Commonwealth Games

Win British Weight Lifting partner merchandise to celebrate the Commonwealth Games

We have three prizes up for grabs:

• Built for Athletes large black cameo gym backpack – worth £89.99
• Pulseroll Vibrating Foam Roller Plus – worth £119.99
• Pulseroll Vibrating Single Ball – worth £79.99

To enter and for full terms and conditions click on the link below.

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Couch2Kilos

We are delighted have partnered with Her Spirit to co-create Couch2Kilos, a free strength programme designed to help EVERY women get stronger in just 6-weeks.

It is a simple and effective programme to help women boost their strength, body composition, stability and mobility.

Who is Couch2Kilos suitable for?

With three levels Couch2Kilos is suitable for women of all abilities from just starting out to those who are already active.

It is totally flexible, you can do it anytime, from anywhere, at the gym or home and on any device. You can start with zero equipment and work up the levels and learn how to use a variety of weights.

Those who have already taken part in the programme, tell us that strength training has helped them build body confidence and feel more able to cope with daily life. This is the case for women of all ages and especially true for women who are experiencing peri-menopause and menopause.

Working with our team of coaches and Professor Greg Whyte, OBE, former Olympian, Sports Scientist and Comic Relief/Children in Need celebrity coach, we have created a programme that is accessible to every woman.

Where can I access Couch2Kilos

Couch to Kilos is free via the Her Spirit mobile app and has been launched in response to data that shows a staggering 80% of women are not meeting the recommended government guidelines for 30 minutes of moderate activity most days of the week PLUS two strength training sessions every week. 

What level should I start at?

Level 1 – bodyweight. No equipment needed

This is perfect for first timers and those returning to exercise after a break. We will incorporate the use of strength bands to aid additional progression however these are not necessary to get started.

Level 2 – strength bands + small weights (1kg-5kg)

If you are fairly active (2-3 times per week) and have done some strength training at home or in the gym. You might have struggled with consistency and need to be motivated by others to keep you on track.

Level 3 – small weights + barbell

This is for those that are active 3-5 times per week and already incorporating strength training into your routine. This will take you to the next level by increasing your strength for a range of activities.  If you struggle with consistency and need a bit of a challenge this is for you!

Emily Muskett, British Weight Lifting Champion and Talent Lead at British Weight Lifting, adds: “Through our partnership with Her Spirit we want to demystify what being stronger means and inspire a new generation of women to feel confident and comfortable to start lifting weights. There are a lot of myths associated with this kind of training that we hope to bust as part of our campaign to create a fitter, stronger and healthier nation.”

Find a British Weight Lifting Club

Want to have a go at Olympic weightlifting? There are many BWL affiliated weightlifting clubs across the country.

Here are some of our clubs based around the Birmingham area.

Alternatively, use our club finder tool to find one near you.

Find your local BWL club

England Weight Lifting

The England Committee is a formal sub-committee of British Weight Lifting and has been established to ensure an integrated approach to the development and growth of the sport in England across all levels and age groups.

 For the latest updates on England Weight Lifting please click here

Weightlifting Wales

Weightlifting Wales is responsible for all aspects of the sport in Wales; from grassroots development through to elite level competitions. The organisation delivers a variety of programmes and initiatives that have seen the sport grow significantly, including organising the European and Commonwealth Championships in Cardiff, as well as the famous Silver Dragon International Tournaments and World Cup.

For more information on Weightlifting Wale please click here.

Weightlifting Scotland

Weightlifting Scotland is the National Governing Body for the sport of weightlifting in Scotland. The organisation is dedicated to all things weightlifting and continues to support an established network of athletes, coaches, officials, clubs and supporters throughout Scotland. The NGB also delivers a variety of events, competitions and programmes which have been an invaluable in driving the growth of the sport across the country.

For more information on Weightlifting Scotland please click here.

Northern Ireland Weightlifting

Northern Ireland Weightlifting exists to promote the sport of Olympic weightlifting and para-powerlifting in Northern Ireland. The organisation aims to promote the use of weights as a means to improve physical health and sporting excellence by developing the teaching of weightlifting and weight training.

For the latest updates on Northern Ireland Weightlifting please click here.

Jersey Weightlifting Club

Jersey Weightlifting is the official governing body of the sport of weightlifting in Jersey. As a formal sub-committee of British Weight Lifting they have been established to oversee the fair and equitable growth and development of the sport in Jersey on behalf of BWL across all levels and age groups, as well as ensuring good governance and practice of all BWL members.

For the latest updates on Jersey Weightlifting please click here