News – Page 29 – Mass-Lift Powerlifting

The Courage of a Champion: Brittany Schlater

11/27/2021 ryanlapadat@hotmail.com (Ryan Lapadat) 0

IPF World Champion Brittany Schlater joins KOTL to discuss her rise as Kimberly Walford’s apprentice. Brittany discusses her dramatic title win in Sweden, her thoughts on the USAPL suspension, and the behind the scenes story that had her nation’s team coaches rattled. Brittany also discusses the terrible Reddit thread that had her on the brink, and the Powerlifting community appalled. The courage it took for her to share the Reddit thread, and the reaction from Read More

Julius Maddox: Discipline Beats Motivation

11/24/2021 ryanlapadat@hotmail.com (Ryan Lapadat) 0

Julius Maddox returns to KOTL to discuss how breaking Bench World records landed him on ESPN, working with the Chicago Cubs, and put him in a position he can make a living Powerlifting. Julius discusses his quest for an 800 lbs raw bench, the trials and tribulations that have come his way since beginning his journey, and sets an end date for his goal. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat.

International Committee – Accepting Resumes

11/18/2021 USA Powerlifting 0

We have had an overwhelming interest from athletes and nations across the globe wanting to affiliate with us. We are forming an International Committee to address this demand and plan for the future. This is an open call for USA Powerlifting members to submit resumes to be a part of this committee. You will directly impact the growth of our organization and influence the creation of our international reach. International athletes – stay tuned for Read More

Hiring Notice – National Technical Assistant Position

11/16/2021 Jan Daurio 0

USA Powerlifting is looking for a National Technical Assistant to help our Technical Operations Specialist at our National competitions. Our National events include Collegiate/High School Nationals and Mega Nationals. Pay: This is a stipend position, travel and hotel (shared rooming) will be covered. 2022 Dates: Collegiate/High SchoolNationals | March 23-30 Mega Nationals | June 6-12 Required Skills: USA Powerlifting member in good standing Good networking skills (WiFi, LAN, VNC, Remote Desktop, etc.) Strong LiftingCast skills Understand Read More

Top Powerlifting Programs | Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

11/15/2021 Darren Jackson 0

Top Powerlifting Programs For Beginners, Intermediates, Experts, and Pros | By: USA Powerlifting Coaching Staff When it comes to selecting the best powerlifting program, it can be difficult to make the right choice. After all, there’s so much information out there from countless sources, how do you know who to trust with your powerlifting training? This is especially true when selecting the best beginner powerlifting program. As a beginner you have the most growth potential Read More

USAPL voted out of the IPF

11/10/2021 ryanlapadat@hotmail.com (Ryan Lapadat) 0

Full breakdown of USAPL being voted out of the IPF. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Rory Lynch, Big Bill McCarthy, and special guest Mike T.

IPF DOPING HEARING PANEL IMPOSES CONSEQUENCES ON USA POWERLIFTING (USAPL) FOR BREACHING THE IPF ANTI-DOPING RULES

09/01/2021 Mass-Lift 0

09/01/2021 On 25 August 2021, the IPF Doping Hearing Panel decided to impose a number of consequences on the USAPL as a sanction for breaching the IPF Anti-Doping Rules (ADR). The decision can be accessed via the following link https://www.powerlifting.sport/fileadmin/ipf/data/news/2021/files/210825-Decision-IPF-v-USAPL.pdf. From 1 January 2021, the World Anti-Doping Code has stipulated that International Federations must require their National Federations to conduct testing only under the documented authority of the International Federation. As a Signatory of the World Read More

USAPL suspended by the IPF!!

08/31/2021 ryanlapadat@hotmail.com (Ryan Lapadat) 0

The USAPL has been suspended by the IPF. We discuss how we got this far, what this means for the future, and what the 2021 IPF Worlds will look like without the USAPL. Also discussed is the new USAPL pro series. 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian “Messy” Khamesi, Wild Bill McCarthy & Rory Lynch host.

PRESS RELEASE: USA Powerlifting Immediately Suspended From IPF For Drug Testing

08/27/2021 USA Powerlifting 0

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2021 USA Powerlifting Immediately Suspended From IPF For Drug Testing (Anchorage, AK) USA Powerlifting received the judgment from the IPF Doping Hearing Panel. Despite our plea to allow nominated athletes to compete, much like the IOC and IPF did for Russia (ROC), The IPF has denied athletes the right to compete. We are essentially being suspended for too much drug testing and not for doping violations. A 12-month suspension for Read More

Press Release: August 15, 2021 Update on IPF vs USA Powerlifting Drug Testing Matters

08/16/2021 USA Powerlifting 0

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) We want to update our members and follow-up to the July 30, 2021 Press Release regarding the IPF charges of USA Powerlifting with failing to comply with the WADA Code, and the threat of fines and suspension. As anticipated, the IPF made new changes to their Doping Hearing Panel (DHP) procedures in order to rush to judgement: Arbitration Judge appointed by IPF, 1 day notice Arbitration Read More