Powerlifting Scoring Systems: Wilks, DOTS, and GL

1. Comparing Wilks and DOTS

Powerlifting scoring systems allow coaches to compare performances across different weight classes. While the Wilks Score has been the traditional standard, the DOTS Score is widely preferred in modern competitions as it reduces bias at extreme bodyweight ranges.

2. The Mathematics of Relative Lift

Both systems apply a polynomial multiplier to your total lifted weight based on your biological gender and exact bodyweight, providing a standardized score for relative strength.