Asian martial arts keep the body and mind fit. They combine values and traditions with speed, strength, and harmonious movements. They promote self-confidence, enhance concentration skills, and serve for self-defense. Since the journey is the goal in Asian martial arts, no one is too young or too old to start. Judo means "the way of gentle yielding" and originates from Japan. It has been an Olympic discipline for many years. The aim of judo is to unbalance the opponent through pulling or pushing and to throw them onto the mat. There, one attempts to force them to submit through a hold. Judo employs throwing and grappling techniques. Strikes, kicks, and blows are prohibited in competition.