How old is too old to start mixed martial arts?

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Chael Sonnen gives his opinion on how old is too old to begin a mixed martial arts career in todays era on this episode of Beyond the Fight.
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[@MadMotoInc]

I’m 29, just bought a heavybag. I’ll be triple champ within a year. Two tops.

[@alexsnow5092]

I believe

[@northeastslingshot1664]

👊😂

[@MadMotoInc]

I watched all the world star videos, and at least half the Gracie breakdowns. I’d beat the shit out of CM Punk.

[@semyaza555]

@casual complaints you're just an average bloke.

[@-KillaWatt-]

You ain't nothing until you beat Charlie Zelenoff.

[@hahadude888]

Only chael can address a question and still not answer it

[@Montoya1991]

The bad guy can do whatever he wants chico 🚬

[@gurpinderjohal337]

Righttr

[@Pclub4ever]

He did answer it by saying that starting MMA doesn't mean much if you don't compete at a regular basis and push yourself. If you have an athletic background with competition you can start MMA even in your mid thirties.

[@ChasingMusashi]

Lol

[@x_MrYAYA_x]

Chael would make a perfect politician.

[@fergcrichton8058]

27 and have my first MMA fight in December. Started with Taekwondo at 22 and since got into boxing and BJJ. If you're in your 20's just do it.

[@VikingMuayThai]

I started at 24 and I think the kids that start early are chinny. Just my opinion...

[@fergcrichton8058]

I've had this conversation recently. Wonder if there's any science behind this?

[@bradymccabe690]

Ferg Crichton good luck

[@fergcrichton8058]

@@bradymccabe690 Thanks, much appreciated!

[@clavicusvile1328]

@@fergcrichton8058 what do you mean chinny? As in have or dont have a chin?

[@rickjones3965]

37 and will be fighting tomorrow live on my PlayStation.

[@abz3077]

😂 good luck.

[@BlackishSayian]

Ricky j ! Good to see a top level ea ufc guy actually interested in mma 🤣

[@Walndalf_the_brown1]

😂😂

[@rickjones3965]

@@Walndalf_the_brown1 297 Likes LMFAO. I forgot I even left this message.

[@alexandereisen3486]

I put on “eye of the tiger” and went for a jog; im ready for a title shot

[@JamesSmith-cm7sg]

You forgot to down your raw eggs first.

[@jahwesbless7483]

Lol

[@fordtruckman93]

Lmao

[@erock5010]

I ready for a tequila shot. That fuckin run killed me

[@aidand.7911]

Ready to beat Apollo in our rematch

[@ToddDCLT4]

My dad out of nowhere decided to train MMA at 51 (Not athletic, never did sports) and had a Pro fight at 54. He lost via Split Decision to a 34 year old. “I’d rather live with a loss, than live with a regret.” His own words

[@gt8932]

he's a badass, tell him that

[@gt8932]

he's a badass, tell him that

[@gaminggatillo]

He is the men! Go tell him.

[@nandochavez4546]

That's a tuff man

[@shaulgovea6699]

Wise man..

[@MacLethal]

I started Jiu Jitsu at age 30. I'm 38 now. I just competed last week and took silver. Does this mean I could be any sort of fighter? Of course not, but martial arts are for every age, every gender, every size etc. Boxing may not be a great idea because you're getting blasted in the head in sparring, but grappling is a great sport for ALL ages. Even 60+ year olds can start and become black belts.

[@hunteressthompson5878]

Train hard, shut the fuck up and hit Ezekiel chokes

[@wolfparkour]

The one and only Mac Lethal!!

[@bane3991]

You took silver at a jiu jitsu tournament at 38, you should have specified that in jiu jitsu tournaments you're separated by age too. In other words, a 70yr old can win a gold medal...........In his division of old people but not in the division that's most competitive.

[@topgmotiv8tion]

Well done my man, I'm 36 and have been dying to start training bjj done a bit of muay thai but don't think my legs could take that shit at this age.

[@alevelkims813]

yo mac i did not expect you here!

[@pillowhands3617]

Chael: uploads a video His audience: OK great.

