"Mallakhamb: The Art of Pole Fitness and Strength"

[stephanieallen]

Mallakhamb is a traditional Indian sport that involves performing gymnastics and yoga poses on a vertical wooden pole or a rope. The word "Mallakhamb" is derived from the terms "malla," which means wrestler, and "khamb," which means pole.

In Mallakhamb, practitioners perform a series of dynamic and static poses, showcasing incredible strength, flexibility, and agility. The sport requires a high level of concentration, balance, and body control. Mallakhamb is not just a physical exercise but also a mental discipline, as it requires focus and determination to master the various poses and techniques.

Mallakhamb is believed to have originated in Maharashtra, India, several centuries ago and was traditionally practiced by wrestlers to improve their strength, agility, and stamina. Today, Mallakhamb has gained popularity not only in India but also in other parts of the world as a form of fitness and acrobatics.


Thought of giving you some information about this Indian sport. Anyone here who knows about this sport?

[fredhutch]

Don't know, but a similar practice is the "Roman Column" that was popular in the 1890's and forward. Observe:

[mr potatohead]

Yes, I've seen it done in videos, but it's not for me.

[stephanieallen]

Mar 12, 2024 12:26:58 GMT fredhutch said:

Don't know, but a similar practice is the "Roman Column" that was popular in the 1890's and forward. Observe:

Yes,it is somewhat the same. here i have a video of mallakhamb 

[jonrock]

Just for your admin to know, you should be trained on street jargon and cadence...maybe the third time they get it right 😁