NewLevel Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I'm another new guy around here but I'm loving the site and forum.I've always had great love and respect for martial arts growing up but didn't take lessons...either because there were no instructors or I had other interests. I remember buying Black Belt magazine when I was about 10 years old every time I was in a store. I have a renewed passion now for MA and I still love it. MMA and XMA is great as well! UFC is always good...I'm 23 years old now and I just started taking classes locally here in Kentucky. My first lesson was this week and I absolutely loved it! I dont think I've ever felt as confident and proud to be training in anything else besides MA. I'm currently learning Shorin Ryu Karate Do, Kobudo, and Wing Chun. My master is 2nd Dan-Dave Frazier.I'm already addicted and determined to reach my dreams and goals in MA. I'm an overweight guy 6'2" around 280 lbs. I think there's some sort of stereotype on starting MA late and overweight but I'm planning on breaking that stereotype!I'm VERY new to everything in MA so I hope to gain understanding from the great people here in the forums.Do you guys think I'm too old or overweight to start training/learning and compete in tournaments, etc? Thanks! "In time of grave public crisis, one must have the courage to face a million and one opponents..." - Gichin Funakoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWx Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Welcome! You're never too old or overweight or anything else to start MA. Better late than never. "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." ~ Confucius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjanurse Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Welcome!Never too old....never too late! "A Black Belt is only the beginning."Heidi-A student of the artsTae Kwon Do,Shotokan,Ju Jitsu,Modern Arnishttp://the100info.tumblr.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Welcome aboard, NewLevel. Glad to have you. Thanks for sharing that info about yourself.Patrick Patrick O'Keefe - KarateForums.com AdministratorHave a suggestion or a bit of feedback relating to KarateForums.com? Please contact me!KarateForums.com Articles - KarateForums.com Awards - Member of the Month - User Guidelines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallgeese Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Welcome aboard. Glad to have you and no, if you want to try certainly try. 23 is a prime age, go for it. http://alphajiujitsu.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJhRVuwbm__LwXPvFMReMww Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarateEd Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Welcome to KF, NewLevel!Isn't it great to finally start something that you have had an interest in for a long time? As for your question, my answer is a resounding No! Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joesteph Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Welcome to the forums, NewLevel! ~ JoeVee Arnis Jitsu/JuJitsu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Welcome to KF! I echo the above sentiments....there is no time like the present! https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pittbullJudoka Posted February 25, 2009 Share Posted February 25, 2009 Welcome aboard. I broke the starting late mold for you lol! I earned my shodan at the age of 28. So start late it can be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
white owl Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Welcome to the forums. If you think 23 is to old to start training I was 31 . It is never to late it just hurts more . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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