LIFT FOR HEROES 2026
Presented by Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club
Benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation
50% of all proceeds donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation
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Two Ways to Compete. One Great Cause.
Whether you're a powerlifter chasing a big total or an everyday athlete looking for a fun challenge, Lift for Heroes offers a division for you.
Compete. Support. Give Back.
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STRENGTH DIVISION
A classic test of raw strength.
Competitors will receive three attempts in each lift.
Squat
Bench Press
Deadlift
Final score is determined by your best successful lift in each event combined for a total.
Strength Division Categories
Men's Open
Women's Open
Awards presented to: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place
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FITNESS DIVISION
Three exciting events designed to test conditioning, power, work capacity, and grit.
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Fitness Division Categories
Men's Scaled
Women's Scaled
Men's Open
Women's Open
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Event 1 - Bike & Squat Sprint
For Time (12 Minute Time Cap)
30-20-10
Air Bike Calories
Front Squats
Athletes who do not finish before the cap will receive a scored finish based on completed work.
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Event 2 - Sky High
Max Height Medicine Ball Over-Bar Toss
Athletes will have multiple attempts to successfully throw a medicine ball over a rising bar.
After each successful attempt, the bar height increases.
Miss three times at a height and you're out.
Score = Highest Successful Height
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Event 3 - Full Send
For Time (8 Minute Cap)
40 Alternating Dumbbell Ground-to-Overhead
20 Burpees
500 Meter Row
Athletes race the clock to complete the workout as fast as possible.
Score = Fastest Time Athletes who do not finish before the cap will receive a scored finish based on completed work.
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Heroes Awards
Lift for Heroes was created to recognize those who serve.
In addition to overall placement awards, competitors who are active or retired members of the following professions will automatically qualify for special Heroes Awards:
Law Enforcement
Fire Service
Military & Veterans
EMS & First Responders
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Heroes Categories
Separate Heroes Champion awards will be presented within all divisions.
A competitor can win both their division and a Heroes Award.
Example: A firefighter competing in Men's Open could earn:
Men's Open Champion AND Men's Open Heroes Champion
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Block Party & Community Festival
The competition is only part of the experience.
Enjoy a summer afternoon and evening featuring:
Live Music & Entertainment
Food & Drinks
Local Vendors
Raffles & Giveaways
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Stay after the competition and celebrate with the community.
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Our Mission
Strength means more when it's used to serve others.
That's why 50% of all proceeds from Lift for Heroes will be donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation to support injured veterans, first responders, and the families of fallen heroes.
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August 2026 Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club
Lift Heavy. Compete Hard. Honor Service.
Benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation
50% of all proceeds donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation
---
Two Ways to Compete. One Great Cause.
Whether you're a powerlifter chasing a big total or an everyday athlete looking for a fun challenge, Lift for Heroes offers a division for you.
Compete. Support. Give Back.
---
STRENGTH DIVISION
A classic test of raw strength.
Competitors will receive three attempts in each lift.
Squat
Bench Press
Deadlift
Final score is determined by your best successful lift in each event combined for a total.
Strength Division Categories
Men's Open
Women's Open
Awards presented to: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place
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FITNESS DIVISION
Three exciting events designed to test conditioning, power, work capacity, and grit.
---
Fitness Division Categories
Men's Scaled
Women's Scaled
Men's Open
Women's Open
---
Event 1 - Bike & Squat Sprint
For Time (12 Minute Time Cap)
30-20-10
Air Bike Calories
Front Squats
Athletes who do not finish before the cap will receive a scored finish based on completed work.
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Event 2 - Sky High
Max Height Medicine Ball Over-Bar Toss
Athletes will have multiple attempts to successfully throw a medicine ball over a rising bar.
After each successful attempt, the bar height increases.
Miss three times at a height and you're out.
Score = Highest Successful Height
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Event 3 - Full Send
For Time (8 Minute Cap)
40 Alternating Dumbbell Ground-to-Overhead
20 Burpees
500 Meter Row
Athletes race the clock to complete the workout as fast as possible.
Score = Fastest Time Athletes who do not finish before the cap will receive a scored finish based on completed work.
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Heroes Awards
Lift for Heroes was created to recognize those who serve.
In addition to overall placement awards, competitors who are active or retired members of the following professions will automatically qualify for special Heroes Awards:
Law Enforcement
Fire Service
Military & Veterans
EMS & First Responders
---
Heroes Categories
Separate Heroes Champion awards will be presented within all divisions.
A competitor can win both their division and a Heroes Award.
Example: A firefighter competing in Men's Open could earn:
Men's Open Champion AND Men's Open Heroes Champion
---
Block Party & Community Festival
The competition is only part of the experience.
Enjoy a summer afternoon and evening featuring:
Live Music & Entertainment
Food & Drinks
Local Vendors
Raffles & Giveaways
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Stay after the competition and celebrate with the community.
---
Our Mission
Strength means more when it's used to serve others.
That's why 50% of all proceeds from Lift for Heroes will be donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation to support injured veterans, first responders, and the families of fallen heroes.
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August 2026 Rehoboth Beach Barbell Club
Lift Heavy. Compete Hard. Honor Service.
Get your brand in front of hundreds of local athletes at our Lift For Heroes event!
Sponsorship Levels
Basic: Logo on event t-shirt and social media promos - $200.00
Premier: Vendor Table + Logo on event t-shirt and social media promos - $350.00
Sponsorship Levels
Basic: Logo on event t-shirt and social media promos - $200.00
Premier: Vendor Table + Logo on event t-shirt and social media promos - $350.00