[@chillinlikascottfreevillia3848]

Yep you're right he is always there when we need him

[@AdobadoFantastico]

pretty much why I'm here

[@NicolaMaxwell]

I see chael I click. Simple

[@tanten191]

Oh and by the way...

[@DYLANBROCHILL]

let me tell you why this next 5 minutes makes sense

[@bobdolesghost2406]

I'm 39. 6ft 205lbs of pure dad bod. If Ruiz defends his belt I'm starting my boxing career this year.

[@northeastslingshot1664]

😂 good luck!

[@bobdolesghost2406]

@@northeastslingshot1664 No rules at our age. Win or lose we are going to be sore after so might as well use it all.

[@northeastslingshot1664]

@@bobdolesghost2406 😂 I just noticed your name.😂👊

[@luisnajera7676]

He’s been boxing since he was like 9

[@bobdolesghost2406]

@@luisnajera7676 Could ya just let me be inspired?

[@RTSxx1998]

chael: how old is too old to start martial arts ? Me: CM Punk.

[@tophernolastname2378]

CM Punk'd be 6-0 now and ready to beat Mike Jackson if he'd actually had good management & let him get some pro experience on the regional scene before going into the UFC.

[@TheRealDougMessmer]

You could start at his age if you have talent. Unfortunately he doesn't.

[@seansnipes8334]

@@tophernolastname2378 I hope ur joking

[@tophernolastname2378]

@@seansnipes8334 You know so little about MMA & are such a casual that I honestly feel like disregarding you as a person, if you don't think CM Punk could have built up a 6-0 record since 2016 on the regional circuit. You can ignore the rest of what I said, but it explains why CM Punk going undefeated on the regional circuit was 100% plausible. Especially in America, where there are organizations & managers that CATER to giving fighters undefeated 10-0 records. You ever wonder where all those undefeated records on DWCS come from? The only reason the UFC signed CM Punk despite not having a fight was because they were afraid of him going 6-0 on the regional circuit, developing a well-rounded skillset, and ready for Bellator, the PFL, RIZIN, or maybe even ONE to poach his star talent, engaging the UFC in a bidding war. Not all 2-0 or 0-0 fighters are the same. There are a lot of guys who are 10-0 that would go 0-3 in the UFC prelims, and there are a lot of guys who haven't made their debuts yet who are such hard workers and have such a good team (meaning in the gym, they're going 100% with UFC veterans every day and holding their own) that, honestly, they could go 5-0 on the UFC prelims. Amir Sadollah's the best example of this; if it wasn't for his injuries, his career could have gone way differently. The UFC's trial-by-fire matchmaking means that somebody with no combat experience-- like a pro wrestler, who, as history has shown, need a LOT more experience in MMA compared to, say, a taekwondo black belt (or college wrestler), before their pro wrestling athleticism is transferable to high-level competition-- is facing an Extreme uphill battle. In the UFC, they'll be fighting those 0-0 guys that could easily go undefeated on the UFC prelims, instead of the 0-0 WWE star fighting an 0-0 regional pro wrestling star on the Midwest Fight Circuit that CM Punk SHOULD have been getting some pro experience on, then by the time they're 6-0 and have worked out the kinks in their style & training-regimen (I.E., Punk figured out a couple striking tricks that work to set up his takedowns, instead of spamming basic combos & single-legs like a guy in his second fight) they fight a tough, skilled noob like a 2-0 Mickey Gall and maybe they win this time. If you disagree with any of this-- you don't watch enough MMA. Everything I've said is stuff that happens in the sport Constantly outside the UFC. Doesn't Bellator have a 2-0 WWE star on their roster right now that they signed in 2016 that they're doing the build-up-wins approach with?

[@seansnipes8334]

@@tophernolastname2378 I literally go to Roufusport everyday and worked beside Phil Brooks on the rare occation he does Show up many of times. So I dont need to read anything you have to say. I can tell for a fact I've personally watched amateur Fighters with little experience manhandle CM Punk. Stop living in this fake reality of pro wrestlers being tougher than anybody cuz they're just not. Sorry to burst your bubble.

