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Stop Command

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Rule Text by Organization

IKSFA International Kettlebell Sport & Fitness Academy

The judge issues a 'Stop' command to terminate the set. After the stop command, the athlete must put down the kettlebell(s) and no further reps are counted. All previously executed good repetitions count as the athlete's score.

Source: IKFF/IKSFA Kettlebell Competitions Rankings, Policies, Rules and FAQ (PDF, 21 pages). Developed by IKSFA President Sergey Rachinskiy & Master Coach Sergey Rudnev.

Comparison Analysis

Stop commands are issued by judges to terminate sets, with similar triggers across organizations.

Trigger conditions

GSU/IUKL: after time expires or platform contact. WKSF: detailed protocol for different stop scenarios including safety concerns.

What All Organizations Agree On

  • Time expiration triggers a stop command
  • Judges have authority to stop for safety reasons

Athlete Impact: Know that judges can stop your set for safety. The stop command is final.

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