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Deadlift socks are needs in the IPF (International Powerlifting Federation) for hygiene reasons as sometimes the bar breaks the skin on the shins and causes lifters to bleed.  Deadlift Socks can be used but there are also other alternatives in Powerlifting that you may not know about...  Long Legged Singlet  If you have a Long Legged Singlet then you don't HAVE to wear deadlift socks. The IPF Rules State:  (b) It is permitted to wear knee sleeves over a long - legged singlet; however, knee sleeves may not be worn under the singlet. The Technical Controller must verify that no...

Spain Powerlifting (AEP) and A7 entered into a partnership in early 2026. A7 became the official partner of Spanish Powerlifting providing multiple levels of support including competition equipment for the national team. A7 are the trusted and recognised brand for Powerlifting in Spain.  AEP begins its biggest sponsorship to date. In fact, it goes far beyond sponsorship. The biggest agreement in the history of Spanish Powerlifting, with unprecedented financial support for the association, which will directly benefit the organisation, major events and, ultimately, the lifters. A7 will dress the international teams in the colours of Spain, including the coaching teams...

The Open World Championships were EPIC! World Records, surprise wins, personal PRs, lifetime goals achieved. You name it, there was a lot to digest! Check out our favourite moments below: Joy Nnmani, 57kg class. Gold Medal Overall This woman needs no introduction, and she brought the heat last week in Lithuania! Joy was involved in one of the most intense battles of the competition with the Italian Sara Naldi. Going head-to-head, Joy had 28kg to make up when it came to the deadlifts, and the improbable is never ruled out when it comes to Joy’s Deadlift. But she did not...

We can not wait to see the A7 Family crush at at worlds this year! The IPF Classic Powerlifting Champs begins on the 13th June and runs all the way until 21st June!  Checkout below the A7 Family Members in action!  Anežka Miková Competes - 13th June | 14:30 EEST | 47kg Class The 47kg Class this year is STACKED with some incredible lifters! Anežka joins the A Group in what will be a battle to aim for the best placing possible. In the lighter-weight classes, every 2.5kg matters even more, and we will see who handles the pressure the...