Russian Powerlifting Federation. Difference between AWPC and WPC. Equipment and its specifications

Russian Powerlifting Federation. Difference between AWPC and WPC. Equipment and its specifications

Since there are many different powerlifting federations in Russia and there are sanctions for moving from one to another, there will be information about tournaments of alternative federations so that you can distinguish between the official and alternative federations.
For those who are just planning to compete or return to the platform after a break, as well as for coaches who must convey this information to their students. In Russia, powerlifting is quite popular and is gaining momentum every year, including competitions in individual movements, with and without equipment - this is a good trend. At the same time, there is only 1 federation accredited by the Ministry of Sports of Russia and many alternative (commercial) ones, each with its own Rules, its own leaders, its own conditions for assigning categories, accepting applications, fees, etc. Therefore, seeing an invitation to competitions, standards, etc. see what version these competitions are held in and accordingly study the websites and Rules of this organization: IPF/EPF/FPR, WPC/WPO, WRFPF, NAP, Russian Powerlifters Union, ASM “Vityaz” and many others. ABOUT OUR FEDERATION Vk.com/powertlt is a group created to provide information support to the Powerlifting Federation of the city. Tolyatti. Powerlifting Federation Togliatti (hereinafter referred to as FPT) was founded in 1999 and is subject to the Technical Rules of the IPF (International Powerlifting Federation). Text of the Rules in the Documents https://fpr-info.ru/ Broadcast of international competitions IPF and EPF (European Powerlifting Federation) https://goodlift.info/

According to the IPF Rules, the World Games are held - games in sports that are not included in the Olympic Games, but are fighting for recognition as Olympic sports. In this regard, the IPF is also subject to the requirements of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), in particular in 2011 the number of weight categories was reduced in order to reduce the time of competitions and fit them into the Olympic program. Doping control is carried out only by WADA, in Russia - by RUSADA. This is another reason for the disagreement of the Russian Ministry of Sports with alternative federations, because in the alternative, they have their own doping laboratories, their own lists of prohibited substances that do not meet the requirements of the IOC.

FPR - Russian Powerlifting Federation https://fpr-info.ru/ FPR is the only official federation in Russia accredited by the Ministry of Sports of Russia. Therefore, the ranks are assigned by the Ministry and not by the federation itself, so it takes longer than the alternative. See the conditions for assigning ranks and titles on the website of the Ministry of the Samara Region. Each category and title has its own requirements - the number of participants in the category, the rank of the competition, the level of judging, etc.

According to the IPF/FPR Rules, competitions are held in powerlifting and classic powerlifting, bench press and classic bench press, bench press among athletes with a disability, among universities. Separate competitions for squat and deadlift are not held (there is only a draw for small medals by counting them from triathlon at the European and World Championships). Age categories: boys and girls - 14-18 years old, juniors and juniors 19-23 years old, open age category (from 14 years old), veterans 40-49 (M-1), 50-59 (M-2), 60- 69 (M-3), 70-79 (M-4) years.

There is a 1 year suspension for participation in alternative competitions. There is a lot of controversy about this, but it is what it is. Please take this into account when planning your performances. There is no longer a lifetime ban (repealed in 2008), also, if you previously competed as an alternative and FIRST decided to compete under the IPF/FPR Rules, then you are allowed to compete in the official federation WITHOUT suspension. This Resolution of the FPR is below.

What is powerlifting?

At the beginning of the 20th century, strength gymnastics originated in Russia. Dr. Kraevsky's athletic club promoted simple truths:

• a man must be strong and strong, no matter what he does;
• Weight training allows anyone to become strong;
• You need to exercise regularly and according to plan, perform squats, deadlifts and presses.

But in the first half of the 20th century, only weightlifting developed. Weightlifters squatted, bench pressed and standing, performed deadlifts with different grips, and biceps curls to become stronger. They competed with each other in these movements behind the scenes. Over time, squats, deadlifts and presses have become popular among regular gym goers. The first unofficial US championship in these three movements was held in 1964. And in 1972, the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) was created.