[@skylinesranches2]

My fighter in UFC 3 is now the GOAT I’ll be on the roster in no time

[@laynescooby9784]

100%

[@marczeppieri9075]

Love that game but i hate how you fighting like 60 year old yoel romero or 53 year old khabib. They better fix that next game lol

[@STEELGMBL]

@@marczeppieri9075 lol I remember seeing Khabib record was 68-11 and I'm like Khabib wouldn't lose that many fight in a hundred years

[@marczeppieri9075]

@@STEELGMBL lol yeah basically you have to pretend you're in an alternate universe if you want it to be immersive. Really anticipating the next one. Hope they revert back to the ragdoll knockouts and not the awful ko animations they changed to.

[@STEELGMBL]

@@marczeppieri9075 Eh I didn't mind it too much but I will say you can land kicks alot easier in that game than you really should be able to

[@coinstar2445]

I started training at 27 after not training for 5 years. had 2 fights a year later. 1st fight won by 9 sec ko , second fight lost by decision got wrestled up by a div 1 wrestler. I say it’s never too late to test yourself

[@ivanrod533]

How’s it going for you now bro?

[@crystalmoreno3787]

Always those damn wrestlers! LMFAO Good shit tho :) Ru still competing?

[@Nathantooit]

Yo! Thats right man, big respect

[@Gymthingz]

@@crystalmoreno3787I might start competing

[@1297skypred]

I just started training at 24. As long as you want it bad enough it can be done but no better time to start than right now. We aren’t getting any younger. So we must get better.

[@iamalpharius9483]

I started wrestling at 7. I started Taekwondo at 11. I started Judo at 20. Im 46 now and have not taken more than a week between doing some kind of fight, practice, coaching or training. I have never won a championship. I have never been paid a purse. I just like to do it. Its been with me my entire life and I will probably never not do it.

[@nangkuog6827]

Indiana Jones get your lying ass out of here

[@nextlevelbjj3083]

Damn you just can’t seem to stick to anything though huh

[@iamalpharius9483]

@@nangkuog6827 Im content. But please, feel free.

[@roflswamp6]

Fucking hell yeah i wanna be you

[@StallionFernando]

Lame...

[@andytieu604]

Its never too late to start. But it may be too late to start with the intent to compete depends on who you are and your level of fitness going into it.

[@KrikZ32]

Eh you could compete even late, but 99.99% of people wont be at the top in the world. You don't have to be that great to compete at the lower end of heavyweight in ufc for example

[@ziv4545]

@@KrikZ32 Stab at Brendan Schaub? U sneaky man

[@Carlito_Brigante]

Exactly. Strangely enough, this was what I was thinking about today. I think the ability to train at a higher rate when you’re beginning is a huge deal. Puts you so far ahead of the curve. Also, very obviously - experience in any sports prior, especially combat sports. There’s many fighters who have started late and accomplished a lot. Jimmy Manuwa for example started at 27 with 0 prior experience. Francis Ngannou can also be mentioned here, got to a title fight in under 5 years. It’s all about mindset and perseverance.

[@Grungle466]

Sometimes it is too late to start, depending on who you are. Illnesses and diseases can severely inhibit someone's ability to do the tasks required for the sport. More often than not though, most people can start martial arts at any time and have fun with it.

[@treemanzoneskullyajan711]

@@KrikZ32 WHATS POINT DOING IT IF YOU NOT GONNA COMPETE, YOUD BE ODD ONE OUT, A FREAK

[@radeczech15]

That's what i needed to hear, especially from my hero Chael. I'm 26 and just recently started with Kickboxing and i freaking love it.

[@yougottarelax]

I started mma at 23, I had my first amateur fight at 24, and keep moving up, u can start at any time, as soonest ur not like, idk, 30? Maybe but if ur 20-28, go for it, if ur hungry and u love it, u can make it happen

[@kainbrennend2265]

Did you have any athletic background or experience in other sports before you started training MMA?

