As explained byYogapedia, Mallakhamb is an Indian sport centered around a standing or hanging pole.

This intense exercise consists of various wrestling grips that strengthen the muscles and aerial poses that imitate yoga positions.

With this in mind, here is what you gotta know about pole dancing.

Young woman pole dancing

Pole dancing is a challenging exercise form, making it a great way for athletes to challenge themselves.

Often, this first branch of pole dancing will eliminate the dancing element to focus on aerial acrobatics.

women doing synchronous pole dancing

Woman sitting back against dance pole