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Squat Competition Rules:
- You will have three attempts at a one-rep maximum. The winner is calculated by body weight to lift weight ratio.
- Your second and third attempts must be equal to or greater than your previous attempt.
- Your squat depth must be below parallel.
- Knees must be locked at both the beginning and end of the movement.
- You cannot step forward, backward, or to the side while squatting.
- You cannot touch your elbows and arms with your legs to support the movement.
- You cannot double bounce at the bottom or have any downward movement of the bar.
- Your body weight can be submitted as an estimate. Everyone will be weighed in on competition day.
- Swearing or arguing with the ref or other competitors will not be tolerated and will result in disqualification.
Bench Press Competition Rules:
- You will have three attempts at a one-rep maximum. The winner is calculated by body weight to lift weight ratio.
- Your second and third attempts must be equal to or greater than your previous attempt.
- Following Cues of Start, Press, Rack
- Your feet must be flat on the ground throughout the entire lift.
- Your arms must be locked out at the beginning and end of the lift.
- Your head, shoulders and posterior must touch the bench at all times.
- The barbell must touch your chest in a controlled manner (bouncing off the chest is not permitted).
- The barbell may not be lowered during the upward phase of the movement.
- Your body weight can be submitted as an estimate. Everyone will be weighed in on competition day.
- Swearing or arguing with the ref or other competitors will not be tolerated and will result in disqualification.
Deadlift Competition Rules:
- You will have three attempts at a one-rep maximum. The winner is calculated by body weight to lift weight ratio.
- Your second and third attempts must be equal to or greater than your previous attempt.
- The barbell may not be lowered during the upward phase of the movement.
- You must stand erect with your shoulders, back, and knees locked at the completion of the lift.
- You must return the bar to the floor while maintaining control with both hands.
- Your body weight can be submitted as an estimate. Everyone will be weighed in on competition day.
- Swearing or arguing with the ref or other competitors will not be tolerated and will result in disqualification.
Approved Equipment:
- Wrist Wraps
- Chalk
- Knee Sleeves
- Squat Pad
- Weightlifting Belt
- Shoes Required
Disclaimer for online submissions:
Please be advised that these movements, as with all, require proper technique. To avoid injury, we suggest you have prior knowledge and/or experience with this movement. If you are new to these movements and would still like to attempt them, we advise you to seek assistance from a fitness professional. Attempt this competition at your own risk.
