2023-05-04 19:19:03
Thursday, May 4, 2023 – 11:18 PM
ABU DHABI, 4th May, 2020 (WAM) — Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi succeeded today in writing a new chapter in the historical achievements of the UAE, as he was the first astronaut to practice jiu-jitsu during his mission in space from his headquarters at the International Space Station, wearing a kimono. .
Sultan Al Neyadi published a 6-minute video clip on his official pages on social media, in which he appeared practicing his favorite sport on the International Space Station, where the clip was circulated widely, and within minutes it received thousands of views and likes from sports fans in the country and around the world. .
During the video clip, Al Neyadi explained the importance of jiu-jitsu, which is considered a basic pillar of physical and physical education in state schools, in enhancing discipline and focus skills, preparing for his historical mission in space exploration, and adapting to various conditions and the lack of gravity in the upper atmosphere.
Al Neyadi said: I love the sport of jiu-jitsu, which I have been practicing for many years, and this sport helped me a lot in preparing for my space mission and adapting to the environment and conditions prevailing in the International Space Station.
Al-Neyadi recalled the training that took place during the preparation for his space mission, and his use of one of the devices that simulates the conditions and situations faced by astronauts during launch and return, and said in this context: When you are in space, exposure to factors of zero gravity is somewhat similar to the nature of jujitsu fights or feeling With the opponent crouching on my chest, and one of the most important basics of jiu-jitsu that I gained was regulating the breathing process, and I followed this technique while trying the device, and there is no doubt that jiu-jitsu contributed to my successful passing of this experience.
Al Neyadi explained that his constant passion for jiu-jitsu is bearing fruit after spending two months on the International Space Station at an altitude of 420 km from the Earth’s surface.
Al-Neyadi, who celebrates his 41st birthday in space on May 23, added: Upon arriving at the International Space Station, I was surprised that we mainly use our feet to achieve stability, and one of the basics is to use the toes to achieve stability, and therefore the toes must be used instead of the heels, and when practicing jiu-jitsu In space, I practice this technique that allows me to move freely in all directions and control my body perfectly.
Al Neyadi continued his talk about the sport of jiu-jitsu and how it helped him prepare physically to walk in space and proceed with making history, and commented on that by saying: During the practice of jiu-jitsu, we are keen to train the forearms, and this helped me greatly during extravehicular activities that required me to work for several hours outside the International Space Station. ; When walking in space, we mainly rely on our forearms; Having practiced jiu-jitsu for many years and improving my hand strength, I was able to accomplish this task smoothly and successfully applied many of the lessons I learned from jiu-jitsu during my experience on the International Space Station.
Commenting on the historic achievement achieved by Al Neyadi; His Excellency Abdul Moneim Al Hashemy, President of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: Our pride in the achievements of Sultan Al Neyadi has no limits, as he succeeded with his courage, intelligence and humility in achieving an achievement that we are proud of and that we add to our record in the Emirates and draw inspiration from it for new achievements for our country, our people and all residents of this good land, and he set an example to follow. For the Arab world, the world of sports and putting jiu-jitsu on the global map to raise it from the competition rug to the stars.
Al-Hashemi added: We hope that Sultan Al-Neyadi will return to the homeland safely and successfully complete his space mission, and with his achievements he represents pride for the homeland and a good example for the sons and daughters of the Emirates.
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