What Is Bench Depth?!? (New IPF Bench Rules)

Summary by Krater

An analysis of the new International Powerlifting Federation rules regarding bench press setup, specifically addressing the minimum buttock contact and foot placement restrictions.

From the video

Answers: What do the new IPF bench press rules say about setup and foot placement?

• IPF bench press rules
• bench press setup
• shoulder joint anatomy
• powerlifting judging

Exercises

• bench press · barbell

What it concludes

• The new IPF bench press rules introduce ambiguity regarding minimum buttock contact and foot placement.
• The rule prohibiting feet on the bench during setup will significantly impact lifters who rely on that positioning.