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PLAN YOUR PERFECT DAY
From your first cup of coffee to a live concert at sunset, here's what to expect at Women Xpanding Limits.
GET READY FOR A MEMORABLE DAY
From the moment the gates open until the final song around the bonfire, every part of Women Xpanding Limits is intentionally designed to help you make the most of your day.
Whether you're competing, cheering on a friend, exploring Vendor Village, relaxing in the Recovery Zone, or gathering around the bonfire at sunset, there's always something to experience.
Come for your competition. Stay for everything else.
Pre-Event Athlete Call: Monday, October 12th at 7p EST
We will review event gameplan, scoring/judging and any questions
YOUR DAY AT A GLANCE
Here's what you can expect from sunrise to sunset.
Exact competition times and heat assignments will be released closer to event day.
MORNING KICK OFF
8:00 AM – Gates Open
Start your day by checking in, grabbing a coffee, exploring the venue, and settling into the atmosphere before the competitions begin.
What's happening:
Athlete Check-In
8:00-8:45a: 5K + 1-Miler Check-In
9:00-9:45a: HYROX PFT Check-In
10:00-10:45a: Lifting Check-In
Coffee & Breakfast
Vendor Village Opens
Warm-Up Areas
Music & Opening Atmosphere
COMPETITION TIME
Morning – Afternoon
This is where the challenges begin. Throughout the day, athletes will take on the Women's 5K, Push-Pull Meet, HYROX PFT, Hybrid divisions, and Ultimate Athlete competition. While you're waiting for your event—or after you've finished—you can enjoy everything else the festival has to offer.
Throughout the day:
Women's 5K + 1-Miler: 9a start
HYROX PFT: 10a start
Push-Pull Meet: : 11:30a start
Hybrid Athlete: Morning-Afternoon
Ultimate Athlete: Morning-Afternoon
Spectator Viewing
EXPERIENCE THE FESTIVAL
Throughout the entire day
This is where the fun happens between. Between competitions, take time to explore everything happening. From food trucks, to college football on the TVs to other fun games. Enjoy the atmosphere of it all.
Throughout the day:
Recovery Village
Vendor Village
Food Trucks
Coffee & Goodies
Lawn Games
Photo Opportunities
Meet Our Charity Partners
AWARDS CEREMONY
5:00p - Awards Ceremony
We'll recognize outstanding performances, celebrate personal victories, and honor every woman who chose to step outside her comfort zone.
For the Awards Ceremony:
We will have division awards for each competition.
If you compete in the morning you're welcome to come back to enjoy the awards ceremony and post-event celebration
LIVE MUSIC, BONFIRE & CELEBRATION
5:15p -8p - Music & Celebration
As the competitions come to a close, the experience is just getting started. Gather with hundreds of incredible women to celebrate the courage, accomplishments, and memories made throughout the day. Whether you're staying for an hour or the entire evening, this is where the Women Xpanding Limits community comes together.
For the Post-Event Celebration:
Live Music
Bonfire
Relax while watching the sunset
Yard Games
Activity for kiddos and families to enjoy
Community Celebration
SCHEDULE EVENTS
Find your event and plan your day with confidence.
While every athlete enjoys the full Women Xpanding Limits festival, each competition follows its own schedule. Exact start times, heat assignments, and athlete information will be emailed to registered participants before event day.
WOMEN'S 5K + 1-Miler
Timeline:
Athlete Check-In: 8-8:45a
Athlete Meeting: 8:45a
Women's 5K Start: 9a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
HYROX PFT
Timeline:
Athlete Check-In: 9-9:45a
Athlete Meeting: 9:45a
HYROX PFT Start: 9a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
PUSH-PULL MEET
Timeline:
Athlete Check-In: 10-10:45a
Athlete Meeting: 11a
Push-Pull Start: 11:30a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
HYBRID ATHLETE
Timeline for 5K + Lifting
Check-In: 8-8:45a
Athlete Meeting: 8:45a
5k Starts: 9a
Push-Pull Start: 11:30a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
Timeline for HYROX PFT + Lifting
Check-In: 9-9:45a
Athlete Meeting: 9:45a
HYROX PFT Starts: 10a
Push-Pull Start: 11:30a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
ULTIMATE ATHLETE
Timeline:
Check-In: 8-8:45a
Athlete Meeting: 8:45a
5k Starts: 9a
HYROX PFT Start: 10a
Push-Pull Start: 11:30a
All Athlete Award Ceremony: 5p
Enjoy the Festival All Day
TRAVELING FROM OUT OF TOWN?
We're so excited to welcome women from across the country!
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Recommended Arrival
Arrive Friday if you're competing Saturday morning.
Stay through Sunday if you'd like to explore Columbus
Where to Stay
Best Location
Hilliard & Dublin (Bridgepark) Areas
Recommended Hotels
Premium Stay: AC Hotel Columbus Dublin
Great Value: Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Dublin
Budget Friendly: TownePlace Suites by Marriott Columbus Hilliard
Fun Things to Do
Good Food + Fun Vibes
Bridge Park Dublin and Historic Dublin
Outdoor Trails + Fun
Prairie Oaks Metro Parks
Quarry Trails Metro Parks
Columbus Zoo
Coffee & Food
New Grounds Coffee House
Cap City Diner
If you have any specific questions please email us at [email protected] and we'd love to help!
