Many of you may have heard of powerlifting and weightlifting, do you know the differences between them?

Powerlifting is a sport aiming at building up body strength with barbells. In powerlifting competition, it is divided into 3 categories, including squat, bench press, and deadlift, contesting the athletes’ limb strength. Powerlifting originates from weightlifting. Both of them require a number of techniques and high level of flexibility. However, weightlifting requires a faster nerve impulse transmission speed, balancing and explosive power. It is more difficult for aging players. On the other hand, in powerlifting the athletes are competing for maximum strength at a stroke. It is easier to learn and handle. To begin with, people can start their squat and bench press training in a normal fitness centre without a weightlifting platform, favouring the public to have a comprehensive experience in their daily lives and enjoy the joy of powerlifting. It has gained popularity all over the world.

65^th Festival of Sport – Hong Kong Powerlifting Championships 2022 will be held on 13 August (Saturday) at Queen Elizabeth Stadium. Due to the overwhelming public responses, registration is full, and waiting list is opened for application. Please sign up via FOS website https://fos.hkolympic.org/zh/powerlifting-reserve if you are interested!