Masters Weightlifting is the Olympic sport of weightlifting for persons 35 years old or older. Weightlifting is the ultimate sport of strength and power and should not be confused with power lifting, bodybuilding, or general weight training. Weightlifting consists of two events; the snatch and the clean-and-jerk.

IWF-Masters is a part of the IWF or International Weightlifting Federation, the governing body for the sport of weightlifting and member of the International Olympic Committee. The IWF-Masters Weightlifting website is operated independently of the IWF website. Its purpose is to promote the sport of weightlifting in general and masters weightlifting in particular. Any suggestions, comments, questions, or complaints should be directed to the IWF Masters Chairman or webmaster for this site.

WEB SITE SUBMISSIONS: This web site is available for inclusion of IWF Masters weightlifting information. To include information in the web site, send your submissions to Bob Hemery, IWF Masters Chairman, in electronic format. Bob will review and approve the submitted material and forward it to Les Simonton for addition to the web site.