About the sport

Participants performing the strength exercise of tug of war need a high level of general strength, strength endurance and "explosive strength", as well as good coordination, a sense of rhythm and timing, psychological stability, a high level of motivation and the concentration of all their physical and mental forces.
Tug of war training works every muscle group of the athlete's body without exception and provides:
- development of strength, coordination and stretching functions;
- an accessible experience of the physical effect of static strength loads;
- implementation of the physical exercise method of "maximum physical impact of static strength loads", which contributes to:
1. Effective development of muscle groups.
2. Development of the muscles' own strength.
3. Raising the body's functional, strength and coordination capabilities.
Tug of war is a new sport that can be used for the general physical and strength training of young people in Russia.