Ladies of Power Nebraska

Ladies of Power - Women's Powerlifting Competition in La Vista, NE

Lifting weights & funds for the Breast Cancer charity, Compete for a Cure!

HOST: H.E.R. Strength in La Vista, NE

EVENT DATE: May 9, 2026

FREE SHIRT DEADLINE: April 15, 2026

ENRIES CLOSE: May 3, 2026 (unless it sells out first)

*No refunds will be provided but a transfer of entry to another competitor is allowed if you need to withdraw from the competition
*If under 18, the athlete must have their parent/guardian sign their waiver & be present at the competition.

DIVISIONS:

Junior Athletes

Athletes from 12 - 20 years of age
Scored using the athletes Wilks coefficient 

Masters Athletes

Athletes from 40 years of age & older
Scored using the athletes Wilks coefficient 

Open Athletes

Athletes between 21 - 39 years of age 

Scored using the athletes Total

best back squat + bench + deadlift

POWERLIFTING LIFTS

3 attempts at the Back Squat
3 attempts at the Bench Press
3 attempts at the Deadlift
1 minute to take your attempts
No previous experience is necessary
All levels are welcome 

FUNDRAISING

$5 of every entry fee is donated to Compete for a Cure.
All athletes are welcome to create their own fundraising page for Compete for a Cure to share with family & friends.
CLICK HERE to watch the step by step process on how to set it up. It’s super easy and won’t take you long at all.

EQUIPMENT ALLOWED

Single-ply singlets are allowed, but not required.
Athletes are encouraged to wear what they are most comfortable in. 
Neoprene knee sleeves, wrist wraps, weightlifting belts, and lifting shoes are allowed.
Athletes must wear long knee socks for the deadlift or long tights that cover your shins. 

EQUIPMENT NOT ALLOWED

Multi-ply singlets and squat shorts are not allowed.
Athletes not wearing singlets must wear shorts that are no longer than mid-thigh and a T-shirt.
Large or baggy clothing is not allowed.
Knee wraps, elbow sleeves, and wrist straps are not allowed. 

MANDATORY ATHLETE CHECK-IN

All athletes must weigh in and provide their opening attempts, plus rack heights at check in which will be between 7:30 - 8:30am the morning of your event
Rules & regulations will be sent to all athletes prior to the event 
Any questions please contact barbellbabes@girlsgonerx.com

Keep training hard & we will see you on the platform!

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