Arnold Sports Festival Kettlebell Championships - 2010

Frequently Asked Questions

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IKFF Arnold Sports Festival Kettlebell Championships Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the IKFF ranking structure? Do you have a Master of Sport on your team? The IKFF ranking structure is outlined below. To obtain ranking, you must compete at an IKFF sponsored event (competition or certification course) and meet the below criteria. Its that simple. Those achieving rank will be listed on the website. There is no prequalification process - we trust competitors will make the right choice when selecting their competition weight. However, its highly recommended that you choose a weight that is congruent with your abilities/conditioning. For example, if you cannot complete a 10 minute set with the 24kg bells, choosing to complete with the 32kg bells is not recommended. Yes, we do have a Master of Sport supporting/partnering with the IKFF team - World Champion Oleh Ilika. Oleh is a Master of Sport World Class and is the President of Federazione Ghiri Sport Italia (FGSI). To learn more about Oleh and his organization, please visit: http://www.ghirisport.it Mens Biathlon

Weight Class 63kg 68kg 73kg 78kg 85kg 90kg 95kg 95kg+

MSWC 32kg 145 165 180 195 205 210 215 220

MS 32kg 95 110 125 135 150 155 160 165

CMS 24kg 130 145 160 175 190 195 200 210

I 24kg 90 100 110 120 130 135 140 150

II 24kg 70 80 85 90 100 115 110 120

III 20kg 90 110 125 135 190 195 200 210

IV 16kg 90 110 125 135 190 195 200 210

Note: Total score is calculated by adding the jerk number to the average number of snatches. Example 80 jerks + 65 (the average of 70 snatches on the left and 60 snatches on the right) = 145 Mens Long Cycle

Weight Class 63kg 68kg 73kg 78kg 85kg 90kg 95kg 95kg+

MSWC 32kg 48 57 64 69 75 77 80 82

MS 32kg 37 44 50 54 60 63 67 70

CMS 24kg 66 72 78 82 88 92 96 100

I 24kg 50 55 60 64 69 72 76 80

II 24kg 39 44 48 52 56 59 62 65

III 20kg 37 44 49 54 57 59 62 64

IV 16kg 37 44 49 54 57 59 62 64

Note: Total score is the total number of repetitions

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Womens Biathlon

Weight Class 53kg 58kg 63kg 68kg 73kg 73kg+

MSWC 24kg 110 120 130 140 146 156

MS 24kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

CMS 20kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

I 16kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

II 16kg 70 80 90 100 110 118

III 12kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

IV 8kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

Note: Total score is calculated by adding the average number of jerks to the average number of snatches. Example 50L/50R in the jerk + 50L/50R in the snatch = 100 Womens Snatch

Weight Class 53kg 58kg 63kg 68kg 73kg 73kg+

MSWC 24kg 110 120 130 140 146 156

MS 24kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

CMS 20kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

I 16kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

II 16kg 70 80 90 100 110 118

III 12kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

IV 8kg 90 100 110 120 130 138

Note: Total score is the total number of repetitions. Example 60 snatches on the left + 70 snatches on the right = 130 Womens Long Cycle

Weight Class 53kg 58kg 63kg 68kg 73kg 73kg+

MSWC 24kg 100 110 120 130 136 142

MS 24kg 80 90 100 110 120 126

CMS 20kg 80 90 100 110 120 126

I 16kg 80 90 100 110 120 126

II 16kg 60 70 80 90 100 108

III 12kg 80 90 100 110 120 128

IV 8kg 80 90 100 110 120 128

Note: Total score is the total number of repetitions. 2. What are the events divisions? Events for men: the biathlon or long cycle. Events for Women: the biathlon, snatch only or long cycle Weight Class Refer to the rankings above.

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Female

Divisions: Amateur (8kg, 12kg, 16kg and 20kg bells) any age Professional (24kg bell) any age Masters (12kg bell) 40 + Seniors (8kg bell) 55+ Juniors (12kg bell) up to 20 years Youth (8kg bell) up to 16 years

Male Divisions: Amateur (16kg, 20kg and 24kg bell) any age Professional (32kg bell) any age Masters (20 kg bell) 40 + Seniors (16kg bell) 55+ Juniors (16kg bell) up to 20 years Youth (12kg bell) up to 15 years (note there is no rank for this weight bell) Important Note: You can only compete in ONE event and ONE Division. Thus, you cannot compete in both biathlon and long cycle. Due to time constraints, you can only pick one. Also, you cannot compete as both an Amateur and Masters. Again, you can only pick one. However, your age does not limit your division. As an example, a 16 year old or 40+ year old competitor could compete as an Amateur. They dont have to compete as a Junior or Master. 3. Will there be additional IKFF meets going forward? Yes! We plan on scheduling two large meets a year (The Arnold Sports Festival Kettlebell Championships & the IKFF National Meet in the fall). We will also sponsor several smaller meets throughout the year. In regard to tracking results, we have software available that will allow us to track results and report on division leaders at any point in time. Example who are the top three lifters in the 90kg division with the 24kg bell. 4. Can I host a meet? Yes, please contact Ken Blackburn at kenblackburn@ ikff.net to inquire about hosting an IKFF sponsored meet. 5. I am new to the sport, how should I prepare? It is HIGHLY recommended to meet with an experienced coach to obtain training guidelines. Because the competition is based on completing good repetitions within a 10 minute time frame, your training program should be centered around timed sets, pacing your repetitions and working on your technique for each lift that you will be performing. 6. Can I use a weightlifting belt? Yes, competitors can use a belt as long as they dont rest on it. We changed this from what we had previously posted based on legitimate feedback/concerns. For many, this serves a medical purpose, protects their lower back etc. 7. How long do I have between events? For the biathlon, there will be a minimum of 45 minutes of rest between your jerk and snatch flights. We will ensure the flights are configured so that all competitors receive equal rest between events.

