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is 25 too late to learn a martial art?

 
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12/28/2012 05:36 PM
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is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
seems like everyone started while they were a kid
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12/28/2012 05:40 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Its never too late :)

couture, freeman, vera and quarry all started in their mid to late 20's and all had good careers in the UFC.
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12/28/2012 05:41 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I started when I was 45.
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12/28/2012 05:44 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Never too late.

Which style you thinking about?
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Its never too late :)

couture, freeman, vera and quarry all started in their mid to late 20's and all had good careers in the UFC.
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^^ This. Even though I am not sure if you're interested in competing or just doing it for your own satisfaction/need/hobby..

hf
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12/28/2012 05:46 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
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12/28/2012 05:48 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
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I took my son everyday for 5 yrs,,I saw adults in the 30.40,50 range enjoying it.Depends on the person..Go for it!!!!
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12/28/2012 05:50 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
nah. have a buddy who started learning Jo Kuru? Not sure I'm spelling that right? But he's progressed to be tops in it and he stated at age 30.
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12/28/2012 05:50 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Its never too late :)
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THIS is the biggest LIE!
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12/28/2012 05:51 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
well obviously if you have a hunch back or you're like 70 with limited mobility, it is too late.
last one
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12/28/2012 05:51 PM

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Just buy a Glock. Cheaper, and more effective.
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12/28/2012 05:52 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
main thing is flexibilty.
so just start streching now, before you decide.
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12/28/2012 05:53 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Its never too late :)
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THIS is the biggest LIE!
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explain please
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Its never too late :)
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THIS is the biggest LIE!
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explain please
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
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From what you're describing, perhaps you'd be interested in Aikido.

[link to en.wikipedia.org]

[link to www.aikido.com]
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12/28/2012 05:54 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Elvis learned ten years your senior or so.
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12/28/2012 05:56 PM

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
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Get a blowjob and buy a gun...
I never forgive and I never forget

I am a licensed firearm holder. I will, under protection of law, use lethal force if attacked.

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12/28/2012 06:00 PM

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I helped a 75-year old grandmother earn her black belt in my younger days. It took her several years to get there, but she definitely earned it. She could break a 1" thick hardwood plank by the time she was awarded the belt, and was quite effective in most other areas.

In short, anyone can do just about anything they set their mind on. You just need to be thoughtful, deliberate and persistent in your approach.
Within the surreal depths of "reality" lies the truth.
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Learn Tae Kwon Do, it has served me very well, you use 80% legs and 20% hands, unlike Karate that uses 50/50...your legs are longer than your arms, hopefully, and much more powerful...
I never forgive and I never forget

I am a licensed firearm holder. I will, under protection of law, use lethal force if attacked.

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I helped a 75-year old grandmother earn her black belt in my younger days. It took her several years to get there, but she definitely earned it. She could break a 1" thick hardwood plank by the time she was awarded the belt, and was quite effective in most other areas.

In short, anyone can do just about anything they set their mind on. You just need to be thoughtful, deliberate and persistent in your approach.
 Quoting: SaveUSa


Hardwood, like Oak, or do you mean pine?
I never forgive and I never forget

I am a licensed firearm holder. I will, under protection of law, use lethal force if attacked.

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Monk Meat

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12/28/2012 06:04 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Learn Tae Kwon Do, it has served me very well, you use 80% legs and 20% hands, unlike Karate that uses 50/50...your legs are longer than your arms, hopefully, and much more powerful...
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Doesn't go with what he described.
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12/28/2012 06:06 PM

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Learn Tae Kwon Do, it has served me very well, you use 80% legs and 20% hands, unlike Karate that uses 50/50...your legs are longer than your arms, hopefully, and much more powerful...
 Quoting: BRIEF


Doesn't go with what he described.
 Quoting: Monk Meat


Why not?
I never forgive and I never forget

I am a licensed firearm holder. I will, under protection of law, use lethal force if attacked.

Briefcut4892
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12/28/2012 06:06 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
whatever you do,
don't waste time with a traditional martial art.

find a mixed martial art gym in your area and join that.

none of the other crap works.
mma or a gun, it's that simple.
Kael

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12/28/2012 06:08 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 25898128


From what you're describing, perhaps you'd be interested in Aikido.

[link to en.wikipedia.org]

[link to www.aikido.com]
 Quoting: Monk Meat


Yeah do it. I have almost 1year of Aikido and it's great.
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I helped a 75-year old grandmother earn her black belt in my younger days. It took her several years to get there, but she definitely earned it. She could break a 1" thick hardwood plank by the time she was awarded the belt, and was quite effective in most other areas.

In short, anyone can do just about anything they set their mind on. You just need to be thoughtful, deliberate and persistent in your approach.
 Quoting: SaveUSa


Hardwood, like Oak, or do you mean pine?
 Quoting: BRIEF


Oak
Within the surreal depths of "reality" lies the truth.
Monk Meat

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12/28/2012 06:12 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Learn Tae Kwon Do, it has served me very well, you use 80% legs and 20% hands, unlike Karate that uses 50/50...your legs are longer than your arms, hopefully, and much more powerful...
 Quoting: BRIEF


Doesn't go with what he described.
 Quoting: Monk Meat


Why not?
 Quoting: BRIEF


Aikido is all about balance, it's flowing movements are very relaxing (albeit there's some fairly strenuous physicality involved at times), and it is strictly defense.

Too much jumping around and all that with TKD
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12/28/2012 06:15 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
I'm looking to find balance, something to relax me but at the same time, something for defense.
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aikido is what you want then
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12/28/2012 06:15 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
aikido is shit too

you clowns no nothing about martial arts.

he needs to train MIXED MARTIAL ARTS!!

do you fucking understand that?
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12/28/2012 06:16 PM

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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
Check out Krav Maga for self defense, and maybe Tai Chi for balance and flow.
Within the surreal depths of "reality" lies the truth.
Monk Meat

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12/28/2012 06:16 PM
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Re: is 25 too late to learn a martial art?
whatever you do,
don't waste time with a traditional martial art.

find a mixed martial art gym in your area and join that.

none of the other crap works.
mma or a gun, it's that simple.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 17186349


I strongly disagree with this. Traditional martial arts are a great way to keep in shape. Great for you physically and mentally.

It's not what style you know, it's who you are as a person that mainly determines the outcome of a confrontation.

Besides, if you're an average guy in an average neighborhood, chances are, you won't be in a situation to "test your skills."





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