Editing Powerlifting (section)

=== Deadlift ===
In the deadlift, the lifter may choose a conventional stance or [[Sumo deadlift|sumo stance]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Scantalides |first=Artemis |date=2017-06-20 |title=How To Choose Your Deadlift Stance |url=https://ironbodybyartemis.com/2017/06/20/how-to-choose-your-deadlift-stance/ |access-date=2024-08-25 |website=Aligned & Empowered Coaching |language=en}}</ref> The lifter grasps the loaded bar which is resting on the platform floor. The lifter pulls the weights off the floor and assumes an erect position. The knees must be locked and the shoulders must be back, with the weight held by the lifter's hands. At the referee's command, the bar will be returned to the floor under the control of the lifter.<ref>{{Cite web |date=December 31, 2019 |title=A Guide Powerlifting Deadlift Rules |url=https://gunsmithfitness.com/blogs/news/powerlifting-deadlift-rules-guide |access-date=2024-08-25 |website=Gunsmith Fitness |language=en}}</ref>

The bar must be laid horizontally in front of the lifter's feet, gripped with an optional grip in both hands, and lifted until the lifter is standing erect. Any raising of the bar or any deliberate attempt to do so will count as an attempt.<ref>{{Cite journal |date=January 23, 2024 |title=IPF Technical Rules Book 2024 |url=https://www.powerlifting.sport/fileadmin/ipf/data/rules/technical-rules/english/IPF_Technical_Rules_Book_2024_24_Jan.pdf |journal=International Powerlifting Federation}}</ref>

==== Causes for disqualification ====
* Any downward motion of the bar before lockout.<ref name=":10" />
* Failure to stand erect.<ref name=":12" />
* Failure to lock the knees while standing erect.<ref name=":12" />
* Supporting the bar on the thighs during the performance of the lift.<ref name=":10" />{{Explanatory footnote|'Supporting' is defined as a body position adopted by the lifter that could not be maintained without the counterbalance of the weight being lifted.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hitching the Deadlift {{!}} Mark Rippetoe |url=https://startingstrength.com/training/hitching-the-deadlift |access-date=2024-08-25 |website=Starting Strength |language=en-US}}</ref>}}
* Movement of the feet laterally, backward or forward that would constitute a step or stumble.<ref name=":8" />
* Lowering the bar before receiving the head referee's signal.<ref name=":8" />
* Lowering the bar to the platform without maintaining control with both hands.<ref name=":8" />