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APF now requires shin protection on deads

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    Posted: February - 26 - 2010 at 10:09am
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Submitted by Putt Houston on February 26, 2010 - 10:12am.

With March and April approaching the APF state meets soon will get underway. The federation has made a not very well known rule change that was updated in the rule books as of December, 2009.

As of 2010, the federation requires deadlift socks, tape or shin guards during the execution of the deadlift.

Professionally speaking I think the full length sock reflects better sportsmanship and representation on the platform but the other methods are still acceptable.

I suggest that meet directors have a roll of duct tape added to their list of necessary items they normally bring with them to the meet. Opportunity wise, even better would be to have a handful of deadlift socks available for sale at weigh-in or on meet day.

Hopefully by May and June when the National events are scheduled everyone will be well informed and acclimated to the rule change.

Here is the excerpt from the Official APF Rulebook:

5. Socks
One pair of socks may be worn. When worn they may not extend over the knee nor on the leg so that they touch any knee wrapping or knee cap supporter. Full length leg stockings, tights, or hose are not permitted. Socks, tape or plastic shin guards are required on the deadlift.





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apparently tshirts are required, as well.  but, only if the judges don't like you.

fuck the apf.
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