15 Most Physically Demanding Olympic Sports

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9. Fencing

Fencing is one of the most demanding sports when counting both the physical and the mental aspect, as we have already noted. A good fencer needs hours and hours of practicing to obtain agility, flexibility and endurance. They should master their skills to perfection in order to avoid possible and often injuries and to make the best out of a sparring match. It is definitely one of the most physically demanding Olympic sports out there. 

15 Most Physically Demanding Olympic Sports

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