The history of strength training, from ancient China to medieval Iceland – learn how these cultures disciplined their bodies to build strength and power.

Health and Fitness History's list of the most notable historical combat athletes, including figures like Diagoras of Rhodes and Egyptian Horus.

The dolichos was an ancient Greek footrace held at the Olympic Games. It was an endurance race of 18-24 laps on the stadion – about 3 miles.

Ancient Roman nutrition among the upper class was fairly poor. Senaca reported the upper classes made themselves vomit at feasts for room to eat more.

Roman harpastum was a combination of American football and keep-away. It was a fairly violent sport, with elements from wrestling incorporated.

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

The history of running, from ancient Ireland to Olympia – learn about the kinds of running competitions and games these cultures engaged in.

Medieval European nutrition consisted of a ton of cereals, a lot of veggies, and a modest amount of meat. Due to Catholic beliefs, fish was very popular as well.