As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, many places in China will be delighted with the enchanting scent of golden osmanthus. In this episode of "A Thousand Whys," we delve into the deep-rooted affection that Chinese people have for this flower and explore the rich symbolism it carries in Chinese culture.

A bull, a bronze tripod, a city gate latch—nothing was too heavy to lift! The awe for extraordinary strength dates back centuries. Curious about how ancient people in China practiced weightlifting? Tune in to find out!

(00:47) Travel back in time with Pierre de Coubertin to the scene of Unbeatable Strongman Challenge.

(03:30) Zhu Xianlin, a coach who has trained numerous national-level weightlifting athletes, explains the benefits of weightlifting.

(04:44) Explore weightlifting in the modern Olympics.

Have you ever thought about learning some wrestling movements and postures? Follow Pierre de Coubertin to travel back in time to an ancient Chinese wrestling arena. Discover the rich cultural significance and unique techniques that set Chinese wrestling apart from other styles across the globe.

(00:21) Step back in time with Monsieur de Coubertin as he experiences the vibrant world of traditional Chinese wrestling.

(04:04) Gain insights from a former coach of China's national wrestling team as he sheds light on the deep-rooted traditions of Chinese wrestling.

(05:39) Explore wrestling in the modern Olympics.