This 93-year-old man teaches, practices wrestling in Madurai

Speaking to ANI, the 93-year-old, who began the institute in 1994, said no machines are used in the exercise regime

Madurai (Tamil Nadu): An inspiration for many, Madurai teacher Palani teaches and practices wrestling at his local 'akhada' in Palanganatham area of the city.

Tamil Nadu: Palani, a 93 year old man teaches & practices wrestling at his local 'akhada' in Palanganatham, Madurai. He says, "I started teaching wrestling to students here in 1944. Even at my age, I still wrestle to keep myself fit and motivate my students." pic.twitter.com/R6EpoPYjx4

— ANI (@ANI) July 12, 2019

The 93-year-old, who began the institute in 1994, said no machines are used in the exercise regime. "It has been more than 75 years we have been teaching the technique. I am 93 years old now and even at this age, I still wrestle to keep myself fit and motivate my students," he said. Palani caters to both old and young men who come to learn the tactics of wrestling from him.

Edited by mid-day online desk with inputs from ANI

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