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Welcome to the British Powerlifting Organisation Web site. The intention is, that this site will become the focal point for members and non-members giving direct access to BPO portal for activities and information.
For information relating to all aspects of the BPO please contact David Carter or any executive member.
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For further information relating to this web site or any comments and suggestions, please contact the Webmaster
Powerlifting and the BPO - A Brief History
Many powerlifters became disillusioned in the late `1980’s with way Powerlifting was being run in particular, that powerlifters were not being rewarded as they deserved. Also at that time, Powerlifting, financially, came second to weightlifting, considering that GB powerlifters were much more successful than weight lifters in international competition. In 1989 Kieran Stanley formed the BPF with the support of some top powerlifters, membership grew, participation evolved with coverage by TV. By 1993 the usual divisions were prevailing in the BPF, so overtures were made to Brian Smith and David Carter to reform British Powerlifting on firm basis of commitment and integrity. After 1994 a strong European base of powerlifters had formulated the European Powerlifting Congress with ten countries including the BPO became affiliated. Further disagreements resulted and by 1997 those involved set up a breakaway organisation remaining affiliated to the WPC. Concerns at this time revolved around the credibility of lifting apparel, i.e. Canvas and multiple ply lifting suits, which the BPO are diametrically opposed to.
Carl Smith from Austria went forward building, with a small handful of dedicated people, the World Powerlifting Federation (WPF) in 1999, to which the BPO is affiliated.
The BPO have rode mighty storms of turbulence within the Powerlifting fraternity, but operate with people who take action to develop Powerlifting unlike the talkers who do nothing.
This attitude has created greater opportunity for athletes in the Powerlifting fraternity.
Latest News
July 2008
25 July:
Well done to the British Powerlifting Team for their success in the European Powerlifting Championship, Forchheim Germany.
Team News Flash
Updated BPO records added.
May 2008
Many apologies for the delay in updating this web site. I unfortunately lost my hard drive which has taken a number of weeks to rebuild, enabling me to get on line. I have taken additional measures to ensure this delay will not occur again. Thank you for your patience.
05 May:
Competition information, results and BPO/EPC Records added.
March 2008
28 March:
Latest BPO records added. Results and Photos from the English and Welsh Powerlifting and Benchpress Championships added.
9 March:
A Link has been added on the Forum to the BPO section on the WPF forum.
9 March:
Two new lifter profiles added. All outstanding record certificates are know complete and will be posted to Dave Carter week commencing 10.03.08. Latest EPC Records Added.
5 March:
Latest EPC Records added
2 March:
Updated EPC records added for comment. They are shown in two sets, from Port Talbot and the final up dated set from Torreon.
February 2008
16 February:
Extra pages added for easier site navigation.
10 February:
Latest Calendar of events added.
Link added to Sportuk.tv for 2007 British Championships, Bath Link
January 2008
General Site Update
Photos added from the WPF World Championships - Mexico 2007 Link
21 January:
Competition information added for the 2008 British Championships 19th & 20th April. See Events Page
19 January:
Competition information added for the 2008 Welsh & England Championships 16th March. See Events Page
Competition information added for the 2008 Dutch Internatioanl Championships 1st March. See Events Page
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