[@yougottarelax]

@@kainbrennend2265 I was always athletic, but 0 experience in fighting sport

[@carsoncrowe2680]

@@yougottarelax how are you doing now? im 24 in october and want to start training to compete asap. just worried im too late

[@yougottarelax]

@@carsoncrowe2680 I'm doing good, I had like 5 amateur fights already, but ur not late, If ur going for mma and starting from 0, you'll probably need 7 months - to a full year training before having a fight, but yeah 24 ur not that late,

[@gabrielgabriel5177]

I am 37 and i think i can do it as someone at 20. Anyway i have been doing sports my whole life.

[@AnimeCultist15]

Everything will come down to work ethic, and how often you’re competing, Volkanovski started MMA at like 21/22, never lost a ufc fight, and is a dominant champion, he worked as a concreter( which is labour intensive) played rugby and competed, and trained in wrestling for a year and got some competition in, and look where he is now, a lot of it’s also mental, even Colby said, as long as you’re not 30 and fresh getting into mma, you stand a chance as long as your mindset allows you to

[@ts0088]

Bro Volk trained in Wrestling since he was a kid. He just left it in his early teens. But he had a base. And was crazy athletic. But I still think you are right in a lot of ways. Volk is the man

[@Darth_Bateman]

Ummm…. Im 30 and I’ve been hitting the gym for years, but I did an MMA class for a summer, can I still be any kind of fighter?

[@AnimeCultist15]

@@Darth_Bateman I’m never the type to say somethin can’t be done, you could definitely train longer and have some fights in the cage, but have the time to build a career up to a level of world class before your physical fighting prime expires, unlikely unless you had some strong martial arts background from 10 years prior that you could add to

[@AnimeCultist15]

@@Darth_Bateman or for all we know you could be some genetic knockout freak and just starch everyone and then go in to be a star , everyone in life disqualifies each other because of their own insecurities stemming from their individual lack of achievement and disappointment in themselves

[@Darth_Bateman]

@@AnimeCultist15 You just made me realize something….

[@w7n424]

Short answer: There isn’t a age to old, you could start martial arts at 27 and you could also start a martial art at 50. Obviously if you decide to start at 40 your not going to the ufc but there really isn’t a bad time to start. Some people seem to think you need to start from 5 or 6 but that’s just utter bs 😂

[@xjsvg8054]

@Abinanta Maheswara 17? Too young? You’re a kid man! and that’s not an insult you got so much time to learn, The youngest people at my gym are brothers who are 17 and 14 and they are beasts and This new guy who I regularly do pad work with just told me the other night that HE’S 15, imagine how my ass who started last year at 22 felt when he said that. However for you That’s only 2 years. Your parents are insane bro haha

[@chasebishop982]

Tbh for 95% of people 25-30 is to late to start if you ever want to be a top contender .but there’s a select few of people with the perfect storm of genetics like natural athleticism fast reaction time good muscle genetics having speed and power and most importantly the ability to learn fast . People who have those things can start later then others

[@Jewel_Screaming_Chango8387]

Ive started martial arts at age 7 now 30 and coach Bjj :)

[@anthonylombardo4829]

You have to start at 6 or 7 if you want to be world champ maybe. But he'll there are some world champion boxers that started in their early 20s

[@Drebin]

Was literally about to submit this as a question. Thanks for answering uncle chael

[@sinister0077]

My Judo instructor always said "you can turn a fighter into a technician, but you cant turn a technician into a fighter".

[@josefstone5232]

What does that mean

[@fermintrujillo3195]

@@josefstone5232 it's harder to train balls

[@knuckle-sandwichmma681]

@@josefstone5232 competitive spirit isnt built in the gym. you're either born with it or you're not

[@eg2official132]

@@knuckle-sandwichmma681 nah I've built it through experience

[@fatboy3985]

@@knuckle-sandwichmma681 i disagree it has a lot to do with the way you were raised

[@youngOG87]

Got interested in mma at 28 years old. Thought about starting to train (to compete) but noticed every single top fighter had some background of wrestling, judo, bjj etc. and said to hell with it. The thought of facing someone with years of experience even in one area of mma like that freaks me out. I’ve only even been in a few fist fights in my life but I love mma.

