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Weightlifting Judge's Signals
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A downward movement of the arm with a closed fist
This signal means the lift is not approved.
A raised arm with an open hand
This signal indicates that the lift is good and approved by the judge.
Lateral waving of the arm
This signal means the weightlifter must stop the lift due to a rule violation or safety concern.
A rotating hand signal
This signal indicates that the weightlifter needs to adjust the starting position of the barbell.
A thumbs up gesture
This signal is often used informally to communicate that a lift was performed correctly and is approved.
A pointed index finger
This signal is to indicate that the athlete should retake their starting position.
Horizontal arm with a pointed finger moving side to side
This signal means the weightlifter's feet are not in the correct position before the lift starts or after it finishes.
A beckoning hand gesture
This signal is an invitation for the lifter to start the attempt when the platform is ready.
A scribbling motion with the hand
This signal is given to judges when an attempt needs to be recorded or scored.
Arm extended horizontally with the palm facing down
This signal is given to maintain the bar in the finished position and await the judge's signal to drop the weight.
Tapping the elbow with the opposite hand
This signal indicates a 'no lift' due to an illegal elbow touch or press-out during the execution of the lift.
Two arms crossed in front of the body
This signal means the attempt is rejected and is often followed by a briefing on what was incorrect.
Chopping the hand down sharply
This signal means the lift time has expired and the attempt is forfeited.
A pat on the stomach
This signal means the lift is invalidated due to incorrect bar path or contact with the torso.
Whirling the index finger in a circular motion above the head
This signal indicates that the athlete must redo the lift because the down signal was not given.
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