What are IPF GL Points?

IPF GL (Good Lift) Points are the official scoring metric used by the International Powerlifting Federation to compare lifters across all body weight categories. The formula normalizes a lifter's total (kg) to body weight using sex-specific exponential coefficients, producing a single score that reflects relative strength.

How does IPF GL differ from Dots and Wilks?

All three systems normalize total to body weight, but they use different mathematical models. IPF GL uses an exponential function with IPF-published coefficients and is the current standard for IPF competitions. Dots uses a 5th-degree polynomial adopted in 2019. Wilks is the older formula that preceded both.

What IPF GL score is considered competitive?

Scores vary by federation level, but generally: below 80 is beginner, 80–90 is novice, 90–100 is intermediate, 100–115 is advanced, and 115+ is elite. World-class lifters typically score 130 or higher.

Should I use kg or lbs for the total?

The IPF GL formula requires kilograms. If you know your total in pounds, divide by 2.20462 to convert before entering. Body weight should also be in kilograms.

Does the formula differ for raw and equipped?

Yes — the IPF publishes separate GL coefficients for raw and equipped lifting. This calculator uses the raw coefficients by default, which is the most common use case. Equipped totals are naturally higher and should be compared only within the equipped category.

What body weight range is valid?

The IPF GL formula is designed for competitive powerlifting body weights, typically 40–200 kg for males and 40–150 kg for females. Values far outside these ranges may produce less reliable results.

IPF GL Points Calculator

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Calculate your IPF GL (Good Lift) points from your powerlifting total, body weight, and sex using the official IPF GL formula coefficients.

Lifter Details

Sex

Male Female

Body Weight (kg)

Enter your competition body weight in kg

Powerlifting Total (kg)

Sum of best squat + bench press + deadlift

Enter your details and hit Calculate

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Summary

Calculate your IPF GL (Good Lift) points from your powerlifting total, body weight, and sex using the official IPF GL formula coefficients.

How it works

Select your sex (male or female) — each uses a different set of GL formula coefficients.
Enter your body weight in kilograms (the weight you competed at).
Enter your powerlifting total in kilograms (sum of best squat + best bench press + best deadlift).
The calculator applies the IPF GL formula: GL = 100 / (A × e^(B × bw) + C) × total.
Your IPF GL score appears instantly with a performance tier classification.

Use cases

Compare your powerlifting performance against lifters in other weight classes.
Determine your ranking in IPF-sanctioned competitions that use GL scoring.
Track progress over time as your body weight changes between seasons.
Set goal totals based on a target GL score for upcoming meets.
Coaches ranking athletes across different weight categories on an equal footing.
Compare raw and equipped totals using a standardized metric.
Evaluate the impact of a planned weight cut or bulk on your GL score.

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Last updated: 2026-07-01 · Reviewed by Nham Vu