About this Event
Join us to test your squat, bench and deadlift in a safe, fun and educational environment! You DO NOT have to do all 3 lifts, you can pick and choose. There is also flexibility around what bar you’d like to use. Each person will have the opportunity to compete at heavy single of each lift. Lifts will be supervised and spotted by experienced coaches. This is NOT a competition, just a way to push yourself, learn about your lifts and enjoy the support of our community!
Register here on Eventbrite AND submit your openers/rack heights on this Google Sheet (ask a coach for help if needed!)
Event Schedule & Equipment
Schedule
Doors open at 8:00 AM, with lifting beginning at 9:00 AM. The event is expected to wrap up around 1:00 PM, depending on the number of participants.
Tentative Meet-Day Schedule (subject to change based on registration numbers)
- 8:00 AM: Doors open; squat warm-ups begin
- 8:45–9:00 AM: Review of lifting standards and rules, spotting procedures, and how to submit your next attempts
- 9:00–9:45 AM: Squat platform attempts
- 9:45–10:30 AM: Bench and deadlift warm-ups
- 10:30–11:15 AM: Bench and deadlift platform attempts
- 11:15 AM–12:00 PM: Bench and deadlift platform attempts (lift order switch)
- 12:15 PM: Awards ceremony!
Please note that the schedule is tentative and may be adjusted based on the number of registered lifters and the flow of the event.
Equipment Available
The following equipment will be available for the event:
- 45 lb straight power bar
- 55 lb Safety Squat Bar
- Lighter straight bars (15 lb and 35 lb)
- 45 lb trap bar
- Metal plates and rubber bumper plates
Equipment and plates will be organized to support an efficient meet-day flow.
Warm-Ups & Attempts
Each lifter will have 3–5 warm-up sets and 3 platform attempts for their lifts. Warm-ups will take place approximately 30–45 minutes before the main lift begins.
Please come prepared with a warm-up plan whenever possible. If you need help planning your warm-ups or have questions about the equipment, don't hesitate to ask a coach for guidance!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Event venue & nearby stays
Form + Function Movement Lab, 934 East McMillan Street, Cincinnati, United States
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