2023 Beast of the Bench

2023 Beast of the Bench Rules/Logistics

Date: June 24th

Time: Lifting starts at 12/noon (must be signed up by 11am)

Cost:

  • Early Bird Pricing Before June 4th: $35 single event/ $50 both events
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  • After June 4th: $40 single event/ $60 both events
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    Sign Up:  Click here then submit payment to be entered

    Questions: contact @RVAIRONBARBELLCLUB on Instagram or rvaironbarbellclub@gmail.com


    Beast of the Bench - bench press competition

    • Strict powerlifting rules
      • Feet must remain planted in place during press (can be flat foot or on toes)
      • Butt must remain on bench during execution
      • Three commands must be followed: start, press, and rack (press command will be given once the bar is stopped at the chest)
      • Three weight classes for male and female (awards given to three three in each class based on DOTs)
        • Male: 
          • Up to 180 pounds
          • 181-229
          • 230 and over
        • Female:
          • Up to 145 pounds
          • 146-185 pounds
          • 186 pounds and over
      • Best lifter awards to the top male and female overall - based on DOTs

    Beast of the Bench - Max Reps Challenge

    • Max reps for male and female (105kg/230# for men and 45kg/100# for women)
    • Three weight classes for male and female (awards given to top three in each class based on rep count)
      • Male: 
        • Up to 180 pounds
        • 181-229
        • 230 and over
      • Female:
        • Up to 145 pounds
        • 146-185 pounds
        • 186 pounds and over
    • Best lifter awards to the top male and female based on coefficient of reps to body weight
    • Rules: bar has to hit chest and full extension of arms to count (quarter reps will not be counted)....anything else goes (ie. Butt and feet do not have to be planted)
    • In the event of a tie for placement...there will be a rep off

    CASH PRIZES FOR WINNERS!