it. Wplf rule book warriors powerlifting federationwplf. A study that analyzed results from the usapl 21,963 individuals between january 1, 2012, and june 11, 2016 showed that there was a statistical difference between classic and equipped lift results because of the extra peg allowed for the squat and the bench press, but not for the deadlift.
Untold tips for your first usapl competition team fusion. Undershirt an undershirt commonly known as a t shirt of any color or colors must be worn under the lifting suit by all competitors during the performance of the squat and the bench press. The usapls or the ipfs definition or understanding of the bench rule is a contradiction and i dont want to bring up any names but if you navigate through a few of the sites such as powerliftingwatch and others you have usa officials saying motionless and length of a pause in the same sentence. Results 223 placing name yob team state lot weight squat bench press deadlift total. If this is something you have been considering, please know we need you. I did all 3 jobs for 4 years so i know its created some confusion for people as to whodoeswhat. Uspa platform ready, the official podcast of the united states powerlifting association.
Total b ompetition takes place between lifters in categories defined by sex, bodyweight and age. Join, renew or lookup your usa powerlifting membership. What the competition lifts look like the squat all. It has to be cotton or cottonpolyester blend, plain color, no logos, no pocket, and no collar. Usa powerlifting regional and friendly gyms arizona. It includes the basic rules currently used by usa powerlifting. Usapl rule question jake cannon wednesday, 29 march 2006, at 6. Some nasa members give their take on lifting in the usapl. The rules meeting was 10 minutes before the meet started and there was maybe at most couple sentences that were said. So ive made the decision to compete in usaplipf and hope to make a run at ipf classic worlds as a junior ill be 23 in 2018.
Page 35 of the usapl rule book outlines their drug testing policies and procedures. Maryland state championships md202006 in partnership with true core crossfit 1981 moreland pkwy building 4b bay 3, annapolis, md 21401. Please click on the graphic to come to the online scoresheet. You will check in with the registration table, present your photo id and your usa powerlifting card step 2 equipment gear check. The thing is, the rule book says that depth is breaking parallel. I guess its a good idea to have a copy of the rule book with you, just in case you get a bull call. If youre having trouble remembering all of the bench rules, if you prefer to watch rather than read, or if youd like to see a real world, bench press at a. From the press democrat article on bench rules and author kevin christensen. Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation ipf technical rules book 2 january 2019 general rules of powerlifting throughout this rule book, for reasons of brevity, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed apply to either sex. The ipf and usapl have several classifications for competitions. Tshirt must be worn during the squat and bench but deadlift you can be sleeve less. Like i said, the bench press is easily the most technically complex powerlift in terms of the rules.
Ipf approved equipmentgear equipment for state and local events will meet these technical specifications. The rule book also mentioned use of the official meet shirt or ipfusapl logo shirt. News usa powerlifting maryland promoting fun and drug. Usually people talk about this in connection with lifters having to squat inches past parallel to get white lights. Wow, what a experience usapl bench press nationals was. If you simply want a visual guide of a proper competition. Step by step explained body recomposition duration. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to write a comment.
The spf rule book southern powerlifting federationworld bench and powerlifting associationrules and regulations, updated 62111 general rules 1. Hear from amazing powerlifters, meet directors, gym affiliates, executive members of the federation, and many others. Technical rules international powerlifting federation ipf. Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation ipf technical rules book 8 january 2019. Bench press nationals results, photos, videos, comments. May or may not be a meet director or the state chair.
As an amazon associate, i earn a commission on qualifying purchases via affiliate links at no extra cost to you. So i have scanned the pages of the usapl rule book and put links to them below. Lifters handbook is designed for use by lifters and coaches. It is valid from january 1, 2020 through december 31, 2020. If anyone wants more indepth details on the whole gamut of regulations, check out the usapl rule book. The approved gear is shown below, grouped by equipment type and brand. I hope this makes powerlifting rules accessible and less intimidating for lifters looking to compete. Shirt a regular cotton tshirt, a specialized bench press shirt or an erector shirt are legal with the following stipulations. In the usapl, your heels must stay down during your bench press, but some other federations dont have the same rule. Usa powerlifting welcomes new member of the executive committee. Dd mykhailo zabrodin 100967 pennsylvania turinabol, dimethylbutylamine 29aug2015 4 years 29aug2019. Only costumes officially registered and approved by the ipf technical committee shall be permitted for use in powerlifting and bench press competitions. Competition a usapl recognizes the following lifts which must be taken in the same sequence in all competitions conducted under usaplipf rules. I believe nasa is a great i mean awesome organization and should not ever go ipf like the usapl bench press rules.
Kevin christensen has written a book for you, for us, about how to gain value and accomplishment from a situation that apparently offers so little of each. A thorough explanation of every single rule involving the bench press in powerlifting. No meet director can lift in there own meet that they are suppose to be either directing or codirecting. Anything else would depend on the jury, whom i imagine would use common sense in their decision making. Important announcement the usa powerlifting technical rule book has been revised. Socks that reach the bottom of the knee must be worn by all who deadlift. A powerlifting competition always starts with the squat, then the bench press, and then the deadlift. This is the uspa approved list of gear updated for 2020. Page 4, paragraph 2, 100% raw rule book, from their website. Here are a few things to consider as you prepare for your competition. The mens and womens open hampionships permit lifters of any age in excess of 14 years. The order in which lifters make their attempts will be based upon their chosen weights for each attempt. If a strict curl is contested it is usually done after the bench or after the deadlift.
Throughout this rule book, for reasons of brevity, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed to apply to either sex. He said that it was the rhode island and massachusetts usapl. At the risk of a stupid question, i read the rulebook and wanted to make sure i was completely clear on the tshirt requirements for a usapl meet. Usa powerlifting new rule update usa powerlifting new. The subjunior and junior bench press national champions in their respective weight classes from the bench press national championships will automatically be a member of the usa national team attending the ipf sub junior and junior classic and equipped bench press world championships subject to final approval from the national office. Usa powerlifting new hampshire is looking for more state referees to join our incredible team.
Responsible for ensuring the rule book, polices and bylaws are applied, and enforces said rules. Lifters handbook pdf usa powerlifting bylaws pdf ipf rulebook. There is a rule for thumbs on bench press and i figure that is the source of the confusion. Get uptodate with information on meets, rules, and other important news. A shirt is required for all lifters in the squat and bench press.
A bench press shirt is allowed for equipped lifters. T shirts can be v necked or round necked but must have sleeves. Some people even resort to wrist wraps but that is just a. Two layers of medical tape around your thumb is allowed. Your lifting gear singlets, tshirts, knee sleeves, wrist wraps, socks, shoes, belt etc will be inspected and approved prior to the start of the competition. How to bench press, with eric spoto 722 lb alltime raw world record holder duration. Throughout this rule book, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed to apply to either sex.