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The ancient name of fitness equipment
The ancient name of fitness equipment can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome, when people began to exercise with some primitive fitness equipment. The following are the ancient names of some ancient fitness equipment:

Skipping rope: In ancient times, skipping rope was called "skipping rope" to enhance physical fitness and endurance.

Dumbbell: In ancient Greece, dumbbells were called "Harba". They are usually heavy objects made of stone or metal, which are used to lift weights and exercise muscles.

Gymnastics ring: Ancient Greek athletes used wooden or metal gymnastics rings for gymnastics and physical training.

Cockfighting: In ancient Rome, cockfighting was regarded as a way to exercise, and people would participate in and watch cockfighting competitions, which was also regarded as a form of entertainment.

Wrestling: Wrestling is a traditional sport in ancient Greece and Rome. It is a kind of melee, which aims to enhance physical strength and endurance.

Indian push-ups: Soldiers in ancient India often did push-ups to train their upper body strength.

Although these ancient fitness equipment and exercise methods are different from modern fitness equipment, they reflect the long-term pursuit of human health and physical exercise, and also provide historical origins for the formation of modern fitness culture.