What should a lifter do immediately before their lift attempt?

A lifter should check in with the scoring table immediately before their lift attempt to ensure that they are properly registered for their turn and to confirm that the details of their lift, such as weight and lift type, are correctly recorded. This action helps the lifter focus on the upcoming attempt without any last-minute surprises or miscommunications regarding their performance in the competition.

This step is essential for managing the flow of the competition and helps ensure that all lifters are accounted for and ready. It allows referees and meet officials to maintain an efficient schedule while ensuring the lifter has the correct lifting order.

While resting completely until called can be beneficial for a lifter's focus, being proactive by checking in with officials adds an important layer of confidence and readiness. Warming up with lighter weights is critical but should occur prior to the moment right before the lift. Reviewing strategy with a coach is also an important part of preparation, but ideally, this should happen at consistent intervals leading up to the lift, rather than at the very last moment when timing may be critical.