Bowling Feb 10

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Bowling is a sport or recreational activity in which a heavy ball is rolled down a long, narrow lane toward a collection of objects known as pins with the goal of knocking down more pins than an opponent. There are many variations of bowling but the Ten-pin Bowling is the most popular worldwide.

Though bowling’s earliest form dates back to ancient Egypt, modern bowling is thought to have begun as a religious ceremony in ancient Germany. Most Germans at that period carried Kegels, a wooden pin-shaped rod used for sport and protection, and it was believed that hitting these Kegels, or pins, down with a rock would forgive their sins.

In the early 1900s, there was no machine to automatically set up the pins. They'd hire "pin boys'' to stand at the back, physically reset the pins, and return the ball to the bowlers. Thankfully, Gottfried "Fred" Schmidt invented the pin setting machine prototype in 1941. The idea was later bought by American Machine & Foundry Company (AMF) giving them the rights to manufacture and use the technology.

Automation transformed the game of bowling. At first, the machine was basic, huge, and awkward to maneuver but the succeeding innovations, like the automatic ball return, lighted pin indicator, automatic scoring, and electric-eye foul line violation detection increased the efficiency of the game and helped the bowling industry grow.

The Guinness Book of World Records certified that the largest bowling alley in the world is the Inazawa Grand Bowl bowling center in Nagoya, Japan featuring 116 consecutive lanes on a single floor. This facility hosts the country's largest amateur bowling tournament as well as the Japanese bowling championships.

Bowling is far more than a recreational and social activity. It is a great low-impact sport if you're searching for something more relaxing. It also enhances your flexibility and balance while also strengthening the muscles in your arms, shoulders, wrists, and lower body.