Event Date: Saturday, May 6
Location: To be announced
Duration: 12pm - 6pm
Cost: SGD 50 (inclusive of goodie bag - event tee, supplement and vouchers)
Cancellation and Refund Policy
*Registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds will be granted. Exceptional circumstances will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis by Higher Performance Pte Ltd.
Deadlift The competitor who successfully lifts the most weight wins.
Pullups The competitor who does the most repetitions wins.
Flexed-Arm Hang The competitor who maintains position above the bar for the longest wins.
Snatches The competitor who successfully performs the most repetitions wins.
Scoring is based on participation.
1 point for 1st place and 2 for 2nd and so on.
In the event of a tie, the pull-up goes to the heaviest person and the deadlift will go to the lightest.
A tie in the snatch test will stand
The competitor will lift the barbell and stand erect at the finish of the lift with the hips extended, knees locked, and shoulders above the hips.
Either conventional (grip outside the thighs) or sumo (inside) stance is acceptable.
Any type of grip is allowed. Chalk is the only grip aid allowed.
There will be no downward movement of the bar during the ascent.
No ramping (resting the barbell on the thighs during the lift) is allowed.
No hitching (re-bending the knees on the ascent) is allowed.
Upon the instructor’s “Down” command, the student will set the barbell down under control, the hands staying in contact with the barbell until it touches the ground.
Equipment allowed: Belt, knee sleeves (no knee wraps), wrist wraps (not wrist straps), and shoes
Equipment not allowed: No knee wraps, wrist straps, or powerlifting suits
Strict pullup form and grip is required. A chin-up grip (palms facing the competitor) is not allowed.
With a palms-forward, the competitor will pull up from a dead hang until his/her throat touches the bar.
Use pure strength; no swinging, kipping, or other use of momentum is allowed.
The throat must touch the bar. Touching the bar with the underside of the chin does not count.
A dead hang must be maintained for a minimum of 0.5 seconds before every repetition, including the first one.
For each successful rep, the referee will issue a count indicating a successful rep has been completed. The referee will issue the same repetition count if the rep fails to make the requirements (Throat to bar, dead hang after each rep, clear pause at the bottom and use of momentum).
The event is terminated when the competitor quits or fails to make three successive attempts.
Chin-up grip (palms facing the competitor) will be the grip used in this event.
With palms facing the competitor, the referee will assist the competitor until his/her throat is at the level of the bar before letting go and starting the time.
The throat must stay at the level of the bar. No resting of the chin on the bar as it will terminate this challenge.
The event is terminated when the competitor quits, is disqualified or bar dips to the chin level and below.
A snatch is executed by swinging a single kettlebell between the legs with one arm, bringing the kettlebell overhead in a single motion, and locking it out overhead (vertically so the bell is over the heels) with a straight arm. (12 o’clock or 11 o’clock if there are mobility restrictions)
After each rep, the competitor will let the kettlebell fall in a single motion (without dropping the kettlebell to the chest or shoulder) and perform another rep.
The knees must be locked out at the completion of the snatch for the rep to count.
The competitor may not place the non-lifting arm on the thigh or allow it to assist in any way. If the competitor allows the hand to rest on the thigh, assist the lift in any other way, a no count is called and the repetition is not counted.
Speed switches are allowed where the competitor switches arms in the middle of the snatch motion.
The competitor has five minutes to perform as many repetitions as possible. The judge will use a timer or stopwatch and will instruct the competitor when to begin. Once the timer starts, the competitor may begin using either arm and switch arms as many times as desired during the five minutes. The competitor may also set the kettlebell on the ground, rest, or pace on or around the platform provided he or she does not disturb other competitors.
The event is terminated when the time reaches five minutes or when the competitor quits.
The event is not terminated if the competitor violates a technical rule, but the rep preceding the violation does not count. After notification of a no count or a rule violation, the competitor may resume performing repetitions.
Competitors may use chalk to improve their grip and can reapply as often as needed. Tape can be used.
Either the hardstyle or Girevoy Sport (GS) style is allowed as long as the full lockout remains at the top position.
Equipment not allowed: Competitors may not use gloves or wrist guards (wrist guards can only be used if a previous medical condition exists).
The rules of the Strength Games are basic and straightforward. A brief rules meeting will precede each event.
Competitors must ask any relevant questions at this time. The referee may, at his/her discretion disallow any practice that he/she deems unsafe.