BRING YOUR CREW: SPECTATOR TICKETS
Everything is better together.
Whether it's your spouse, kids, best friend, workout partner, or your biggest cheerleaders, Women Xpanding Limits is designed to be enjoyed by everyone. Purchase a presale spectator ticket to get first dibs! With purchase of each ticket, 10% will go to Susan G. Komen.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate?
Whether you're a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, there's a place for you. We offer multiple competitions and divisions designed for all experience levels. If you're willing to challenge yourself, you're exactly who this event is for.
Can my family and friends come?
Absolutely! Spectators are encouraged and are a huge part of the atmosphere. They'll enjoy the competitions, Vendor Village, food trucks, live music, bonfire, recovery area, and everything happening throughout the festival.
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing:
Comfortable athletic clothing
Running shoes (if you're 5k or HYROX)
Water bottle
Cash/card for vendors and food trucks
A friend (highly encouraged!)
Is parking included?
Yes! Free on-site parking is available for all athletes and spectators. Parking attendants will help direct you when you arrive.
What happens if it rains?
Rain or shine, Women Xpanding Limits is happening! We'll communicate any schedule adjustments if weather impacts outdoor portions of the festival.
Still have questions? We'd love to help. Reach out anytime at [email protected].
WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU.
Whether you're competing, cheering on a friend, volunteering, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, we can't wait to share this unforgettable day with you.
See you this October.
OUR MISSION AT XYL
At Xpand Your Limits (XYL), our mission is to help women step beyond self-doubt and into who they were created to be through challenge, community, and intentional growth. We believe confidence is built through action, courage is developed outside of comfort, and real transformation happens through small, consistent commitments that compound over time. Through training, events, coaching, and shared experiences, XYL creates spaces where women learn to trust themselves, strengthen both body and mind, and pursue growth with clarity, faith, and purpose—one degree at a time.
WHEN
May 9th, 2026
Start time TBA
WHERE
TBA
TBA
WHAT
Women's Last Woman Standing
Women's Lifting Event
WHO
Women of all ages and levels
Beginners to seasoned athletes
THE DIVISIONS
This meet is non-sanctioned and open to ALL levels; our non-showcase meets (like this one) do not include weigh-in's like traditional powerlifting meets. Divisions are based on honest self-selection of lifter's experience level.
Many of our lifters have not competed in any lifting competition prior to lifting in an Xpand Your Limits, while others have competed in multiple high-level, sanctioned and/or elite events. Xpand Your Limits Meets are the perfect opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone, build confidence in competition, meet other women, inspire and cheer each other on, and compete for a cause - no matter your level.
Anyone under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian present.
Mighty & Mini: <14 years of age & any experience level (must have guardian present)
Teen: 13-17
Young Adult: 18-29
Adult: 30-44
Masters: 45-59
Golden: 60+
THE LIFTING MEET
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3 Main Lifts: Lifters will compete in squat, bench, and deadlift in a powerlifting meet-style manner.
3 Attempts: Each lifter will have 3 attempts at both lifts to reach their maximum lift on each movement
Total Score Combined: The highest lift of EACH lift will be combined for the scoring
All women of All Levels: We've had ages 7 to 72 years old and women lifting the bar to 500+lbs
FOR THE ONE
For the One is inspired by Luke 15—the story of leaving the ninety-nine to go after the one. At every XYL event, we partner with a local charity to ensure the strength built on the platform reaches beyond the room and into the life of someone who needs it. All the door fees goes directly to support that local charity.
CHARITY PARTNER HERE
Blurb about charity partner
STRUCTURE OF THE DAY
8-8:30a: Athlete Check-In
9a-9:15a: Athlete Meeting
9:15a-10a: Athlete Warm-Ups
10a: Lifting Starts - Squat
~11a: Bench
~12p: Deadlift
~1p: Awards
~ is subject to change due to event size
Final schedule emailed the week of the event.
STRUCTURE OF THE EVENT
Each athlete will be assigned a "flight" on event day
-Flight A
-Flight B
-Flight C
A flight will finish all three attempts before the next flight begins.
Squat: Flight A, Flight B, Flight C
Bench: Flight A, Flight B, Flight C
Deadlift: Flight A, Flight B, Flight C
STRUCTURE OF THE LIFTS
You will wait for your name to be called: Up to Lift
You will do your first attempt at your weight preselected
Next, you will go to the scores table where they will help you select your 2nd attempt weight (same for your 3rd attempt)
Warm ups for your next lift will happen while the other flights are up.
VISIT OUR RULES AND REGULATIONS PAGE
You will be invited to an Athlete Hub with more information and tips after the event
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Event entry + competition
Invited to event athlete hub
Pre-Event Athlete Call
Awards by division
Charity impact through For the One
RULES/SAFETY
Lifts judged for safety + consistency
No weigh-ins
Spotters provided
Proper footwear required
Guardian required for minors
REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER
Volunteering at an XYL event means being part of something bigger—supporting women as they step outside their comfort zones. Volunteers receive training, a t-shirt, and food on event day.
Plate Loaders
Spotters
Judges
Check-In Table
Scores Table
SPONSOR THE EVENT
Sponsoring an XYL event means partnering with a mission-driven women’s lifting event that champions courage, community, and impact—while gaining meaningful brand exposure and supporting a local charity through our For the One initiative.
BRAND | IMAGE | IMPACT | REACH