If worn, it shall be on the outside of the lifting suit and comply with requirements set out in the ipf technical rule book. Important announcement the usa powerlifting technical rule book has been revised. For updates or further clarification of ipf technical rules, please visit the ipf website at throughout this rule book, for reasons of brevity, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed to apply to either sex. Thus, this rulebook is adapted from the ipf rulebook and contains all ipf rules and regulations. Technical rules book 2019 international powerlifting federation ipf. These powerlifting rules shall govern all competition. Modifit powerlifting belt elite mm single prong small.
Legal powerlifting equipment specifications and rules. It covers everything that the referees will be looking for. Crystal palace powerlifting club ipf ledrington road, se19 2bb london, united kingdom rated 4. Please click on the graphic to come to the online scoresheet. The ipf technical committee tc has announced that beginning january 1, 2009 the ipf will no longer allow many of the bench shirts currently in use. Ipf legal bar specifications taken directly from the ipf rulebook. Each nation must submit a team roster giving the name of each lifter and hisher body weight category. Where awards are presented for best squat, bench press and deadlift or if a world record is broken, the same procedure will apply. Shirts that will be allowed must conform to certain standards found in the material testing report which the ipf commissioned. Thai powerlifting federation is dedicated to providing the highest quality and standard of drugfree. The current formula has been developed more than 25 years ago with data gathered between 1988 and 1994. If you have a query about british powerlifting, please first read our list of. Strike costume and from costume and personal equipment strike support shirt strike costume and under general rules of powerlifting pg 3 strike a. Technical rules book 2019 ipf international powerlifting.
International powerlifting federation ipf home facebook. Modifit powerlifting belt elite mm single prong small only. Technical rules book 20 international powerlifting. Important announcement the usa powerlifting technical. Technical rules international powerlifting federation ipf. Powerlifting rules for bench press complete guide avi silverberg posted on april 28, 2019 may 7, 2020 if youre thinking about competing in powerlifting, there is a specific set of rules for bench press that must be followed if you want to pass a lift successfully. Ipf approved equipmentgear equipment for state and local events will meet these technical specifications. The squat is the first lift performed at every single powerlifting meet. You can find both the links to the main homepage and rulebook of every powerlifting federation mentioned in the tables below right here. Weve all seen it before, forum member quadzilla88 posts an impressive squat video only to be told great effort, but youd get red lighted in a comp this is usually followed by mass confusion and forum civil war so heres a few technical rules from the.
As an amazon associate, i earn a commission on qualifying purchases via affiliate links at no extra cost to you. This is the uspa approved list of gear updated for 2020. The following page will contain tables that allow you to quickly and easily visually compare the various powerlifting federations and their rules. In the event of any conflict between the english and other language versions, the english version shall prevail. Precisely calibrated and certified for competition, the discs are guaranteed to be within the tolerances mandated by the 2017 ipf technical rule book. Years later, in november 1972, the international powerlifting federation ipf was founded. Ipf technical rules proposed changes powerlifting watch.
Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation. World records will fall as 12 men and 12 women battle to be crowned the champion of champions. Technical rules with maryland state powerlifting association annotations part 1. New ipf formula calculator usa powerlifting arizona. The alberta powerlifting union is now accepting applications. Highlighted proposed changes to the technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation. The available dataset was not as extensive as it is today. Nonsupportive wraps wraps made of medical crepe or bandage and sweatbands do not require ipf approval.
Judges and intramural staff have the right to declare any equipment illegal. The application of the approved belts list to usapl competition hinges on the usapl rulebook being changed to require. It is valid from january 1, 2020 through december 31, 2020. Many powerlifting federations use different bars for the different lifts.
If its your first time competing then our guide at the bottom of this page will help you greatly. Geared powerlifting stand on the shoulders of giants. Please check the approved list before purchasing any clothing or equipment for use in competition. Again, in case anybody is still unsure of the rules theres a handy ipf rulebook to set us straight. There are several reasons why the ipf decided to use a new ipf formula to calculate the ipf relative points. Throughout this rule book, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed to apply to either sex.
