In this type a vertical wooden pole of Teak wood or Sheesam is fixed in the ground. The pole is smeared with castor oil, which helps to minimize excessive friction as the body comes in contact with the pole.
The manner in which the baby is turned, twisted and balanced on the mallakhamb keeps the spectators spellbound. Playing on the mallakhamb helps to develop ones speed, reflexes, concentration and co-ordination, Training of mallakhamb helps in practicing many other games which include wrestling, judo, gymnastics, Athletics, Horse-riding, Tennis etc
Practicing mallakhamb will strengthen a gymnast’s shoulder girdle for Roman Ring mallakhamb also helps in developing qualities such as flexibility, grace, swiftness and rhythem which are very much essential for a successful gymnast