Since then, competitions have been held according to modern rules:

1. Athletes are divided into weight categories.
2. Men and women compete separately.
3. Three attempts are given to complete each exercise.
4. The tournament begins with the squat, then the press, and the deadlift finishes everything off.
5. Exercises are performed according to certain rules. The squat begins at the judge's command. The athlete must reach the depth of the squat, at which the pelvic bones are below the knee joint, and stand up. In the bench press, according to the rules of different federations, there are either three (start, press, racks) or two commands (press and racks), but everywhere you need to touch the chest with the bar and press only on command. In the deadlift, you need to raise the weight and wait for the judge’s command, only then lower it.
6. Approaches not done on command, with double movements and technical errors (under-squatting in a squat, lifting the pelvis off the bench in a press, under-extended shoulders and unstraightened knees in a deadlift) are not counted.
7. The winner is determined by the sum of three exercises in each weight category and in the absolute standings. To calculate weights in absolute terms, the coefficients used are Wilks, Glossbrenner or the new coefficient used in IPF.

Powerlifting is a non-Olympic sport . The Paralympic program includes only the bench press, but all federations hold World Championships, where the strongest athletes gather.

In Russia there is a system of youth sports schools, where powerlifting sections operate and boys and girls train. Adult athletes train with commercial trainers and pay for their own training.

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Definition

WPC

is the World Powerlifting Congress, a non-profit international organization of powerlifters founded by Ernie Franz in 1986 and including 30 member states. The main goal of the association is to hold powerlifting competitions, establish uniform rules, standards and approaches to this sport, and create conditions for the development of this sport throughout the world.

AWPC

- This is the Amateur World Powerlifting Congress, an amateur league of the WPC, the standards of which are much softer, and doping control is in place during competitions. This division is called the “league of naturals,” that is, those athletes who do not use prohibited substances to build muscle mass and improve results. At the same time, among the participants the attitude towards both leagues is extremely positive, since they were created “by powerlifters for powerlifters.”

Comparison

The official website of the World Powerlifting Congress states that the only difference between the AWPC and the WPC is that the first league has doping controls, while the second does not. However, upon careful study of the issue, other features can be noted. Thus, AWPC, with the same rules, has much softer standards than WPC.

Thus, an amateur organization is more suitable for beginner athletes, while a professional organization is more suitable for those who have been involved in powerlifting for a long time and are able to demonstrate high results. In addition, the AWPC division was created so that all participants could compete “on a single platform,” that is, using only natural data.

Federation RDFPF

The Federation is a representative of the international lifting federation WDFPF, headquartered in St. Petersburg. Doping control is carried out in the same way as in the AWPC.

RDFPF standards for men (clickable photo)

RDFPF standards for women (clickable photo)

I don’t know exactly how it differs from others, except for mandatory doping control, but as they say, it’s good when you have a choice.

Conclusions website

1. Meaning. The WPC is a single international organization that includes the AWPC league.
2. Competitive level. WPC is a professional division, AWPC is an amateur division.
3. Check for the use of prohibited drugs. The AWPC has doping controls, the WPC does not.
4. Standards. The requirements for exercise results to receive a rank in the AWPC are significantly lower than those of the WPC.

Powerlifting Federation WPC/AWPC. WRC AWPC Rules. Age groups. Divisions. Equipment.

World Powerlifting Congress (WPC) stands for World Powerlifting Congress. Founded in 1986. Founding father - Ern Franz. There are now more than 40 countries in the WPC. This organization is perhaps the most famous alternative federation. Created recently, in 2015, it is designed to compete with it.

Website of the international federation: www.worldpowerliftingcongress.com

Powerlifting Federation of the Moscow Region AVPS VPS: https://www.moscow-wpc.ru/

The WPC has the following age divisions:

Briefly about the WPC division

1. Competitions: bench press, deadlift
2. Divisions of the WPC Powerlifting Federation - no equipment, single-layer equipment and multi-layer equipment
3. Important details. When using equipment, you must remember that shirts and overalls should have no more than three layers, the length of knee bandages no more than 2.5 m, and wristbands no more than 1 m. The belt should be no wider than 10 centimeters.
4. Weigh-in takes place one day and two hours before the competition.
5. Equipment for competitions is a monolift, as well as special bars for squats, bench presses and deadlifts.

AWPC is a branch of the WPC/AWPC federation, only amateurs compete. At each competition, 10 percent of participants undergo doping control.

