am i to old
- Thread starter evil
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Give it a try and see if it is for you.
At 39 your still a child to some I have seen start at a much, much older age
You're not too old at all.
At the dojo, we have a lady who started when she was in her mid 40's, and she passed her shodan exam late last year. What started out as her training because her kids were in the program, ended up being a benefit for everyone, since she serves as a great source of inspiration to the others.
One of our instructors here started when he was 71 years old. He trained hard, and is still training to this date, as well as filling in as an instructor as needed, at the young age of 77. Never understimate him, since he has fantastic timing with his punches, and knows how to read people like so many books.
At the dojo, we have a lady who started when she was in her mid 40's, and she passed her shodan exam late last year. What started out as her training because her kids were in the program, ended up being a benefit for everyone, since she serves as a great source of inspiration to the others.
One of our instructors here started when he was 71 years old. He trained hard, and is still training to this date, as well as filling in as an instructor as needed, at the young age of 77. Never understimate him, since he has fantastic timing with his punches, and knows how to read people like so many books.
Ninjamom
2nd Black Belt
Puh-LEASE!!!!!
Father Time is parked in my driveway, the AARP has my number on speed-dial ready to pounce in another two years, and if you don't start training NOW I might just have to come down there! :wink:
Don't you DARE worry about 'being too old' - training (regular physical activity, weight-bearing exercises, aerobic health, social interaction with others, setting and achieving goals) is one thing that will help keep you young.
Two years ago at our dojang, we had a student pass his first black belt test - at 72 years of age.
Father Time is parked in my driveway, the AARP has my number on speed-dial ready to pounce in another two years, and if you don't start training NOW I might just have to come down there! :wink:
Don't you DARE worry about 'being too old' - training (regular physical activity, weight-bearing exercises, aerobic health, social interaction with others, setting and achieving goals) is one thing that will help keep you young.
Two years ago at our dojang, we had a student pass his first black belt test - at 72 years of age.
Sometimes people's accounts get suspended because they fail to fill out the appropriate information for membership.
Now back to the original question of the thread. I think the consensus here thus far is you are never too old.
LanJie
Blue Belt
I think that you are afraid of Muay Thai because of the training that professional fighters do in Thailand. I doubt it is that intense. If you are concerned ask your son's instructor.
I am sure you can do it and it will be something great to share with your son. If you like it maybe you can get your wife to eventually train too.
Good luck.
Regards,
Steve
I am sure you can do it and it will be something great to share with your son. If you like it maybe you can get your wife to eventually train too.
Good luck.
Regards,
Steve
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