IPC Powerlifting publishes new Rules and Regulations

The new IPC Powerlifting Rules and Regulations were outlined for the road to Rio 2016. 10 Jan 2013
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Zoe Newson had to battle with her nerves to win the bronze medal at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

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At the London 2012 Games, 200 athletes competed in 20 medal events in powerlifting.

The offfical 2013-2016 IPC Powerlifting Rules and Regulations were published and came into effect on 1 January 2013.

The Rules and Regulations update was completed after having followed all processes and input from the Sport Technical Committee and management team, as well as recommendations agreed upon at the 2010 Kuala Lumpur Sport Forum.

Please find the updated Rules and Regulations here.

Should you have any questions regarding the rules please contact: ipcpowerlifting@paralympic.org.