The Physical Body: Indian Wrestling & Fitness Documentary DVD (Preowned)

The Physical Body is a rare, unique look at the dying art of Kushti, India's indigenous form of wrestling and once royal national sport. This one hour video shot on location in Northern India examines closely the mechanics and regimens of physical development adhered to by wrestlers during their intense training routines.

For the first time on DVD, you will experience wrestling in the traditional earthen pits and the distinctly Indian exercises with gadas (maces), joris (heavy clubs), nals (stone weights), gar nal (stone wheel), sumtola (Indian barbell), mudgals (Indian clubs), as well as an extensive investigation of the Mallakhamb or wrestler's pole, the rope Mallakhamb and the art of jori swinging for competition. The popularity of the dand jack

knife push-ups) also called Hindu push-ups, and the baithak (deep knee-bend) or Hindu squat are shown in several variations along with the Hindu Squat Thrust. The relationship of these exercises to surya namaskar or sun salutation is also examined. All of which lead to a deeper more complete understanding of the execution and purpose of each exercise.

This deluxe DVD edition includes unprecedented practice options and detailed workout footage for those who want to practice and use the exercises in their own daily training regimens.

Length: 60 min.

Publication date: 2005