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Section V: Personal Equipment.A.) Lifting Suit:
- A lifting suit of the basic design shown shall be worn. It must be an individual full-length article of cloth fabric. Its construction may consist of two plies, but must as a whole, be a singular component. The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while lifting in competition. The shoulder straps may be made of Velcro, but must go no farther than to the bottom of the shoulder blades. It may be of any color or colors, but shall not portray indecency or be offensive to the spirit of the competition The length of the leg, when worn, must not extend beyond mid-thigh (medial point between crotch and top of the knee cap). Women may wear a one-piece suit of comparable design to the lifting suit. Leotards with sleeves or high cut leg lines are not permitted.
B.) Bench Shirt:
- A bench shirt of basic design consisting of two plies may be worn during the bench press competition. It must be an individual full-length article of cloth fabric. Sleeves must be short and remain above the elbow when worn. Velcro may be used only of the back of the shirt for closure. It may be of any color or colors, but shall not portray indecency or be offensive to the spirit of the competition.
C.) Undershirt:
- One undershirt with or without sleeves may be worn under the lifting suit. It must be an individual article of cloth fabric. Its construction may consist of multiple plies, but must, as a whole, be a singular component. The thickness shall not be designed to increase, enlarge or enhance the body's natural musculature. Sleeves must be short and remain above the elbow when worn. It may be of any color or colors, but shall not portray indecency or be offensive to the spirit of the competition.
D.) Briefs:
- A pair of briefs of any design may be worn, provided that the length of the legs does not exceed mid thigh, and that the waist does not extend beyond approximately mid-torso. The briefs must be an individual article of cloth fabric. The construction may consist of two plies, but must, as a whole, be singular component. Athletic supporters are permitted under the briefs. You may wear underwear or briefs, but not both.
E.) Socks:
- One pair of socks may be worn. When worn, they may not extend over the knee nor on the leg so that they touch any knee wrapping or knee cap supporter. Full length leg stockings, tights or hose are not permitted.
F.) Special Considerations:
- Women may wear additional protective briefs or panties. Women may also wear a bra provided it contains no special support. The use of feminine protective products or related articles used for feminine hygiene protection are permitted. Plastic or fabric shin guards may be worn but must not extend to a point higher than the lower border of the patella and not lower than the superior border of the ankle joint.
G.) Belt:
- A competitor may wear a belt on the outside of the lifting suit only. - The main body shall be made of leather in one or more laminations which may be glued and or stitched together, or of cloth, vinyl, or nylon with no metal materials allowed in the belt except as noted below. - It shall not have any additional padding, bracing or supports of any material, either on the surface or concealed within the laminations of the belt. - A metal buckle, studs and stitching are the only non-leather components permitted. The buckle shall be attached at one end of the belt by means of studs and or stitching. The belt shall not have any inflatable component on or within any of it's surfaces. - A leather, cloth, vinyl or nylon tongue loop shall be attached close to the buckle by means of studs and or stitching. - The lifter's name, the name of the lifter's nation or club may appear on the outside of the belt. - A one or two prong buckle as well as the "lever action" fastening device may be used. - The width of the belt is to be a maximum of 10 cm. - The thickness of the belt is to be a maximum of 13 mm. along the main length.
H.) Footwear:
- Footwear more substantial than basic socks must be worn. The only restrictions to such footwear is that no metal or rubber cleats or spikes are permitted.
I.) Wraps:
- The fabric nature shall be an elastic weave primarily of polyester, cotton or medical crepe singly or in combination. - Wrist wraps may not exceed 1 m. in length and 8 cm. in width. Alternatively, elasticized wristbands not exceeding 10 cm. in width may be worn. A combination of the two is not permitted. If wristbands are of the wrap-around style, they may have a thumb loop not to be attached during lift and Velcro patch for securing them. A wrist wrap shall not exceed beyond 10 cm. above and 2 1/2 cm. below the center of the wrist joint, not exceeding a total of 12 cm. in both directions. - Knee wraps may not exceed 2 1/2 m. in length and 8 cm. in width. Alternatively, elasticized knee supports not exceeding 20 cm. in length may be worn. A combination of the two is not permitted. A knee wrap shall not extend beyond 15 cm. above and 15 cm. below the center of the joint, not exceeding a total of 30 cm. in both directions. Knee wraps shall not touch the socks or lifting suits.
J.) Plasters:
- Two layers of plasters, Band-Aids or tape may be worn on the thumbs, but nowhere else without official permission of the referees or appointed Contest Official. No plasters Band-Aids or tape may be utilized as a strap to help the lifter hold the bar. - Only with the permission and supervision of the referees, Contest Official, doctor or assigned paramedic may the lifter apply spot plaster, bandages, tape or Band-Aids to muscle injuries on the body. This will hold true for anything applied to the inside of the hand, and in no circumstance must these applications extend around the back of the hand.
K.) Miscellaneous:
- The use of oil, grease or other lubricants and liquids on the body, costume or personal equipment to aid in the execution of a lift is not permitted. This does not preclude the advanced therapeutic use of liniments or rubs. However, such items must not be in evidence during platform attempts. Only powder may be used. Powder includes chalk, talc, resin and magnesium carbonate. Spray stickum may be used, but only on the lifter, not on the weight equipment. - Nothing may be purposely applied to the platform, bench or bars. - All articles of lifter's costumes and personal equipment shall be clean and generally neat and presentable. It is the discretion of the referee to let a lifter continue if these provisions are not met. - Excessive "psyching up" before a lift will be limited at the referee's discretion. - There will be absolutely no swearing allowed at any competition. If any lifter swears during a competition he/she will immediately be disqualified.
L.) Inspection of Personal Equipment:
- There will be no official inspection of personal equipment prior to lifting at any competition. - It is the lifters responsibility to be present on the platform outfitted in accordance with the rules governing costume and personal equipment. - If a lifter has any questions about his/her costume or personal equipment, it should be brought to the attention of the head referee or Contest Official during weigh-in only. It will be up to the sole discretion of these officials as to the ruling. This inspection may be made after leaving the platform if there is any doubt about the legality of such equipment or costume. - Items such as jewelry, eyewear, headbands, mouthpieces are permitted. However, hats or any item that covers the head are not permitted. - Any items worn on the platform that is considered to be objectionable by virtue of being unclean, torn or tattered, indecent or offensive to the spirit of the competition shall be rejected before the lifter is permitted to proceed. It is to the sole discretion of the Meet Director or Contest Official as to legality. - If a lifter performs on the platform wearing or using any item that is illegal or not approved, the lifter will lose credit for that lift and may be disqualified from the competition. Any infractions not noticed before the lifter performs, should be indicated to the lifter and rectified before the lifter continues. - A lifter performing on the platform may be inspected before or after a lift if any of the referees doubt the legality of the costume or personal equipment being used. - Any lifter attempting a "World Record" attempt must be inspected before the attempt. This may be done by a visual inspection prior to lifting. If there is any doubt to legality, a more thorough inspection should be performed. If this inspection becomes necessary, it shall not be performed on the platform. Any such inspection should be performed in a private area, and should be performed by an official of the same sex. In all cases, an announcement shall be made by the head referee to the speaker and records processor that the record has been verified. |