What are lifters required to do while waiting for their turns on the platform?

Lifters are required to remain in the designated waiting area and be prepared to lift while waiting for their turns on the platform. This focus on staying within the waiting area ensures that lifters are ready when their name is called, maintaining the flow of the competition. It allows for an organized process, ensuring that each competitor is prepared to perform when scheduled. Remaining in this designated space also helps to manage the event's logistics, as it keeps the platform clear for the athlete currently lifting and minimizes distractions for both the lifters and the referees.

While warming up is important, lifters typically do this in a separate warm-up area prior to their turn, not while waiting on the platform. Monitoring competitors' lifts can be beneficial for strategy but should not take precedence over being prepared for one's own turn. Lastly, changing attempts is typically done in advance or during specific times designated for such adjustments, rather than while waiting to approach the platform, to maintain clarity and adherence to the competition timeline.