Bach:

I have seen this idea voiced several times over the past couple of years and perhaps it should be given serious consideration. I do not see, however, that this would do away completely with the need for rules regarding weight loss. I know that those who champion this concept believe it would be a self-correcting method; that athletes would not lose too much weight for fear that they could not perform at their best. I understand this concept, though after 30+ years of working with and around adolescents I am skeptical that this would be the case.

Also, adopting this format would not necessarily do away with the need for regulations--it would in all likelihood just lessen the need for rules in one area and increase their need in another, different, area.

Are you aware of any state that currently is doing this method of weigh-ins?

Greg Mann
Norton