[@mattphorwich]

Haha thanks bro! And congrats on all the great wins! Chael sonnen is the man! God bless the multiverse!

[@RonALampman]

Gotta say, training with Matt Horwich at 59, and just being able to keep him at bay for a time gave me the confidence to compete in my first MMA match in Streetbeefs Scrapyard at 60, against a taller, heavier, 20yo opponent, and WIN. Oh, I've competed most of my life too. All the best!

[@wisewigga7129]

That's fucking impressive sir

[@RonALampman]

@zolko bolko in streetbeefs scrapyard, just look up Anomaly vs. My matches will show up.

[@LoFox]

Shout out Matt. He's such a good dude.

[@CaptainReeg]

Hey bro i watch a metric fuck load of fight stuff and ive actually seen yourfights and i love street beef, im 25 boxed in high school, dont train anymore but love watchin, dude your a fucking Savage keep going dude youre a lethal mofo man never thought i would find you somewhere else haha xD

[@RonALampman]

​@@CaptainReegthank you so much! Means a lot to me. Been doing a lot of reffing there lately.

[@wilmeerdandat348]

27 and i just had my first kickboxing lesson after not working out for an entire year (and the work outs i used to do were very mediocore). Found out that my cardio is all messed up, and i threw up all over the gym lol. But i'm determined to keep pushing and becoming stronger.

[@jinshidkallingal]

Any updates? R u alive?😂

[@lord2770]

🤣🤣🤣

[@rd-wv1iz]

What’s the update ?

[@prayattentiontv4825]

I played football from the age of 5 to 18. Didn’t progress to the collegiate level. I always loved competing and now that I’m 22 years old I still love to compete. I thought my competiting days were over but now that I came across Chris’ video Its time for me to start competing again. This time martial arts. Thank you Chris for opening my eyes

[@santananyc4695]

I’m in the same boat bro

[@Jaedennm]

I'm 20 I'm about to start as well! How is it going for you?

[@santananyc4695]

@@Jaedennm you have a lot of time bro by the time 23 you’ll probably be able to compete and know some stuff jus stay consistent

[@andresmovement3595]

Woooww that ending Chael .. Thank you!

[@theDavidChannel1]

Dan Severn made his fighting debut when he was 36 years old at UFC 4 and won his first two fights without throwing a single strike. He went on to fight over 120 more times and retired at age 53.

[@StallionFernando]

Ok but he had tons training in wrestling and bbj since high school, he didn't start from ground zero.

[@rkumar570]

Wonder what would have happened if Dan Severn was on TRT when it was legal???

[@Michael89240]

Dude he was a world class wrestler

[@stumbras2000]

oh he was...@@rkumar570

[@chrishett99]

Thanks, Chael. At 38, I've been pondering this question for a long time. Directly next door to my house, is a storefront that used to be a daycare. The daycare closed down and an MMA academy opened up.

[@LeoPaints]

I started MMA last year at 38, my body went through a conditioning process for one year, becoming more flexible, learning fundamentals of striking and Jiu Jitsu. This is a process that has slowly adapted my body mass, muscle tone, joints to sustain impacts involved with close combat. If you do this you will have no choice but to get to know your body in a profound way to make sure your joints, bones and muscles can keep up. The benefits in your work, social, and love life will be imense, but you must be ready to take that red pill, as far as competing in mma...that's a tough one!

[@viperford6840]

Hey Chael. I'm 16 and grew up training in MMA as long as I can remember. The kids that are trained in multiple aspects of fighting for the goal of becoming a great MMA fighter. We are pushed into it by our elders because they love MMA. I wrestle at school and practice BJJ and Thai boxung all the time. We do it now because we love it

[@elmirkulosman3809]

