StrongFirst Tactical Strength Challenge

by | March 17, 2022 | Events

The Tactical Strength Challenge (TSC) is a semi-annual strength competition consisting of three events:

  1. A three-attempt powerlifting deadlift
  2. Pullups/flexed arm hang for max reps/time
  3. Kettlebell snatches for max reps in a 5:00 time period.

Each event presents a unique trade-off depending on the participant;

👉Deadlift favouring larger participants,

👉Pullups/flexed-arm hang favouring smaller participants

👉Kettlebell snatches testing all participants equally

You must complete the event on May 7, 2022 at a pre-approved TSC host facility (yup, that’s us!)

Why enter the TSC?

Entering the TSC is all about having a goal and trying to reach it, plus of course there is a bit of kudos in taking part too! StrongFirst is big on training towards something with dedication and practicing skills to reach the goal you have set and the TSC gives you the perfect opportunity to benchmark yourself now and aim for something later. There are plenty of categories to enter meaning the TSC is attainable for most people no matter where they are on their fitness journey.

Registration

In order to take part, you have to register online with StrongFirst here: https://bit.ly/3IkeDaL. If you do this before 28th March, you get a free competition t-shirt!

When you register for the event, you’ll need to create an account first with StrongFirst, but don’t worry it takes less than 60 seconds to do so.

Once you’re logged in, select your division (see below for more info) and fill out your details. When asked about “facility” just start typing engine house gym and we’ll pop right to the top of the list! Easy 😊 Once all your details are entered just click register and you’ll be ready to go.

 

Divisions

Women’s divisions:

  • Women’s Novice – A max deadlift, flexed arm hang, and snatches with a 12kg kettlebell
  • Women’s Classic – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a 16kg kettlebell
  • Women’s Competition – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a kettlebell – weight dependent on bodyweight (See chart below). Video must be submitted.
  • Women’s Masters (ages 50 and older) – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a 12kg kettlebell

Men’s divisions:

  • Men’s Novice – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a 20kg kettlebell
  • Men’s Classic – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a 24kg kettlebell
  • Men’s Competition – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a kettlebell – weight dependent on bodyweight (See chart below). Video must be submitted.
  • Men’s Masters (ages 50 and older) – A max deadlift, bodyweight pullups, and snatches with a 20kg kettlebell

Snatch weight chart for men’s and women’s competition divisions

Women:

  • Less than 132 lbs / 60 kg: snatch 16 kg
  • Greater than or equal to 132 lbs / 60 kg: snatch 20 kg

Men:

  • Less than 143 lbs / 65 kg: snatch 24 kg
  • 143 – 187 lbs / 65 – 85 kg: snatch 28 kg
  • Greater than or equal to 187 lbs / 85 kg: snatch 32 kg

Cost

It costs $30 to enter any division except for the competition division, which is $50. Don’t forget, you’ll get a free event t-shirt too if you enter before 28th March!

Registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds will be granted. Exceptional circumstances will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis by StrongFirst, Inc.

Prizes

The top three (3) place finishers in the women’s and men’s Competition division will receive free entry to the Competition division at the next event on October 29, 2022. In order to be eligible to receive a prize, you must submit videos of each event along with your scores.

 

Sign up for the StrongFirst Tactical Strength Challenge today!

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