absolutely correct twink:

1.5% is arbitrary as well. I have contacted the National board via e-mail to find the minutes. I got a blanket e-mail back stating that due to the volume of e-mails per day, they may not respond.

However, something to consider a 180 lb athlete, losing 1.5% per week is as follows:

Week 1 - 180
Week 2 - 177
Week 3 - 174.5
Week 4 - 172
Week 5 - 169.4
Week 6 - 166.8
Week 7 - 164
Week 8 - 161.9

This was compiled by using the 1.5% rule towards the current weight at the new weigh in each week. If this individual wanted to wrestle @ 160, the Drs.' note endorsing such a move could take place. Most important - we've instilled a weight management program for the kids and have done it sensibly.

This would also eliminate the need for certification. Since a wrestler has brought his weight down sensibly, using sound management rather than cutting the week of certification, we've instilled a belief that we are serious about the health of our kids. Having been a wrestler many years ago, I remember coming in fat and cutting down. This would just ensure that I do it in the correct manner. Fasting for two days for the then 5 lb bump after certification was not the correct way to do it. Monday practice, the week of certification, with sweats on, running to get your water shed is not the correct way.