Popularly known as \u201cBoxing\u201d is a Southeastern martial art form known as Pygmachia. This \u201cstriking\u201d combat form is said to have originated from Greece, and was officially introduced as a sport into the Olympics in the year 688 BC.\u00a0 Another term known as \u201cpugilism\u201d is also commonly used to describe this form of combat. Furthermore, this martial art form is said to mainly comprise of \u201cstriking\u201d techniques. In addition, the fighters in this combat form make use of protective gloves.<\/p>\n
a. History\/origin of the Pygmachia:<\/strong><\/p>\n According to the Greek cultural history, boxing was an extremely popular form of sport which was enjoyed by Greeks all across the country. However, it was in the year 688 BC that boxing for the first time was officially recognized as an integral part of the Greek culture when it was included as a sport in the 23rd<\/sup> Olympics. Furthermore, it was first practiced publically in ancient Rome when the fighter used a leather thong which has gradually over time evolved into protective gloves. In addition, it was at the fall of the Roman Empire that records representing the existence of boxing suddenly disappeared from public life. It was eventually in the United Kingdom that a list boxing rules known as \u201cLondon Prize Ring\u201d was introduced. These set of rules as of today are diligently followed in professional boxing.<\/p>\n b. Weapon used in the Pygmachia: <\/strong><\/p>\n The weapon mainly used in this combat form is the \u201chand\u201d of the fighter.<\/p>\n c. Technique involved in the Pygmachia and training availability: <\/strong><\/p>\n In terms of technique, a fighter mainly uses \u201cstriking\u201d technique to overcome an opponent. Furthermore, a move such as \u201cpunching\u201d is mainly used in this style of combat. In addition, a Boxing bout is generally undertaken in a \u201cring\u201d. As for training centers\/schools, there are a number of them available all around the world for those interested in learning this \u201cstriking\u201d martial art form.<\/p>\n