Sumo Wrestling

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Faq on Sumo Covers all aspects of the Sport concisely
Lesson for the kid S - news story
More than just fat boys in diapers Covers the basics of the sport
Sumo Basics From Sumo Talk, structure,, rules, history and glossary
Sumo Terms The most commonly heard Sumo terms from SumoTalk
What is Sumo Wrestling? A useful introduction
Knee Extension training Technical look at what is to be gained.
Faq on fitness training Not just for Sumo
History and Traditions From Sumo Talk;
Sumo Wrestling History "The earliest written mention of Sumo is found in the Kojiki (Record of Ancient Matters), a book from the year 712, which is the oldest example of Japanese writing. The Kojiki relates a legend ......." Read on

Overview of Sumo

A popular Japanese National Sport. Knock your opponent out of the 15-foot diameter ring or make your opponent touch the ground with any part of the body other than the soles of the feet. Punching, gouging, and kicking are prohibited, but slapping and tripping are allowed. Techniques, "kimarite" are very important in sumo, since technical expertise allows "rikishi" - to defeat opponents who are larger, stronger, or faster. There are about 70 kimarite, but almost all victories are achieved by the most popular dozen. Read more from the California Sumo Association

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