Summer Smash 2025: Online Powerlifting Event
About This Competition
Barbell Babes
Summer Smash
#StrongSummer
July 16th-Aug 3rd
3-Week Online Powerlifting Event
Squat- Bench- Deadlift- Surprise Complex
with a bonus fundraising event
3 Male & Female Lifting Divisions:
- Juniors: 20yrs old and under
- Open: 21-39 yrs old
- Masters 40+
Gym Sign-Up Prizes
Get 20 Lifters from your gym registered and receive a FREE Hero Barbell.
****Refer 4 Friends and Compete for Free***
The Lifter with the most referrals will win a 2Pood Weightlifting Belt
CASH POT SPLIT ACROSS 1st PLACE LIFTERS IN ALL DIVISIONS
1st Place Lifters in each division
- 2Pood Free Belt of choice
- Ascent Protein Bags
- Melan Suncare 30SPF Lotion
- Barbell Babes $20 Gift Cert
All Lifters in every division:
- Barbell Babes Medals
- RXSG Shaker Bottles
Details
All lifts and details will be released on July 16th. Lifters must submit their scores by August 3rd. They may also hide their scores until the deadline.
- 3 Weeks Long (July 16th-Aug 3rd)
- 3 Lifting Divisions
- All Competition Lifting will be entered in pounds using Wilks Scoring
- Fundraising is a score of 10% of your overall score
- You can start fundraising as soon as you want HERE
- Videos are requested with score submissions.
- No refunds but may transfer your spot to another athlete
FAQ
How is my score calculated?
We will take your submitted score for each lift and the score of your bonus workout to calculate your score with the following weighted scale:
Squat = 25% Bench = 25%, Deadlift = 25% Surprise Complex 15%
Bonus Fundraising Score = 10%
We will announce the top 3 lifters in each division depending on this weighted score.
Set up your fundraising page here
Can I sumo stance for deadlift?
Yes! BOTH conventional and sumo deadlifts ARE allowed. For gear allowed, check below.
Can I low bar squat?
Yes! BOTH high bar and low bar squat ARE allowed. For gear allowed, check below.
Am I allowed to wear/use _______?
REQUIRED:
- A 45lb OR 35lb barbell
- Rubber/bumper or metal plates
- Video of each lift submission
- Well-fitted clothing so we can confirm you met the lift requirements (which will be released with each workout).
PERMITTED (but not required):
Singlet
Wrist wraps (not straps)
Knee Sleeves & Knee Wraps
Elbow sleeves (not wraps)
Lifting Belts
Any shoes
A spotter (and lift-off for bench)
Chalk
NOT PERMITTED:
Elbow Wraps
Lifting Straps
Squat Suits
Bench Shirts
Refunds
We do not do refunds for our events but will happily accept exchanges if you can find someone to take your spot.
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Top Results
Top 5 finishers per division. View full results →
| # | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jared Salinas | 1.7 |
| 2 | Arun Kumar | 4 |
| 3 | Brian Goldman | 4.8 |
| 4 | John Hebenstreit | 4.85 |
| 5 | Bob Klinko | 5.75 |
| # | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jake Roberts | 1.05 |
| 2 | Jordan Daubenspeck | 2.4 |
| 3 | Colin Kirk | 2.95 |
| 4 | Luke Romano | 3.95 |
| 5 | Kyle DeRaedt | 4.95 |
| # | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olivia Jackson | 1.7 |
| 2 | Hope Kittel | 2.05 |
| 3 | Madelyne Clements | 2.4 |
| 4 | Gissela Morelli | 4.15 |
| # | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denisse Sierra | 1.3 |
| 2 | Tina Ramirez | 2.25 |
| 3 | Steph Rosario | 2.55 |
| 4 | ANDREA FOX | 7.85 |
| 5 | Cali Osborn | 8.5 |
| # | Athlete | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darcy Brooks | 2.2 |
| 2 | Haley Hall | 5.2 |
| 3 | Dominica Katsoudas | 7.3 |
| 4 | Alyssa Johnson | 8.55 |
| 5 | Kelsie Rubin | 10.05 |
Workouts
Set up your fundraising page here
This will be worth 10% of your Summer Smash Score!!! You have until the very last week to get your donations in.
#Competeforacure
Lift Password: Love Island
1 Rep Max Back Squat
Please watch the video first.
Squat Standards:
- Begin in a lockout position
- You must lower to parallel at the bottom of your squat.
- Reach full lockout of both your hips and knees at the top.
- Wear fitted pants so we are able to assess your squat depth.
Permitted:
- Knee Sleeves
- Belts
- Knee Wraps (video says not allowed, but we will allow these this year)
NOT Permitted:
- Squat Suits
Video Standards:
If you believe yourself to be in the top, a video submission will be required. If you do not believe yourself to be near the top of your division, a video submission is not required, but suggested.
