The IPF GL Points Calculator is the gold standard for lifters competing under the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) or its affiliates. If you’re entering an IPF-sanctioned meet or want to compare yourself against elite-level competitors using the most current system, this tool is for you. The calculator is based on the IPF GL (Goodlift) formula, introduced in 2020 to replace the older Wilks system and designed with fairness, precision, and competitive integrity in mind.
Styled in a bold, modern orange theme and optimized for both mobile and desktop, our IPF GL Calculator makes it easy to enter your stats, get instant results, and understand where you stand in your powerlifting journey.
🤔 What Are IPF GL Points?
GL stands for Goodlift, which refers to the official scoring system used by the IPF and powered by the Goodlift competition software. The IPF GL Points are a mathematical way to normalize an athlete’s powerlifting total so that lifters of different bodyweights, genders, and equipment categories can be ranked fairly.
In powerlifting, heavier lifters can generally lift more absolute weight, but that doesn’t always translate to higher relative strength. The GL system corrects for this by using a bodyweight-adjusted formula based on empirical data from elite-level athletes over several years.
The higher your GL score, the better your pound-for-pound performance.
📐 The IPF GL Formula
Unlike simpler methods like Epley or even DOTS, the IPF GL formula uses a regression-based equation with constants specific to each gender and equipment type (Raw or Equipped). The formula looks like this: GL Points=100×TotalA−B⋅e−C⋅BW\text{GL Points} = 100 \times \frac{\text{Total}}{A – B \cdot e^{-C \cdot BW}}GL Points=100×A−B⋅e−C⋅BWTotal
Where:
Total= Squat + Bench + Deadlift (kg)BW= Bodyweight (kg)e= Euler’s constant (~2.718)A,B, andCare coefficients based on gender and equipment
🔸 Coefficients (Based on IPF 2020 Standards)
| Gender | Equipment | A | B | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Raw | 1199.72839 | 1025.18162 | 0.00921 |
| Male | Equipped | 1236.25115 | 1449.21864 | 0.01644 |
| Female | Raw | 610.32796 | 1045.59282 | 0.03048 |
| Female | Equipped | 758.63878 | 949.31382 | 0.02435 |
To make scoring even more accurate, the IPF also uses age category multipliers (e.g., junior, master, sub-junior). Our calculator applies those automatically if selected.
✅ Key Features of the IPF GL Calculator
- 🟧 Uses official GL constants from IPF’s 2020 scoring release
- 🟧 Allows you to select gender, age group, and equipment type
- 🟧 Requires only bodyweight and lift totals to calculate GL
- 🟧 Automatically applies age multipliers for fairness
- 🟧 Displays results in a clean, animated popup modal
- 🟧 Fully mobile-responsive with a sleek, orange-black theme
Built for both competitors and coaches, the calculator delivers results instantly, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets or confusing math.
🏋️♂️ Who Should Use This Calculator?
This tool is ideal for:
- Lifters competing in IPF events (national or international)
- Coaches preparing lifters for team points or overall rankings
- Organizers or meet directors validating scores
- Anyone wanting to compare their strength pound-for-pound
Whether you’re in the Open, Junior, or Masters category, the GL system allows you to benchmark yourself against world-level athletes.
📈 Example Use Case
Let’s say you’re a female raw lifter weighing 63 kg with the following meet results:
- Squat: 140 kg
- Bench: 80 kg
- Deadlift: 160 kg
- Total = 380 kg
Plug these values into the calculator and you’ll see something like:
- GL Score: 456.21
This puts you well into competitive territory, and with some improvements, you could qualify for nationals or even international invites depending on your federation.
🧠 Understanding GL Point Ranges
| GL Points | Strength Level |
|---|---|
| 200–300 | Beginner |
| 300–400 | Intermediate |
| 400–450 | Advanced |
| 450–500 | National-Level |
| 500+ | Elite / International |
These ranges are estimates and may vary based on gender, federation, and division.
🧩 GL vs Wilks vs DOTS – What’s the Difference?
- Wilks is legacy, outdated, and replaced in IPF.
- DOTS is common in pro U.S. meets (USPA, WRPF).
- GL is the official IPF system, used in Worlds, Nationals, and official rankings.
If you compete under IPF, GL is the only score that matters.
🚀 Try It Now and Know Your True Ranking
Our IPF GL Calculator is not only accurate — it’s fast, intuitive, and built for real lifters. Whether you’re prepping for a world meet or just want to see how your numbers hold up, this tool gives you the feedback you need to keep pushing.
Train smart. Compete harder. Score like a champion.