The sporting world continues to grapple with the reality of the coronavirus pandemic. Powerlifting Australia is no exception and we have made major changes to the competition Calendar for the next few months.There you’ll see that through to late May all local events have been cancelled and major events postponed. The Sydney Open plus Pacific Invitational is now in the postponed category and given that Fitness Show Sydney is also being rescheduled, our Powerlifting event may be re-linked to the Fitness Show later in the year.
The Australian Junior and Masters Championships scheduled for May 29 – 31 remain set. However, conditions at that time are unpredictable and a decision on any change in date or format for that event will be made by mid April.
Those who have entered now cancelled contests will be contacted directly to arrange a credit voucher or refund. Powerlifting Australia is getting set for events to re-launch mid year and we look forward to seeing you back on the platform then.
HEALTH ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONSAll of Powerlifting Australia’s members have been impacted by the measures necessary to contain the coronavirus. Training opportunities are restricted for many and the large number of Personal Trainers in our ranks are particularly impacted. Powerlifting Australia urges all members to follow the health and income guidelines and opportunities that are in place now. Those tend to change, but you should look to the relevant government bodies for accurate information.
However the actual legislation as enacted by the States and that is what determines what training activities you can and can’t engage in – look at the Health Department website for your State. The actual rules can vary significantly from State to State and it is best to minimize confusion by going to the source regulations.
NOTICE RE ASADA
You would be aware of ASADA’s recent issuance of information as to anti-doping procedures at the current time and also re two of their staff members testing positive for coronavirusNow ASADA have requested that Powerlifting Australia facilitates any of our members returning a positive test for COVID-19, or any members who are reasonably suspected of having contracted COVID-19, getting in touch with them.If this applies to you it is important that you advise ASADA directly as soon as possible, by email to If you have any questions on this subject contact ASADA directly on
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A. Drug Testing and Whereabouts
All members of Powerlifting Australia Ltd are subject to and bound by the Powerlifting Australia Ltd Anti-Doping Policy, which includes in and out of competition testing by Sport Integrity Australia.
Some Powerlifting athletes will be in the Registered Testing Program (RTP) or Domestic Testing Program (DTP) run by Sport Integrity Australia. Sport Integrity Australiawill contact those lifters directly to advise them of the reporting process, which may include provision of whereabouts information.
All PA Members must keep their contact details up to date with Powerlifting Australia Ltd. To update address, coach or training venue contact details send an e-mail to or mail to Powerlifting Australia Ltd, GPO Box 2322 Melbourne VIC 3001.
B. Taking Medications – Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)
If an athlete suffers a medical condition that a doctor can only treat with a prohibited substance, he or she must apply for a TUE by submitting a TUE Form to ASDMAC.
If granted, a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) provides an athlete with permission to use, for therapeutic purposes, a substance or method that would otherwise be prohibited. Please note that it is the athlete’s responsibility to ensure that they comply with the Rules and Regulations relating to prohibited substances. If in any doubt athletes should check directly with Sport Integrity Australia and ASDMAC as to the requirements in their circumstances. The Sport Integrity Australia information line is 1300 027 232 or look at “ Check Your Substances” on the Sport Integrity Australia website
The Prohibited List specifies substances and methods prohibited in and out-of-competition. It is revised annually by World Anti Doping Agency (WADA). The 2021 List becomes effective on 1 January 2020. It is available to view on the WADA website at http://www.wada-ama.org
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Sizing Chart A7
Women’s Shirts
Measurement Note: Chest is measured at the widest part of the chest, just under arms and across shoulder blades holding tape firm and level. We do our best to keep the size chart as accurate as possible, however, strength athletes come in all shapes and sizes, so please keep in mind that all measurements are approximate and may slightly vary depending on your body composition.
Size
Chest (in)
Chest (cm)
XS
30.5 – 31.5
77.5 – 80.0
S
32.0 – 33.0
81.3 – 83.8
M
33.5 – 35.0
85.1 – 88.9
L
35.5 – 37.0
90.2 – 94.0
XL
37.5 – 42.0
95.3 – 106.7
Men’s Shirts
Measurement Note: Chest is measured at the widest part of the chest, just under arms and across shoulder blades holding tape firm and level. We do our best to keep the size chart as accurate as possible, however, strength athletes come in all shapes and sizes, so please keep in mind that all measurements are approximate and may slightly vary depending on your body composition.
