Sometimes we overlook things such as fighting hard mano y mano, mental toughness and strategy, graceful technique, and longevity.

Do you know anything about the Olympian that was chosen to carry the flag in the 2012 Opening Ceremony? Learn all about two-time Gold medalist in women's sabre fencing, Mariel Zagunis.

More photos from the Arnold Sports Festival - including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, fencing, cheer-leading, lifting, and gymnastics.

Fencing is a classic art, part of our history since the Middle Ages.