The AWPC has the following age divisions:

Briefly about the AWPC division

1. Competitions: bench press, powerlifting, deadlift
2. Divisions of the AWPC Powerlifting Federation - no equipment, single-layer equipment and multi-layer equipment
3. Important details. When using equipment, you must remember that shirts and overalls should have no more than three layers, length

Many weightlifters often come across such phrases as “APWC and WPC standards.” Due to the insufficient amount of information, the meanings of the abbreviations, as well as the standards themselves, remain a mystery to them. After reading this article, you will learn:

• what are AWPC and WPC standards;
• what is their fundamental difference;
• get data according to AWPC standards.

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What are AWPC and WPC

Due to the popularity of powerlifting, which is becoming more and more popular these days, new federations of this sport are emerging. Hundreds of athletes flock to such associations, because such organizations, on the one hand, hold powerlifting competitions, and on the other, they allow you to get a rank. What are AWPC and WPC?

WPC (World Powerlifting Congress) is a powerlifting organization founded in 1986 by Ernie Franz. This is an international non-profit congress that unites more than 30 countries under its auspices. Largely thanks to this organization, powerlifting is becoming increasingly popular as a sport throughout the world. WPC performs the following functions:

• establishes the rules for holding powerlifting competitions;
• establishes standards thanks to which athletes can receive a rank;
• creates conditions for the development of powerlifting;
• organizes and conducts events in the sport under discussion.

AWPC (Amateur World Powerlifting Congress) is an offshoot of the WPC professional league, which is characterized by more lenient standards and strict doping control during powerlifting competitions. Another, unofficial name for the AWPC is the “League of Straight People.” This organization is called this way because competition participants achieve their sporting results without the use of chemicals to build muscle mass and enhance the physiological characteristics of the body.

Powerlifters consider it an honor to belong to both one and the other organization.

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AWPC Standards

Let's get straight to the numbers. APWC can be classified according to three parameters:

1. By type of exercise the athlete performs:

2. According to how the athlete is equipped:

• In equipment (single-layer equipment, multi-layer equipment).
• No equipment.

3. Differences in rank standards for men and women.

Below are three subparagraphs, under each of which there are detailed tables with standards for each type of exercise performed. On the left side of each table the weight category of the athlete is indicated.

IPF Federation

One might say that it is the most prestigious federation, but its qualifications are rumored to be listed abroad. It’s better not to say anything about their official website, unless of course that’s what I found. This is a very poor creation made in html. It’s good that there are regional websites where you can view current standards.

IPF standards for men (clickable photo)

IPF standards for women (clickable photo)

All exercises are performed in special equipment, which gives some increase to your results. This equipment is not cheap and is specially selected. For world champions it is usually made to order. Each federation has its own equipment T-shirts, bandages, etc. that are “allowed” for competitions. Although most often I met the company inzer on athletes.

Squats

So what are the AWPC standards? The squat is one of the three basic powerlifting exercises. In this case, equipment means bandages for hands and knees, as well as belts.

The standards for athletes without equipment are as follows:

If multi-layer equipment is used, then you need to focus on the following values:

If an athlete competes in single-layer equipment, then the standards are as follows:

Bench press

We continue to consider AWPC standards. The bench press requires the following equipment: wrist bandages and a T-shirt (shirt).

Here's what the standards for this exercise look like if you don't use equipment:

Multi-layer equipment implies an increase in parameters:

When competing in single-layer equipment, the numbers are also slightly different:

The information in the tables changes periodically. The article provides the latest data, which was approved in 2012.

AWPC Standards: Deadlift

Equipment for this is a belt, a special suit, knee bandages.

So, without equipment, you should focus on the following standards.

It can be multi-layered, as well as from a material of any thickness, but it can be a single tights along the entire length. The straps of the suit must be worn over the athlete's shoulders during all exercises in competition. Velcro straps are allowed. The suit can be any color, plain or multi-colored. The suit must have trouser legs that, when fully put on, should not come into contact with the knee bandages, or “cover” the knee joints completely or partially. Women are permitted to wear a one-piece leotard that matches the required costume design. Leotards with sleeves or high-cut legs (like a swimsuit) are prohibited. Wearing more than one suit is not allowed.

Platform

All exercises must be performed on a platform measuring at least 2.46m x 2.46m (8 x 8 ft). The surface must be durable, non-slip and completely flat in the part where the competitive exercises are carried out. The surface of the platform may be covered with rubber mats or other similar flooring material. During competitive exercises, the presence of persons other than the athlete, assistants assigned to the squat and bench press, three judges and other officials, if necessary, is prohibited on the platform. Any cleaning or installation of the platform should be carried out only by assistants. At all world championships there must be a podium for awarding athletes.