@chael, I’ve always thought you were a well spoken man, but, since you’ve been doing these videos you have literally become my favorite dude to listen to. I’ve had about 40 + Muay Thai bouts (4 Pro) and I completely, 100% agree with everything you say. I look damn good on pads, but, I still question if I can push even harder. I was the guy who was a nightmare to spar and train with. I trained at the original HITSquad with Hughes, Robbie, Spear, Magny and a ton of amazing pros. Very passionate about Muay Thai and being good at it. But, the pressure of owning a gym and almost always being the most talented fighter in the room really made it difficult in the ring. I always fought to not lose instead of really wanting to win if that makes sense. I had a fear of being caught/embarrassed by someone who wasn’t as good. Can I train that differently now that I’m 32? P.S. - I may have been one of the top guys of the gyms I’ve been with locally. I by all means was a punching bag at any of the MMA classes at the Hit Squad. Lol. That shit was definitely a very humbling experience.

[@derricklavoie6509]

Im 38 and about to turn 39. I was always athletic and did workout for many years. I did a substantial amout of drinking throughout my years but always had a good work ethis. I'd really like to start martial arts. I don't ever need to compete but would like to make part of my lifes routine. I personally don't think anyone is too old as long as you feel healthy I think it will work out

[@tophernolastname2378]

Long Story Short: it depends on yourself and what you're looking for, but if you work hard & are smart, even if you won't become a champion, you can go surprisingly far.

[@NateNateNate5678]

Perfect comment bro, this needs to be at the top of the thread. And I actually really needed to hear this. Thanks man

[@tophernolastname2378]

@@NateNateNate5678 Jon Fitch says in his KZbin livestream that Romanian Deadlifts are great for wrestling.

[@maaylaay5425]

Man I'm 24 years old. I'm joining a gym next month and I couldn't be more excited! I'm athletic and have good stamina but haven't fought much in my life. I've got heart and a great work ethic so I'm excited to see where this can take me! Keep an eye out ;)

[@RighteousPharaoh]

Good luck I hope you succeed🙏🏽

[@garagegymbros2198]

biggest mistake in my life was that I never went to a gym. fear of failure ... My heroes were Hulk Hogan, van Damme, Stallone and was always practicing on my own, but never dared to take the step. Eternal regret.

[@joshcross7463]

respect to you brother.

[@buffoonustroglodytus4688]

I feel your pain brother.

[@shaun8667]

That’s real talk

[@akhi5749]

GarageGymBro’s how old are you? I’m 33 just started training this week

[@garagegymbros2198]

@@akhi5749 i'm 37 and still breaking pr's in my gym with weight lifting. No fighting, but still active in sports!

[@louisjolliet3369]

Excellent content, thank you Shale.

[@samanthabutler3690]

Starting training at 27. I start this week. Super excited and ready to GO.

[@Ryan-fn2zr]

How’s it going?

[@chadparker394]

Hi there! How is it going?

[@ceeeceee8753]

How’s it going?

[@squidlings]

I wont be fulfilled until i see Cheal has made a video titled, "Just how good was I?"

[@sageredditt6634]

I’m 28 been training since 24 , had 8 fights lost 1 to decision. Work full time do it as a hobby , will never make it to ufc I’m to late to the game for that but still going to keep going out of enjoyment, really wish I knew what I do now when I was 20-22 years old not pushing my 30s

[@daynahblack3958]

I’m 18 and done a bunch of bag work over lockdown ( I understand that’s little to nothing). I’m going to join an MMA gym hopefully this year and I feel I could do pretty well in amateurs as I feel I have what makes a fighter mentally and have pretty heavy hands. I’ll see what happens but looking forward to making a start

[@ibby104]

Update ?

[@outliering5697]

I’m trying to do this too, I wrestle here and there just too broke for a mma gym but I started working. 16 atm

[@ts0088]

@@outliering5697 Wrestle at your school.

[@outliering5697]

@@ts0088 yessir I am and I’m going to a wrestling camp tomorrow 💪

[@massimocampanella5228]

Update

[@danielabramov353]

I'm 22 and just started signed up for local MMA gym, hopefully by the time I be 28 I will make my UFC debut Although I heard that people say peak age is between 28-32 so I hope it's not to late for me to make it big time

[@biggiebiggie6430]

Don't worry about that brother. Just keep working and work some more. You will make it.

