Anti-doping and clean sport
This is a plain-English guide. Anti-doping is run under World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) rules. Always check the official sources below.
British Powerlifting and the IPF are committed to clean sport. Every lifter, coach and official must follow the rules on banned substances.
What doping is
Doping means using substances or methods that are banned in sport. It is unfair and can seriously harm your health. Powerlifting follows the same WADA rules as the Olympics.
Who can be tested
Any lifter can be tested at any competition, and testing can also happen out of competition. You can read the WADA Prohibited List.
If you test positive
- You may be suspended from competition
- Your results, medals or records may be cancelled
- Your team points are removed and cannot be replaced
Check before you compete
If you are unsure about a substance or medicine, check before you compete. Not knowing is not an excuse.