HOME
-
Sports -
Powerlifting
This sport involves movements and training that are similar to those used by ablebodied lifters.
CPISRA
athletes compete within classification ranges. The classification system
ensures an even playing ground for athletes to compete against others with
similar abilities.
All lifters compete in a combined system with other
disability groups. There are 10 different bodyweight categories which are
divided as follows:
|
Men |
Women |
|
Up to and including 48 kg |
Up to an including 40 kg |
|
From 48.01 to 52.00 kg |
From 40.01 to 44.00 kg |
|
From 52.01 to 56.00 kg |
From 44.01 to 48.00 kg |
|
From 56.01 to 60.00 kg |
From 48.01 to 52.00 kg |
|
From 60.01 to 67.50 kg |
From 52.01 to 56.00 kg |
|
From 67.51 to 75.00 kg |
From 56.01 to 60.00 kg |
|
From 82.01 to 90.00 kg |
From 60.01 to 67.50 kg |
|
From 90.01 to 100.00 kg |
From 67.51 to 75.00 kg |
|
From 100.01 and over |
From 75.01 to 82.50 kg |
|
|
From 82.51 and over |
Benefits of powerlifting for athletes with cerebral palsy:
-
Possible improvement of mental and physical health.
-
Increased physical strength can lead to better performance in other activities.
-
Added personal confidence.
-
Improved mental and physical relaxation.
-
Added personal desires for social and occupational advancements.
(187 KB)
(External Link - PDF will be downloaded from www. paralympic.org)