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Sports Offered
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Powerlifting |
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Powerlifting is about much more than squats, bench presses and deadlifts. It is about barriers, perseverance and success. Training, determination and attitude determine the fine line between success and failure. The bar may test an athlete's physical abilities, but an internal desire to improve — to not settle for less — is the drive behind the strain and dedication of the sport. Special Olympics powerlifters are eligible to compete in three lifts: the bench press, the deadlift and the squat, or in combinations of the above events.
As in all Special Olympics sports, athletes are grouped in competitive divisions according to ability level, age and gender. Special Olympics athletes must be 16 years of age before competing in powerlifting. |
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Powerlifting Facts
- Powerlifting was introduced to Special Olympics in 1983.
The 2003 Special Olympics World Summer Games powerlifting event had a total of 129 competitors representing more than 20 programs in the squat, bench press, deadlift and combination events.
Nine Minnesota delegations currently offer their athletes the opportunity to train and compete in powerlifting. To see a list of delegations offering powerlifting, click here.
Twenty-three athletes competed in powerlifting at the state level last year. For more information on powerlifting or Summer Games, contact Pam Bergerson.
In addition to competition at Summer Games, athletes can compete in powerlifting at the Area 3 competition. |
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Special Olympics Minnesota
Powerlifting Events
- Squat
- Bench Press
- Deadlift
- Combination I (Bench Press and Deadlift)
- Combination II (Bench Press, Deadlift and Squat)
Sports Rules
National Governing Body: International Powerlifting Federation
Special Olympics Incorporated: Powerlifting Rules (updated January 2008)
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