For Powerlifting, there are two competitions that Veterans
can choose - Seated Deadlift and Bench Press.

SEATED DEADLIFT. Open to Veterans in the Class II,
III, IV, V and new Class VI. All Veterans must demonstrate
the appropriate movement standards at the
mandatory Weightlifting Weigh-In on July 9 from
10a-2p in HPCC-Hall A. The competition will consist of
three lifts and the final score is the amount of weight
of their largest lift.

BENCH PRESS. Veterans will conduct three lifts. The
final score is the amount of weight of their largest
lift. The lift will be completed as defined by the IPC
Powerlifting Rules. Competitors will begin their lift at
height and then lower the bar to the chest in a fully
controlled manner without heaving or bouncing the
bar while visibly stopping on the chest and then press
it upwards again. There must be a visible break in
the lowering motion and the raising movement when
the bar touches the chest of the competitor. Once the
competitors’ arms are locked out and the bar is firmly
under controlled, then the competitor can “rack” the
bar. Assistance to rack the bar is permitted.

For 2026: Medals will be given by Bodyweight, Group
or Class as appropriate, Division and Sex.

• IA, IB and IC Veterans will compete in Class,
Division and Sex.
• Group 1 will consist of Veteran athletes classified
as Class II and III.
• Group 2 will consist of Veteran athletes classified
as Class IV and V.
• Group 3 will consist of Veteran athletes classified
as Class VI.