[@chiefscards2945]

@@biggiebiggie6430 the ufc shouldn't be your main goal if your just starting focus on improving and take a fight after a year or so

[@gentlemandemon]

it's probably never too late to start, but you gotta adjust your goals as you get older. somebody who practices some kind of martial arts as a teen and transitions into MMA in the late teens/early 20s can probably aim a lot higher than somebody starting in their mid-30s.

[@raxyrax1017]

Thank you for your advice chael connen

[@BelfastBeatz]

Im 22, underweight and tall for my weight. Always considered Brazilian juijitsu. (gracie school close by) this video makes me want to begin. If i never fight, im dtill a trained martial artist! Uncle chael. My man!🙌🙌

[@ablan8801]

This video gives me hope, even though I'm just 13

[@CadePDrumstiX18]

Remember kids. "Failure is always an option" lmao. But no for real this is some good advice and it confirmed my initial thoughts of starting out with a specific dicipline and then using that as a gateway into MMA.

[@ivofena83]

There is something to it. In the past when Bulgarian weightlifters were professional they were using the Bulgarian weight lifting system. It was based not on learning how to lift, but on simulation of competition. And the system was very successful.

[@WallyTBE]

This is a great question!

[@jessejames2546]

Nobody: how old is to old? Chael: let’s break down how old is to old Somehow I’m still intrigued

[@jvfvdjddvdbfjxj7720]

TinFoil Hat Chael just discussess really random and unnecessary shit sometimes, he’s obviously bored. I only clicked in to see the comments 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@robwallens1263]

😂😂😂 facts

[@codycast]

Nobody: TinFoil Hat: I still these these memes are funny

[@brannonmcconkey4424]

You: to Me: too

[@belvinnadar5782]

Nearly 23 and seriously considering some form of martial arts not to become a professional fighter but just for myself, for self defense and development.

[@benjaminmaule8190]

Bjj bro, it's incredible

[@willevalle9371]

Great video!

[@dickpiano1802]

I’ve never witnessed greater greatness

[@madmaxiemartialartsnerd485]

I would say it's completely dependent on genetics, A big key to being a successful fighter isn't about how good you actually are but actually how fast can you heal. In Thailand these guys are doing pro fights every other week, and training just about every other day, and training hard. So if you are the type of guy who needs at least a whole week to recover after a rough training session or fight, then chances are you are "to old". You see where young fighters have a massive advantage over the older fellas, is simply, they heal faster, way faster, a bruise on them and a sore body will be gone in a day or two, on older fellas it can take weeks, maybe even months to recover from a rough injury. Another advantage young people have over older fellas, is their ability to process and react is on average way faster on younger people. When you get old you become wiser but your ability to think quickly in a heat of the moment can dim on some people. really it's a personal choice decission. The most important aspects to being a "pro fighter" is being able to recover quickly, being able to receive information and use it quickly, and being able to handle a rough and demanding schedule of constant training and constant fighting. If you can't do these three things, then going pro or even semi pro/ameteur is honestly not for you but that doesn't mean you can't pick it up as a passionate hobby that you are active in. All though I will say for the average person, the "decay" process begins around mid thirties late thirties

[@Thunderfist_McBeefcake]

Depends on your goal and what's realistically possible

[@imoteph26]

that was a great topic, :) , never too old too start training, but for competition you could say 30-35 but after that there probably is gonna be a big decline, what results in a very short professional carriére.

[@ArnoDorian68]