- Record your squat attempts directly from the side (as show in the demo video) so we are able to assess your squat depth.
- You must say your Full Name, Date, and the Lift Password (only found on the scorecard) in your video!!!
Submission Standards:
The only thing you need to submit is your score & video of your top attempt only.
You may take as many warmup sets and heavy lift attempts as you need. You do not need to submit top 3 attempts (like a traditional powerlifting meet would require), HOWEVER...
- We recommend you record all your heavier attempts
- You'll only need to submit your top made lift, but in the case you miss it, you'll want your previously made recorded to submit if needed!
- Keep a scale nearby to prove your weight (which will not be shared publicly but will be used to confirm your score)
FAQ
How is my score calculated?
We will take your submitted score for each lift and the score of you bonus workout to calculate your score with the following weighted scale:
Squat = 30% Bench = 30%, Deadlift = 30%
Bonus Fundraising Workout = 10%
We will announce the top 3 lifters in each division depending on this weighted score.
Can I low bar squat?
Yes! BOTH high bar and low bar squat ARE allowed. For gear allowed, check below.
Am I allowed to wear/use _______?
REQUIRED:
- A 45 OR 35 lb. barbell
- Rubber/bumper or metal plates
- Video of each lift submission
- Well-fitted clothing so we can confirm you met the lift requirements.
PERMITTED (but not required):
- Singlet
- Wrist wraps (not straps)
- Knee Sleeves
- Elbow sleeves
- Lifting Belts
- Any shoes
- Chalk
NOT PERMITTED:
- Squat Suits
Be sure to share your lifts & tag us on social media @Barbell_Babes and @GirlsGoneRx
#SummerSmash
Lift Password: Lifting for Love
Bench Standards:
-
Begin in a lockout position
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Lower the bar to touch your chest.
-
Maintain contact with your hips on the bench throughout the entire lift
- Maintain contact with any part of your feet on the floor or plates throughout the entire lift
-
Reach lockout of elbows at the top
-
Wear fitted pants for bench requirements, including the bar contacting your chest and hips remaining on the bench.
Permitted:
- Wrist Wraps
- Spotter Lift Off
- Weightbelt
- Plates for feet
- Elbow Wraps
NOT Permitted:
- Bench Shirt
Video Standards:
If you believe yourself to be in the top, a video submission will be required. If you do not believe yourself to be near the top of your division, a video submission is not required, but suggested.
1. Record your bench attempts from the side. When you are facing forward on the bench, the phone should be off to your right or left, where your chest, feet, and hips are visible so we are able to assess the lift requirements.
2. Saw your name, date & Lift Password in your video and ensure to show all the plates for your lift.
Submission Standards:
The only thing you need to submit is your score & video of your top attempt only.
You may take as many warmup sets and heavy lift attempts as you need. You do not need to submit top 3 attempts (like a traditional powerlifting meet would require), HOWEVER...
- We recommend you record all your heavier attempts
- You'll only need to submit your top made lift, but in the case you miss it, you'll want your previously made recorded to submit if needed!
Lift Password: Grafting gains
Deadlift Standards:
-
Begin with the bar on the ground
-
Stand up without hitching or downward motion of the bar during your ascent
-
Reach full lockout of both your hips and knees at the top, lower bar in control (no dropping)
-
Wear fitted pants for lockout requirements.
Permitted:
- Sumo Deadlifts
- Conventional Deadlifts
- Belts
NOT Permitted:
- Straps
Video Standards:
If you believe yourself to be in the top, a video submission will be required. If you do not believe yourself to be near the top of your division, a video submission is not required, but suggested.
1. Record your deadlift attempts directly from 45 degree angle from the front (as shown in the demo video) so we are able to assess your deadlift depth.
Submission Standards:
The only thing you need to submit is your score & video of your top attempt only.
You may take as many warmup sets and heavy lift attempts as you need. You do not need to submit top 3 attempts (like a traditional powerlifting meet would require), HOWEVER...
- We recommend you record all your heavier attempts.
- You'll only need to submit your top made lift, but in the case you miss it, you'll want your previously made recorded to submit if needed!
FAQ
Can I sumo stance for deadlift?
Yes! BOTH conventional and sumo deadlifts ARE allowed. For gear allowed, check below.
NOT PERMITTED:
- Lifting Straps
Lift Password: Coupled with strength
YOU PICK
Bench, deadlift, clean, or back squat
60 Second Clock
Max weight lifted, you choose the weight, and lift.
Multiply the weight by reps….
Then divide by body weight
Enter score rounding up to the nearest whole number
:60 clock, to include weigh in, and continuous walk to barbell and complete lifts within the minute.
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Closes: Jul 31, 2025
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