A no lift occurs when referees judge a weightlifting attempt as a failure or mistake. This ruling happens if the athlete drops the bar or commits a technical foul. Three red lights from the judges signal that the attempt does not count. The referee called a no lift because the athlete did not lock their elbows. Avoiding soft movements ensures that every successful lift meets the high standards of the sport. Lifters must follow all official rules to receive the white lights for a success.