caution1919 Posted March 21, 2006 Share Posted March 21, 2006 im 17 years old and i want to start but im very outta shape and unflexable...theres a place called martial arts institute very close...the problem is i dont want to be the only one my age starting with a bunch of younger kids cause that would be pretty embaressing. But with all that said should i start dieting and get in shape and more flexable on my own time before i start if i do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red dawn Posted March 21, 2006 Share Posted March 21, 2006 Congrats on being interested in starting the MA! first off, does that place offer any teenage or adult classes? And second, depending on the type of art they teach, you'll find that most people (especially adults) are there to get into shape. But even before you start it is a good idea to start looking at your diet and see what foods you should cut down on or get rid off. Then get started on a good diet plan (and when i say diet plan I DO NOT mean adkins or south beach. I mean a lifestyle diet with healty food) It would be a good idea to at least cut down on fast food if not stop eating it completely. Also, eat smaller meals. It will help you build good eating habbits. If you usually make yourself 2 tacos. Just make yourself one. It will train you to no overeat. And exercising is very important. Running, jumping jacks, jump rope. Even walking is better than nothing. And I also recommend going over to the Fitness forum, you will find it a big help! Now is it really important to start doing all this before starting a MA? No, but it will get you healthier and give you more energy and indurance to train. But you will build all that during your training to if you are committed. I never said it wasn't dangerous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patusai Posted March 21, 2006 Share Posted March 21, 2006 I'd talke to the instructor. They are probably beginner adult classess too. As for diet, start working out slowly. Walking and building up the length that you walk is a good and safe way to start...usually "Don't tell me the sky's the limit because I have seen footprints on the moon!" -- Paul Brandt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartialArthur Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 At most MA schools, we expect new students to be out of shape and not flexible. We work with beginners to gradually build up their strength, fitness, and flexibility. It is more important to start today than to wait until next week or next month so you can get in better shape. Just take that first step onto the mat and you will be glad you did. For many students, that first step is the hardest. After that, it becomes a way of life... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caution1919 Posted March 24, 2006 Author Share Posted March 24, 2006 you guys are a great help. And ive decided that im going to start asap. But ive been researching different arts and i cant make up my mind between Muay Thai and TKD. There is a place right down the road from me that is strictly TKD. And about muay thai im going to call the places around me to see if they teach it but if not should i just go with TKD because its what is right down the road?...also im looking for the style that is along the lines of real life situations which seems to me that would be muay thai but correct me if im wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartialArthur Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 im looking for the style that is along the lines of real life situations Real life situations vary greatly. What type of fights do you usually get into? How well trained are the combatants that you fight?I personally do not get into fights (except in the ring), so I am in a style that I enjoy the training. I think most styles will prepare you in time to handle a typical bully or street encounter. No style will help you if you don't enjoy it enough to stick with it. Try the taekwondo, take a few classes, talk to a some students your age. If you are not comfortable with it, look around for something you prefer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravenzoom Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Well Muay Thai is obviously better for self-defense, not that TKD isn't though. The problem is that the training will surely be hardcore. Are you ready for that? If not, try the TKD class and maybe change to Muay Thai when you feel you're ready, or just stick to TKD if you like it. What type of TKD is it by the way? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caution1919 Posted March 24, 2006 Author Share Posted March 24, 2006 it just says korean TKD thats all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravenzoom Posted March 30, 2006 Share Posted March 30, 2006 Ok, but there are different types of TKD. Some are for self-defense, other for the olympics, etc. You try to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaymac Posted April 2, 2006 Share Posted April 2, 2006 My advice would be to shop around some. Take some trips to local schools and see about doing a trial membership. I wouldn't immediately limit yourseld to TKD or Muay Thai, although both are good for work out and self defense. Also, most dojo's offer different classes for ages. You probably do not have to worry about being in the same class with 10 year olds. A great martial artist is one who is humble and respectful of others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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