Twins win! ✨
The twins did well in this first powerlifting meet in February. There was a Powerlifitng America meet in LafayetteLafayette and my friend was the meet director. We really enjoyed the meet and the organization since kids under teenage score a medal based on the number of lifts competed. For example, a lifter must following the rules, commands, and execution of the lifter rather than what 8u has the biggest total.
I explained to my kids that during this stage it is work and trying to go 9/9 to build confidence. They had fun and in a few years it is only based on total. We enjoyed an LSU game the next day before we went home and I’ll post some of those pictures in the future.
Alexis is on the left and Leighton on the right.
Attending a Powerlifting America meet for the first time was an unforgettable experience for my twins. What stood out most was the friendly and encouraging atmosphere, especially for young athletes under the teenage category. The scoring system rewards adherence to proper form, commands, and execution rather than just the total weight lifted, which really helped build my kids’ confidence and motivated them to give their best on each lift. In those early stages of powerlifting, the emphasis on trying to hit 9 out of 9 successful lifts was crucial. It wasn’t about breaking records, but about learning consistency, discipline, and gaining enjoyment from the process. Watching the twins focus and support each other while competing made me proud. It’s fascinating to see their progress knowing that in a few years, the competition shifts to total weights lifted, rewarding strength along with technique. Beyond the competition itself, the community vibe at the Lafayette meet was great. Kids were excited to receive medals based on their number of successful lifts, which fostered a positive mindset. Spending the following day at an LSU game together added to the overall memorable weekend, making sportsmanship and family bonding equally meaningful parts of the experience. If you’re considering introducing your kids to powerlifting, attending a meet like Powerlifting America offers a supportive environment that values development and sportsmanship. From my experience, it’s an excellent way for young lifters to grow their confidence, master fundamentals, and have a lot of fun along the way.