Commando 3’s Adah Sharma does silambam; know all about the martial art form

 

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She captioned the post, “This is the Indian martial art – silambam. Been practising for a while… Remember those bruises on my legs… But ohh so worth it.”

Silambam requires a combination of mind and body, and immense control over footwork and agility.

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Here’s what you need to know about silambam

*Silambam is a weapon-based Indian martial art originating from the southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. A wide variety of weapons are used in silambam, some of which are not found anywhere else in the world.

*Silambam was practiced in the 1700s in the courts of kings. It was mainly used as an asset in combat skills, and soldiers relied on it to fight the British Army.

*The stick used is around 1.68m long, and weighs less than a kilo.

*The practice also involves the use of metallic whips and spears as weapons.

*Warfare-related silambam has been on a decline since the British, but other forms seem to have gained popularity.

 

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Here are the benefits of the exercise:

*Makes for a good cardio workout.

*Improves blood circulation and burns calories.

*Improves memory; mental health and agility.

*Relieves stress and fatigue.

*Improves body flexibility.

*Improves hand-muscle coordination.