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OpenWeightlifting World Record Comparator
Find your current IWF senior weight class based on your body weight and compare your lifts with world records.
Calculator
Enter your gender, bodyweight and lifts to automatically identify your current IWF senior class.
Result
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When values are confirmed, the calculation result will appear here.
This independent tool is not affiliated with IWF and does not validate a competition result, record or medical fitness. Attempt maximal lifts only with safe equipment and qualified supervision.
Guide
About Weightlifting World Record Comparator
The Weightlifting World Record Comparator is a useful tool for athletes and enthusiasts alike. By entering your body weight, you can determine your current IWF senior weight class and see how your lifts stack up against world records.
How to Use the Comparator
To use the Weightlifting World Record Comparator, simply input your body weight to find your corresponding IWF senior weight class. The tool will then display the world records for snatch, clean and jerk, and total lifts in your category.
Interpreting the Results
The results will show you the current world records for each lift within your weight class. You can see how close your personal bests are to these records, which can help you set realistic goals for improvement.
Understanding the Lifts
In weightlifting, the main lifts are:
- Snatch: A single movement lift where the barbell is lifted from the ground to overhead in one motion.
- Clean and Jerk: A two-part lift where the barbell is first lifted to the shoulders (clean) and then overhead (jerk).
- Total: The combined weight of the best snatch and clean and jerk lifts.
For further comparisons, you might also want to check out the Athletics Jumps and Throws World Record Comparator or the Running World Record Comparator for additional insights into your athletic performance.
How to compare your lifts with IWF world records
- 1Choose kilograms or pounds and the women’s or men’s category.
- 2Enter bodyweight to automatically identify the current IWF senior class.
- 3Enter your best valid snatch and clean & jerk.
- 4Review kilogram gaps, required improvement, record percentages, bodyweight ratios, charts and record plate loading.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the IWF?
- The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) is the governing body for the sport of weightlifting, responsible for setting rules and organizing competitions.
- Can I use this tool for different weight classes?
- Yes, you can input different body weights to see how your lifts compare across various weight classes.
- Are the world records updated regularly?
- Yes, world records are updated regularly based on official competitions and results recognized by the IWF.
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