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8. Will the results be posted on the IKFF website? Yes, the results will be posted to the IKFF website (www.ikff.net) 9. Where can I find a list/schedule of upcoming meets? We are in the process of scheduling additional events for the remainder of the year. Going forward, you can view these on our Events page on the IKFF website. 10. What are the criteria for a good vs. bad repetition? What are grounds for disqualification? Both Amateur and Professional divisions will be held to strict judging. In order for a rep to be counted, it must meet the technical criteria for that lift. We will post a video very soon that will review the criteria for each lift as well as common reasons/examples of a no-count. It is each competitors responsibility to watch the videos and prepare accordingly. A competitor can be disqualified (given a stop command) for the following reasons: Unsportsmanlike conduct (immediate) Jerk dropping the bells from the rack position (immediate) Jerk resting the bells on the shoulders (2 warnings will be given before stop command) Jerk resting on the belt (2 warnings will be given before stop command) Snatch bell is dropped (immediate) Snatch resting the bell in the bottom position. (2 warnings will be given before stop command). Resting is defined as letting the bell hang between the legs (swinging or no swinging). The only legal place to rest in the snatch is over-head. Snatch three consecutive failed attempts to get the bell to the over-head position will result in a stop command. Long cycle - resting the bells on the shoulders (2 warnings will be given before stop command) Long Cycle resting on the belt (2 warnings will be given before stop command) Long cycle resting the bell/bells in the bottom position. (2 warnings will be given before stop command). Resting is defined as letting the bell/bells hang between the legs (swinging or no swinging). The only legal place to rest in the LC is the rack and overhead position. Judges have the right to terminate the set at any time if they feel the competitor s safety is being compromised (example poor technique). 12. What am I allowed to wear/not allowed to wear? It is recommended to wear shirts made from cotton versus synthetic fibers; i.e. Under Armor. You must wear shorts that will allow the judges to see your knees. Head gear (skull caps, sweat bands, bandanas) are allowed. Wrist bands are allowed and recommended but avoid overly thick wraps. I pods are not allowed. 13. What if I register but end up not competing, do I get a refund? Unfortunately, no refunds can be processed after registering. 14. Can I use my bell or will I have to use the bells provided? To ensure consistency, the IKFF will supply all the kettlebells. 15. Will chalk be provided? Yes, we will have several chalk stations adjacent and/or behind the lifting platforms. However, if you prefer a specific brand of chalk, please feel free to bring your own. 16. Will water and/or food be provided? No, there will be fast food concessions available at the expo. Thus, it is recommended that you bring enough water and food to keep yourself hydrated, fueled, and comfortable.

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18. Will I be able to change the division I'm registered for the day of the competition in the event my body weight has changed, I decided to use a heavier/lighter bell etc? No, not on the day of the event. You have up until two weeks before the competition to change your division. After that point, no changes will be accepted. This allows us to configure the flights beforehand and post on the website so everyone knows when they will be competing. 19. How is the roster/line of flights determined? The general ordering of the events will be: Jerk, Snatch/Snatch Only, and Long Cycle. Within each of these events, the progression will be from lightest to heaviest and youngest to oldest. There may be deviations from this based on the overall profile of the registrations. 20. Who are the judges and what makes them qualified to judge? The judges are composed of certified coaches and/or experienced kettlebell lifting sport (GS) athletes. All judges will be required to complete testing prior to become qualified judges. 21. How many spectators are we allowed to bring? As many as you like! 22. Will there be awards? Yes, awards will be given to all division winners. In addition, there will be an overall best lifter award (both absolute and co-efficient) given to the below: Mens 32kg Kettlebell Mens 24kg Kettlebell Womens 24kg Kettlebell Womens 20kg Kettlebell

Note: the Absolute title is the highest score for any weight-class in the above divisions. Coefficient winners are determined via an algorithm which takes which takes into account the competitors bodyweight. Thus, this can be thought of as a pound for pound title. 23. Will this document be updated? Yes, as we come across new information, this will be added to the document with the most recent version being available on the website (details page of this event). 24. Is there a limit on the number of registrations? Yes, registration will be closed at 120 participants. Thus, register as soon as possible. Thanks for your support! The IKFF Team

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