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You know your IPF GL score. But how does the math behind it actually work? Understanding the formula helps you see exactly why your number moves the way it does between meets. How are IPF GL points calculated? IPF GL points are calculated by multiplying your powerlifting total by an exponential coefficient based on your […]
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You just got your IPF GL score after a meet. The number is 68. Is that good? The honest answer depends on your body weight, your division, and how long you have trained. Here is exactly how to read your number. What is a good IPF GL score? A good IPF GL score is generally […]
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You compete in a USAPL meet. Your total is strong. But the score on your result card is not DOTS or Wilks. It is a number between 60 and 90. That is your IPF GL score. Here is exactly what it means. What are IPF GL points? IPF GL Points are the official scoring system […]
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Your squat, bench, and deadlift are three separate numbers. But in powerlifting competition, only one number decides everything. That number is your total. It determines your placing, your score, and your standing in the sport. What is a powerlifting total? A powerlifting total is the combined weight of your best successful squat, bench press, and […]
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You calculated your score. Now you want to know where it actually sits in the real world. OpenPowerlifting is the largest public database for powerlifting results. It includes meet results, totals, and scores from competitions. Everything is searchable and free to access. What is OpenPowerlifting? OpenPowerlifting is a non-profit project. It collects and publishes powerlifting […]
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You compete in a squat suit and a bench shirt. Your total is significantly higher than your raw numbers. Does your DOTS or Wilks score still mean anything when gear is adding kilograms to every lift? Do DOTS and Wilks apply to equipped powerlifting? Yes, but with important limitations. Both formulas calculate your score the […]
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