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Long Cycle — Stop at Platform Contact

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Rule Text by Organization

GSU Girevoy Sport Union

In Long Cycle, the 'Stop' command is issued if the kettlebell touches the platform at any point during the set. The kettlebells must remain in the athlete's hands throughout the entire set duration.

Source: GSU Competition Rules (Rules Pack images), GSU Ranking Tables (JPG images + PDF), GSU Website, IUKL Rules and Regulations (2013/2017 — GSU's parent system)

IUKL International Union of Kettlebell Lifting

In Long Cycle, the 'Stop' command is issued when the kettlebell touches the platform. The kettlebells must remain in the athlete's hands throughout the entire 10-minute set — they may not be rested on the platform at any point.

Source: IUKL International Rules and Regulations (2013/2017), IUKL Official Ranking Tables Excel (2014-2017), AKA/IUKL Rankings PDF

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Girevoy Sport Union (GSU) define long cycle — stop at platform contact?

In Long Cycle, the 'Stop' command is issued if the kettlebell touches the platform at any point during the set. The kettlebells must remain in the athlete's hands throughout the entire set duration.

How does International Union of Kettlebell Lifting (IUKL) define long cycle — stop at platform contact?

In Long Cycle, the 'Stop' command is issued when the kettlebell touches the platform. The kettlebells must remain in the athlete's hands throughout the entire 10-minute set — they may not be rested on the platform at any point.

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