Enter your total lifted weight, bodyweight, sex, equipment type, and event to calculate your IPF GL (Goodlift) Points. The calculator returns your GL Points score based on the official IPF Goodlift formula, letting you compare performance across different weight classes and body weights in powerlifting competitions. Also try the Squat Max Calculator.
IPF GL Points
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IPF GL (Goodlift) Points are a scoring system used by the International Powerlifting Federation to compare lifter performance across different bodyweight classes and sexes. They allow fair comparison between lifters of different sizes by applying a bodyweight coefficient to the total lifted. See also our APFT Calculator (Army Physical Fitness Test).
GL Points are calculated using the formula: GL Points = Total × 100 / (coefficient_A − coefficient_B × e^(−coefficient_C × bodyweight)). The coefficients differ based on sex, equipment type (raw or single-ply), and event (3-lift or bench only). A higher bodyweight generally requires a higher total to achieve the same points.
Generally, scores above 400 are considered elite level, 300–400 is advanced, 200–300 is intermediate, and below 200 is beginner to novice. Elite world-class lifters often score above 500 GL Points. These benchmarks can vary depending on the federation and context.
Raw lifting means you compete with only a belt, wrist wraps, and knee sleeves. Single-ply allows the use of a powerlifting suit and bench shirt. The GL Points formula uses different coefficients for each equipment category because equipped lifters can typically lift more total weight. You might also find our use the Bench Press Pyramid Calculator useful.
The GL Points formula uses kilograms. If you select pounds, the calculator automatically converts your bodyweight and total to kilograms before applying the formula, so your result will be accurate regardless of which unit you choose.
Yes. The IPF GL Points system includes separate coefficients for bench-only events. When you select 'Bench Only' as your event, the calculator uses the appropriate bench-only formula rather than the 3-lift (full power) formula.
No. The IPF replaced the older Wilks formula with the IPF Points (also called GL Points or Goodlift Points) in 2019. Dots is a separate formula used by some other federations. IPF GL Points are the current official standard for IPF-affiliated competitions.
The GL formula applies a non-linear bodyweight coefficient, meaning the relationship between bodyweight and points is not proportional. Lighter lifters receive a higher coefficient, so lifting the same total at a lower bodyweight yields more GL Points. This incentivises lifting at lighter weight classes relative to your strength.