The ancient Olympic Games were athletic festivals held to honor Zeus. The stadion sprint was the only event originally, with additions later on.

Learn about the history of kung fu, from its precursors in India to its development in Shaolin and its spread throughout China in the Middle Ages.

Ancient Egyptian medicine and healthcare was a dance between science and magic. Wound care, herbalism, and prayers all played a role in healing.

Medical symbols throughout the history of humankind have often featured serpents. More abstract symbols, such as the red cross, are newer.

Coraíocht, commonly referred to as "Collar and Elbow," was a grappling sport practiced throughout Ireland for over a millennium.

Ancient Aztec nutrition revolved heavily around corn and maize, complimented with vegetables and a lot of salt and chili pepper. Insects, too.

Health and Fitness History's list of the most historical runners, including the legend behind the marathon race, Pheidippides.

The ancient Greek gymnasium was a bastion of physical education where men could train under the supervision of seasoned athletes.