Armlifting USA - Nottingham Axle Deadlift Championships

To enter complete the online entry form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17r0Wr0gIysO3tA_Oe6wltA6Cu7DP7_8oUqt8PQSQc9w/ and purchase an annual Armlifting USA membership for $20 at armliftingusa.com no additional entry cost.  Entries limited to 15 spaces. Entry deadline is 20th February, or when spaces are filled.

Lifters will compete in weight categories or open teen division.

Sunday 22nd February 2026; Weigh in 9-10am, Competition to start at 10.30am, you must show your Armlifting USA membership at weigh in

Rogue Axle Double Overhand Deadlift (max weight). 

The competition is sanctioned by Armlifting USA, judging is performed by a qualified Armlifting USA referee. Calibrated Eleiko weight plates will be used.

Rising bar competition for max weight, take as many attempts as you like, once you miss an attempt you are out. 60 seconds per attempt, unlimited tries within that time.

A chance to aim for the Armlifting USA top 10 world ranked leaderboard in your weight class for the Rogue Axle Deadlift.

Trophies for top 3 lifters on the day based on coefficient points.

Standard chalk allowed, no liquid chalk. No deadlift suits, No lifting straps, No wrist wraps. Double overhand grip only. Knuckles face forward. Full lockout: head up, hips and knees locked, shoulders back. Wait for the down signal.

Powerlifting-style rules apply: No resting the bar on the thighs, No downward motion, No bar drops, Sumo stance allowed. Feet may move only after the down command.

Parking is available on Ellesmere crescent, near Garth’s gym / Robin Hood gymnastics.  For driving directions if needed contact Downsignal owner Ren Evans 07930358903  Any other questions contact Tom Gee tgee@lincoln.ac.uk 

Sport massages are available on the day from Ren upon request.