Wilks Calculator Weight Gain

Wilks Formula:

\[ Wilks = \frac{Total\ Lift\ (kg)}{Coefficient} \]

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Total Lift:

Gender:

Projected Weight Gain:

Current Wilks Score:

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1. What is the Wilks Formula?

The Wilks formula (also called Wilks coefficient or Wilks score) is used to compare the strength of powerlifters while accounting for differences in body weight. It allows lifters of different sizes to compete on a more level playing field.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Wilks formula:

\[ Wilks = \frac{Total\ Lift}{Coefficient} \]

Where:

\( Total\ Lift \) — Sum of best squat, bench press and deadlift (kg)
\( Coefficient \) — Calculated based on bodyweight and gender

Explanation: The coefficient is derived from a polynomial equation that adjusts for the non-linear relationship between bodyweight and strength potential.

3. Importance of Wilks Score

Details: The Wilks score is widely used in powerlifting competitions to compare athletes across weight classes. It helps determine the "strongest" lifter regardless of body size.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current bodyweight in kg, your best competition total (squat + bench + deadlift) in kg, select your gender, and optionally enter projected weight gain to see how it might affect your Wilks score.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use Wilks instead of raw totals?
A: Wilks allows fair comparison between lifters of different body weights by accounting for the fact that strength doesn't scale linearly with size.

Q2: What's a good Wilks score?
A: For beginners, 200-300 is typical. Intermediate lifters score 300-400, advanced 400-500, and elite lifters can score 500+.

Q3: Does gaining weight always increase my Wilks?
A: Not necessarily. The relationship depends on your current weight - at lower weights, gains usually help, but at higher weights the benefit diminishes.

Q4: Are there alternatives to Wilks?
A: Yes, other formulas include IPF Points (formerly GL points), Schwartz/Malone, and Allometric Scaling. Different federations may use different systems.

Q5: How accurate is the weight gain projection?
A: It assumes your total lift stays the same. In reality, gaining weight often increases strength, so actual Wilks might be higher than projected.