Tug of War Day 2023: Date, Activities and Significance

Tug of War Day 2023: If your only exposure to the game of tug of war was during summer camp or elementary school, you must celebrate February 19 as Tug of War Day. The game of tug-of-war has evolved since the days of your youth. In addition to having its own holiday, tug-of-war is sponsored by national and international federations that host global tournaments. There are also numerous rules. If you’ve decided to relive your youth and locate a nearby tug-of-war game, the international federation’s tug-of-war rules do not have to apply to you. One of the simplest games to play is tug-of-war. You only need a long rope and anywhere from a few to dozens of individuals. Heck, you can even play tug-of-war with your dog and a short rope. (Be prepared to lose; dogs excel at this game.) To engage in a game of tug-of-war, place the rope in the middle of a field. Tie a cloth around the centre. Install boundary lines 10 to 20 feet from the centre. Then, divide into teams and attempt to pull the cloth on the rope (and, by default, the opposing team) across your line of demarcation. Easy enough. It is excellent for building muscle and having fun. And be thankful you do not play tug-of-war like the ancient Vikings, who tugged on animal skins stretched over a fire pit. The losers of the game received a hotfoot… or something worse if they were unlucky.

TUG OF WAR DAY ACTIVITIES

Attend a tug of war competition

World-wide tournaments of tug of war — yes, we said official — are held throughout the year. The websites of both the Tug of War International Federation and the United States Tug of War Association contain annual tournament schedules. And if you didn’t know that tug-of-war competitions are governed internationally, don’t feel bad. You aren’t alone.

Engage in tug-of-war with people.

Due to how simple it is to set up and play tug of war, many small-town carnivals and other celebrations include tug of war games… frequently in a muddy field. Want to demonstrate to your boss that you have participated in team building activities? Convince your coworkers to form a tug-of-war team during one of these events. And perhaps the boss will be lenient with you on Monday due to your aching muscles.

YouTube archive an old episode of SuperTeams.

In the 1970s and 1980s, ABC aired a sports series pitting the World Series and Super Bowl participants against each other in a SuperTeams competition. During the off-season, the baseball and football players participated in sports such as cycling, swimming, rowing, and tug of war with their teammates. In 1978, the Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Royals engaged in a 75-minute tug-of-war. Can you imagine millionaire athletes risking injury (such as hand burns) during the off-season by engaging in a tug-of-war competition? Likewise, neither can we.

WHY WE LOVE TUG OF WAR DAY

The game of tug-of-war dates back… way back.

Although the invention date of tug of war is unknown, it is evident from ancient drawings that variations of the game have existed for thousands of years. Egypt, China, India, Japan, Korea, Hawaii, and Greece have a history of tug-of-war competitions. Occasionally, participants held a stick rather than a rope. Occasionally, they would lock arms and pull against one another. Ouch.

It is an easy game to play.

One of the best aspects of tug of war is that it is a straightforward game. You only require a length of rope and a group of individuals. You are not required to have a specific length of rope or a specific number of people. To protect against rope burn, it is prudent to wear gloves.

It’s a good workout

As part of an exercise regimen, tug-of-war is a good way to develop muscle and core strength. As early as the eighth century B.C., warriors in China utilised tug-of-war for training. And if it was sufficient for ancient warriors to prepare for battle, it can be sufficient for your modern fight against obesity.

TUG OF WAR DAY DATES