Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
IPF technical rule book 2026
https://www.powerlifting.sport/rules/codes/info/technical-rules
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TIMESTAMPS – 2026 IPF Rule Changes
0:00 – Intro: 2026 IPF Rulebook changes overview
1:34 – Implementation timeline (walked back to March 1, 2026)
2:01 – Rule 1: Final nominations now due 30 days out
2:36 – Rule 2: Participation medals
3:28 – Rule 3: Bench press start command arm lockout (blue light)
4:05 – Rule 4: Bench press upper body thrust / arch manipulation
9:16 – Impact on smaller lifters & women (bench rule discussion)
9:22 – Rule 5: Knee sleeves over long-leg singlet / no deadlift socks required
9:41 – Rule 6: Shoes must be properly fastened
10:04 – Rule 7: Assistance allowed putting on knee sleeves
12:11 – Rule 7B: Technical controller clarification on knee sleeve assistance
12:37 – Rule 8: Necklace / accessories (“Russ rule”)
14:12 – Rule 9: Squat setup – bar position & posterior deltoid height
19:43 – Grip requirements clarified for squat setup
20:35 – Rule 10: Squat exit – no exiting the rack from the front (“no sellies”)
23:36 – Rule 11: Bench setup – cannot enter from head of bench
25:02 – Rule 12: Bench grip must include thumb around bar
26:51 – Rule 13: Deadlift lockout – shoulder position clarification
30:40 – Rule 14: Deadlift exit – cannot step over bar toward front
33:53 – Rule 15: Weigh-ins allowed in singlet & t-shirt
34:25 – Rule 16: Eurosport rule – altered rest times for televised sessions
36:10 – Rule 17: Hair must not obstruct referee’s view
37:50 – Rule 18: Discarding belt / “image of the sport” conduct rule
42:17 – Rule 19: Jury use of instant replay
45:49 – Final thoughts: communication failures, rulebook language, call to action
IPF technical rule book 2026
https://www.powerlifting.sport/rules/codes/info/technical-rules
Rory's video
instagram.com/reel/DTLkq95kfDU
OUR POWERLIFTING PROGRAMS
➢calgarybarbell.com/training-app
OUR APPAREL
➢https://www.calgarybarbell.shop
COACHING
➢calgarybarbell.com
Follow us on social media:
➢instagram.com/calgarybarbell
DISCORD
➢discord.gg/z7pJdUx
TIMESTAMPS – 2026 IPF Rule Changes
0:00 – Intro: 2026 IPF Rulebook changes overview
1:34 – Implementation timeline (walked back to March 1, 2026)
2:01 – Rule 1: Final nominations now due 30 days out
2:36 – Rule 2: Participation medals
3:28 – Rule 3: Bench press start command arm lockout (blue light)
4:05 – Rule 4: Bench press upper body thrust / arch manipulation
9:16 – Impact on smaller lifters & women (bench rule discussion)
9:22 – Rule 5: Knee sleeves over long-leg singlet / no deadlift socks required
9:41 – Rule 6: Shoes must be properly fastened
10:04 – Rule 7: Assistance allowed putting on knee sleeves
12:11 – Rule 7B: Technical controller clarification on knee sleeve assistance
12:37 – Rule 8: Necklace / accessories (“Russ rule”)
14:12 – Rule 9: Squat setup – bar position & posterior deltoid height
19:43 – Grip requirements clarified for squat setup
20:35 – Rule 10: Squat exit – no exiting the rack from the front (“no sellies”)
23:36 – Rule 11: Bench setup – cannot enter from head of bench
25:02 – Rule 12: Bench grip must include thumb around bar
26:51 – Rule 13: Deadlift lockout – shoulder position clarification
30:40 – Rule 14: Deadlift exit – cannot step over bar toward front
33:53 – Rule 15: Weigh-ins allowed in singlet & t-shirt
34:25 – Rule 16: Eurosport rule – altered rest times for televised sessions
36:10 – Rule 17: Hair must not obstruct referee’s view
37:50 – Rule 18: Discarding belt / “image of the sport” conduct rule
42:17 – Rule 19: Jury use of instant replay
45:49 – Final thoughts: communication failures, rulebook language, call to action
