New Delhi, March 8 -- Olympian Garima Choudhary on Sunday advised girls to take up judo as a means to learn self-defence and for personal growth.

Speaking to UNI on the sidelines of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, Garima emphasised that Judo is one of the most effective martial arts in real-life scenarios"Judo is one of the best martial arts for self-defence, it really works, more and more girls should take it up, and besides self-defence, this art will also equip them mentally and emotionally to face the challenges of life," she noted.

This particular Japanese martial arts literally means "the gentle way" and involves throwing, grappling, joint locks, an...