Grey skirt or trousers black dress shoes and socks white shirt or blouse short or long sleeves dark blue blazer. While it would appear that there are some significant changes proposed for the ipf technical rules pdf, perhaps the hype over changes in the performance of the bench press has been over stated when items such as support gear and the assignment of greater authority to the executive and technical committees seem much more significant. These are to ipf spec from technical rule book 2014 updated january 2014. This rule was designed for lifters who may have received some injury during the course of the lift, or perhaps the less ablebodied, e. Please note, these are heavy duty powerlifting belts that will be really stiff when you first get it. Powerlifting is an intense and exciting sport representing the ultimate test of physical and physiological strength. Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation d seams may be protected or strengthened by narrow gauge webbing or stretch material not exceeding 2 cm in width and 0. Best totals from national or international championships during the previous 12 months shall be stated. The application of the approved belts list to usapl competition hinges on the usapl rulebook being changed to require technical committee approval for belts and singlets. If youve used a decent powerlifting belt before you will know this and know it takes a bit of time for it to break in. Referee course 9th september townsville powerlifting.
Only ipf approved wraps shall be permitted for use in powerlifting competitions. The history of the international powerlifting federation. Shoes shall be taken to include only sports shoes sports boots. Apr 28, 2019 powerlifting rules for bench press complete guide avi silverberg posted on april 28, 2019 may 7, 2020 if youre thinking about competing in powerlifting, there is a specific set of rules for bench press that must be followed if you want to pass a lift successfully.
Special olympics new hampshire has created these rules based upon the governing body, the international powerlifting federation ipf rules for. A thorough explanation of every single rule involving the bench press in powerlifting. There are also rumours of extensive rulebook changes but the attachment detailing them wasnt available. Usa powerlifting rulebook pdf ipf technical and rules of performance are followed by the usa powerlifting as passed by the 2003 ngb. Scottish powerlifting competitions are run under ipf rules. Dont miss the incredible action get your tickets now from.
But if youre looking for everything else then we always refer people to the ipf technical rule book. Superior understanding of the ipf technical rule book, including. The rules for competition in powerlifting australia are as per the world powerlifting technical rules, with some minor variations established in the pa regulations 4. Substances baby powder, poolhall chalk, liquid chalk, resin, talc or magnesium carbonate are the only substances that may be added to the body or attire. Powerlifting relation partner official vip partner. The referee seminar cover the basics of the rules of the ipf technical rule book to get you familiar with the rules. Referee course 9th september townsville powerlifting australia. The approved gear is shown below, grouped by equipment type and brand. The international powerlifting federation technical rules. Technical rules book 2014 the official text of the technical rules shall be maintained by the ipf and shall be published in english. It covers everything that the referees will be looking for, approved equipment and. Highlights of 2019 world classic bench press championships masters.
Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation ipf technical rules book 2 03rd of february 2008 general rules of powerlifting throughout this rule book, for reasons of brevity, wherever the words he or his occur, such reference is deemed to apply to either sex. Rubber matting or similar sheeting materials are not permitted. Ok, ive seen one or two people ask what the criteria is for a failed lift in powerlifting. Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation ipf technical rules book 4 january 2019 7. This claim is supported by those in the athletic community as powerlifters hoist more weight per attempt than any other sport. Even though ipf was founded in 1971, powerlifting was up and running in 1968 olympics with several reputable athletes participating.
Upon receiving the chief referees signal the lifter must bend the knees and lower the body until the top surface of the legs at the hip joint is lower than the top of the knees. Technical rules with maryland state powerlifting association annotations. In general, i believe the nine members of the technical committee from various parts of the world are left to deal with all technical issues hence the name. Language included in these proposals seem to remove much of. Important announcement the usa powerlifting technical rule. The referee exam is based on the ipf technical rule book and requires 90% or better to pass.
Three electronic databases were systematically searched in. However, in 1972, the first official ipf world championships were staged in harrisburg, usa. At that time, the use of a belt 10 cm wide, wrist, and knee wraps was permitted and sanctioned 3. Technical rules book of the international powerlifting federation ipf technical rules book 3 january 2019 women open. The next year, in 1973, the first official ipf world championships were hosted, in harrisburg, usa. Men must wear a tshirt for the squat and benchpress only.
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