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The Washington State USAPL is a part of the USA Powerlifting organization (USAPL). The goal of USA Powerlifting is to promote drug-free powerlifting in the United States and around the world.

Distinct from weightlifting, a sport made up of two lifts: the Snatch and the Clean-and-Jerk, where the weight is lifted above the head, powerlifting comprises three lifts: the Squat, Bench Press and Deadlift.

Powerlifting competitions may be comprised of one, two or all three of the lifting disciplines. Athletes are categorized by sex, age and bodyweight.

Each competitor is allowed three attempts at each lift, the best lift in each discipline being added to their total. The lifter with the highest total is the winner. In cases where two or more lifters achieve the same total, the person with the lightest bodyweight wins.

For more information on the USAPL and the sport of powerlifting, visit the following link:
http://www.usapowerlifting.com/