Athletes aged 13 years and older are allowed to participate in the competition. There is a special restriction that the athlete must be 13 years old by the day of the competition, otherwise he will not be allowed to compete. Age division is carried out into 5 categories:

The rules of the World Powerlifting Congress (WPC) establish competitions within the federation, consisting of three exercises that must be performed in strict sequence: 1. squats with a barbell on the shoulders; 2. bench press lying on a horizontal bench;

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What are AWPC and WPC

Due to the popularity of powerlifting, which is becoming more and more popular these days, new federations of this sport are emerging. Hundreds of athletes flock to such associations, because such organizations, on the one hand, hold powerlifting competitions, and on the other, allow them to earn a rank. What are AWPC and WPC?

WPC (World Powerlifting Congress) is a powerlifting organization founded in 1986 by Ernie Franz. This is an international non-profit congress that unites more than 30 countries under its auspices. Largely thanks to this organization, powerlifting is becoming increasingly popular as a sport throughout the world. WPC performs the following functions:

• establishes the rules for holding powerlifting competitions;
• establishes standards thanks to which athletes can receive a rank;
• creates conditions for the development of powerlifting;
• organizes and conducts events in the sport under discussion.

AWPC (Amateur World Powerlifting Congress) is an offshoot of the WPC professional league, which is characterized by more lenient standards and strict doping control during powerlifting competitions. Another, unofficial name for the AWPC is the “League of Straight People.” This organization is called this way because competition participants achieve their sporting results without the use of chemicals to build muscle mass and enhance the physiological characteristics of the body.

Powerlifters consider it an honor to belong to both one and the other organization.

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Difference between AWPC and WPC

As you already understood from the text above, the main differences between AWPC and WPC are the presence of doping control in one of the organizations and the different “stringency” of standards. That is, a novice weightlifter will hardly be able to achieve any significant results if he gets into the WPC competition, because only professional powerlifters who have been involved in this sport for many years, and often do not deny themselves various kinds of chemistry, participate in them.

With the competitions held by the AWPC, things are different. AWPC standards can be achieved by an athlete who has been involved in powerlifting for 2-3 years and has an aptitude for this sport. As a rule, it is at AWPC competitions that amateur powerlifters receive their first ranks, such as candidate master of sports, master of sports, and so on.

To summarize the block that describes the differences between WPC and AWPC, here are a few main points:

1. AWPC is a league that is a branch of the WPC, or, in other words, is part of it.

2. If we talk about competitive levels, the WPC is intended for professionals in powerlifting, and the AWPC is for masters in this sport.

3. AWPC is a “League of Naturals” that does not allow people who use doping to participate in the competitive process, which cannot be said about the WPC, where it is possible to perform under the influence of chemicals.

4. AWPC standards are more lenient than WPC. This makes the amateur league more successful in terms of getting ranks.

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AWPC Standards

Let's get straight to the numbers. APWC discharge standards can be classified according to three parameters:

1. By type of exercise the athlete performs:

2. According to how the athlete is equipped:

• In equipment (single-layer equipment, multi-layer equipment).
• No equipment.

3. Differences in rank standards for men and women.

Below are three subparagraphs, under each of which there are detailed tables with standards for each type of exercise performed. On the left side of each table the weight category of the athlete is indicated.

Standards, titles and categories

The FPR assigns ranks from 3rd youth to Honored Master of Sports . In alternative federations, instead of ZMS, the title “Elite” is awarded. The standards vary by weight category; they are different for men and women. The NAP and VPU have a “veteran coefficient”, which lowers the standard requirements for persons over 40 years of age.

As an example, the table below shows the IPF standards for the discipline “classical powerlifting”:

Squats

So what are the AWPC standards? The squat is one of the three basic powerlifting exercises. In this case, equipment means bandages for hands and knees, as well as belts.

The standards for athletes without equipment are as follows:

If multi-layer equipment is used, then you need to focus on the following values:

If an athlete competes in single-layer equipment, then the standards are as follows:

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AWPC Standards: Deadlift

Equipment for this basic exercise: belt, special suit, knee bandages.

So, without equipment, you should focus on the following standards: