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Home / Health News / National Sports Day 2018: 5 traditional high adrenaline Indian sports and their health benefits

National Sports Day 2018: 5 traditional high adrenaline Indian sports and their health benefits

With ripped muscles and super toned bodies, our kabaddi, kushti, kalaripayattu, malakhamb and other sports players are a fitness inspiration like no one else. Go back to these centuries-old sports to get fit!

By: Upneet Pansare   | | Updated: August 29, 2018 10:32 am
Tags: kabaddi  Kalaripayattu  Rowing machine  Sports  Wrestling  
Natioanl Sports Day 2018 Kalariyapayattu
Kalaripayattu is an ancient South Indian martial arts form.

National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 every year, on the birth anniversary of legendary Indian Olympic Gold medalist hockey player, Dhyan Chand Singh. Over the past couple of years, there has been a spotlight on sports in India, thanks to the stunning performances and wins of all our players. The ongoing Asian Games 2018 is a testimony to this fact. A number of campaigns on social media by celebs including Minister of State Youth Affairs & Sports, Rajyavardhan Rathore (#HumFitTohIndiaFit) and players like Virat Kohli have helped the cause of sports too. What’s heartening is that, for the first time in so many years, the spotlight is not just on cricket but also on other sports like badminton, hockey, archery, shooting, athletics etc. On this National Sports Day, we bring you a list of traditional Indian sports that are still not that popular but should be. You must start playing these not only because they are exciting and fun but also because of the immense health benefits they offer. If you think you can’t play these sports, introduce them to your kids. They’re sure to love it. Also Read - Strengthen your arsenal against these 8 common sports injuries

Malakhamb: Malakhamb refers to a tall wooden pole that’s either fixed or hanging on which a player performs acrobatic movements against gravity. There is also rope malakhamb in which the players perform the movements on a rope. This helps one develop reflexes, concentration, endurance, strength and stamina. It also works on improving flexibility, grace, swiftness and rhythm. It is excellent for strengthening shoulder muscles, girdle and forearms and for the flexibility of the wrist joints. Also Read - These sports can help you lose weight and strengthen your abs



Kho kho: This team sport requires the players to be extremely quick and agile. In kids, it can also help develop motor skills and leadership qualities. Kho kho works on every muscle in the body and also sharpens your mind as you are required to be constantly vigilant. Also Read - Sports can help kids in fighting emotional distress

Kabaddi: Thanks to Pro Kabaddi, this game is fast gaining popularity. When you play kabaddi, you become physically stronger and quicker. What is equally important in Kabbadi is your mental strength and concentration as you try to use your presence of mind and attack or defend yourself from other team players. You also need to practice breathing techniques and learn how to hold your breath while continuously chanting ‘Kabaddi.’

Kalaripayattu: This is an ancient South Indian martial art form that uses combat techniques like Kalari (the art of fighting on a battlefield), massage and Ayurveda. According to theatre practitioner and Kalaripayattu artist Arpit Singh, it emphasises the correct breathing techniques for each specific movement and posture. Once the basic forms and breathing techniques are learned, the student begins to learn to fight with sticks, knives, swords, shields, fire, blocks of jumps and kicks for defence and attack. Arpit says that Kalaripayattu helps in improving strength, stamina, power, flexibility, mind-body coordination and core strength and also grace, calmness and peace of mind.

Vallamkali: This snake boat race requires the participation of rowers who compete with other snake boats to become the fastest to reach the finish line. It’s held in Kerala every year during Onam. Vallamkali exercises your whole body, improves cardiovascular health and strengthens your joints. Rowing can also help you lose weight, tone your muscles and strengthen your back and shoulder.

Kushti: Wrestling is a total body workout which ups your core strength and functional strength and cardiovascular endurance. It also helps in building self-confidence and self-discipline.

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Published : August 29, 2018 10:02 am | Updated:August 29, 2018 10:32 am
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