uscrules

UNDERGROUND STRENGTH CHALLENGE (USC)

Rules

Contest

The contest must be held on a single day. There are three competition classes:
Men's Elite, Men's and Women's Divisions. The order of the event must be kept
as specified. Each competitor must be allowed a minimum of 15 minute and a
maximum of one hour break in between the individual events.

Winning

The winner is determined by combined score in all five events. For example if
Athlete X placed 1st in Clean & Jerk, 2nd in Turkish Get-Up, 5th in Pull-Ups, 1st
in Pike Leg Raises and 4th in Snatches his total score is 1+2+5+1+4=13. The
lowest combined score wins.

In the event of a tie in Clean & Jerk, as well as in Turkish Get-Up the lighter
competitor wins. In the event of a tie in Muscle-Ups, Pull-Ups, Kip-Overs and
Pike Leg Raises the heavier competitor wins. In the event of a Snatch tie, the tie
stands. In the event of an overall tie, the tie stands as well.

Exercises

Squat Clean & Jerk (video)

The bar must be lifted in any style overhead in two motions. The lift is finished
when a competitor fixes the bar overhead with locked elbows and remains
motionless and in clear control of the weight, waiting for the judge to raise a hand
in approval of the lift.

One Arm Snatch & Turkish Get Up (v ideo)

When performing the One Arm Snatch the bar / kettlebell must be lifted overhead
in any style in one motion. After that, any style of Turkish Get Up could be used.
The spotter can help the competitor to adjust the barbell for balance only after a
competitor makes it all the way down to floor and before he attempts to stand up.
The lift is finished when a competitor fixes the bar overhead with a locked elbow
and remains motionless and in clear control of the weight, waiting for the judge to
raise a hand in approval of the lift.

Muscle Ups (pictures)

When performing the Muscle Up the starting position is with the elbows fully
straight and the finishing position is with the elbows fully locked. Only the reps
that fulfill this requirement pass. The competitor has one minute to perform his
reps, during which he can let go of the rings and readjust his grip.

Pull Ups (pictures)

When performing the Pull Ups the starting position is with the elbows fully straight
and the finishing position is with the chin over the bar. Only the reps that fulfill this
requirement pass. The competitor has one minute to perform his reps, during
which he can let go of the bar and readjust his grip.

Pull Overs (pictures)

The competitor must arrive on top of the high bar with his elbow fully locked. The
starting position is with the elbows fully straight as well. Only the reps that fulfill
this requirement pass. There is no time limit and the attempt is stopped when the
competitor lets go of the bar. To prevent stalling, one cannot spend more then 5
seconds in the top position.

Bupkas (pictures)

When performing the Bupkas the starting position is with the elbows fully straight
and the finishing position is with the hips straight and the elbows fully locked.
Only the reps that fulfill this requirement pass. There is no time limit and the
attempt is stopped when the competitor lets go of the rings. Two spotters and a
thick mat must be present for safety.

Pike Leg Raises (pictures)

When performing the Pike Leg Raises the starting position is with the elbows
fully straight and the body vertical. The finishing position is with the bottom part of
the legs (ankles, shins, toes) touching the bar. Only the reps that fulfill this
requirement pass. There is no time limit and the attempt is stopped when the
competitor lets go of the bar.

One Arm Snatches (v ideo)

When performing the One Arm Snatches the starting position is with the
kettlebell in between the feet and the finishing position is with the lifting arm
being vertical. One cannot use their free arm to assist by posting on the hip or
thigh. Only the reps that fulfill this requirement pass. One can put the bell down or
switch hands anytime within his/her 5 minute time limit.