Wilks Score Calculator

Wilks (1997, with Wilks-2 update in 2020) is a coefficient that adjusts a powerlifter's total for body weight to enable cross-bodyweight comparison. Higher = better relative strength. Sample benchmarks (men): 300 intermediate, 400 advanced, 500+ elite, 600+ world-class.

DOTS (Dynamic Objective Team Scoring, 2019) replaced Wilks at most major federations because it better fits modern lifters and lighter female categories. DOTS scores tend to be slightly higher than Wilks at the same total.

They have separate male and female coefficients, so cross-sex comparisons are imperfect. Both formulas are derived from population fits to top performers and can favor extreme bodyweights at the edges.

Sometimes - but only if the weight loss does not cost you more total than it adds in the coefficient. Many lifters compete in the weight class where they have the best total in training, not necessarily the lightest. This estimate is for general guidance only - work with a qualified coach or sports medicine professional before pushing limits or recovering from injury.