I'm 22 years old, I have a little background in karate, had 3 street fights, did beginners boxing course at my high school which wasn't great, it was very simple and capped off at being super simple. And that's it, that's my background in fighting, I know it's no where near impressive but that's my experience up until now. I always wanted be a boxer or a mixed martial artist but I'm disappointed in myself that I didn't start earlier. I genuinely am passionate, I got fire, and I know imp naturally strong, but I know that hard work beats gifted talent, and I don't know if I've missed the opportunity of me reaching my potential Seeing Khabib train from young, as well as Floyd, Mike Tyson, all these names of people who are amazing at what they do, is truly inspiring but I feel like I'm coming close to being 10 years late to making a start in training and competing. I can understand why they started young, our brains are at the prime of learning in our teenage years, so I feel like people like this will be a big threat to compete with Would it be a realistic goal to start and become someone who can compete at pro level? Because I'm seeing a lot of people say they started at 21, 22, 27 and when I see footage of them fight now, it doesn't look like they can compete with any of the pro fighters even though they have 5+ years of training. I'm the type of person who wants to reach their top potential when I do something because of the passion I have for it, but I want the harsh truth if that goal is even achievable More info about me 5' 8" height 67" reach 185 lbs

[@thejacklife1808]

Believe in urself bro I believe you Your a young killer just watch videos of training play video games of mma fighting Visualise fighting watch all the fights and analyse them as if you was fighting them think what you would do train at a gym Get some mma fights say you want to get a fight don’t be nervous be proud go for it Lots of mma groups now Just train at one ask to learn some new moves Trust me if you can go 5-7 days a week in free time or as much as possible and ask to learn something new you’ll be seriously well rounded by then just get some fights analyse your fights what you went wrong how you could do Better even if you win think how you could win faster and without getting hit 1 time learn learn learn. Free time is learning time. Go for your dreams conor McGregor was 24 when he started taking mma seriously He was just doing mma occasionally 3-4 days a week playfully when he was 19 working a job too. Bisping started doing mma at 26-28 After being inactive from jiu-jitsu for over a decade being broke.

[@thejacklife1808]

Drop your weight little too if you wanna compete because 185 is big for 5ft 8 Get to 155-160 walk around weight Fight at 145lbs or possibly 135lbs. That’s important or you’ll face very tough fights So diet down get ur weight lower naturally. You’ll also be super ripped at these weights so even more confidence and intimidation factor. Start now tho bro don’t wait and never ever ever give into negativity or people saying you can’t you can if you do this now 7-10 years is when most fighters become big time champions so you’ll be like 29-32 when your a champion bro

[@ArnoDorian68]

@@thejacklife1808 damn bro, I respect your words, and I will apply them as soon as possible. Good thing I'm already on a diet, I've started losing weight already so I guess its going well so far. I've contacted an mma group that's local to me, so I'll be joining that very soon but I want to lose a bit more weight, its tough because I mostly have muscle mass at the moment but I'm trying hard. Thanks for the eye opening words, made me look at reality a little different in a more positive way, definitely motivated me Respect bro

[@ArnoDorian68]

Huge respect that you took time out of your day to say this, fr, thats some real shit bro I've been working hard, but that definitely made me wanna work harder

[@NowYourMad]

@@thejacklife1808 I’m 28 I’m in incredible shape 182lbs 6”2 74” reach No exp in boxing or mma but I train on my own a lot and experienced fighters have complimented my punching form , foot work , and explosive speed . I’m looking to join a gym soon for boxing and allowing a coach to help me fix all errors and mistakes . I’m hoping I can have my first fight at age 29 - 30 years old … Any advice ?

[@sbombfitness]

I'm 19 and plan on starting on MMA training after July, once I finish my ultramarathon

[@ggeeoovvaannyy112233]

I 21 but ive competed a lot. One thing for sure that i learned. You have to train fucking hard and stamina is everything.

[@-ram-m2664]

I have been interested in UFC and MMA ever since getting the UFC1 VHS tape at Blockbuster. I started training boxing at 45 and since have added Muay Thai and MMA over the last 8 years. It has just enhanced my appreciation of the sport, the people that compete and has helped me stay in shape physically and mentally.

[@MMAintheHeartland]

I know a local guy named Dan Long who decided to start in his early 50s here on the local scene. He is fighting ammy and will never reach the big time, but he is enjoying it and performing pretty well. Never to old to follow a dream. For those with doubts, I have video.

[@NotTheNebraskaMan]

I am 28 going back into MMA for the first time in 9 years I trained for 3 years before but never had a fight I am planning on training for 2 years and getting my first fight at 30 . Wish me luck!

[@dzk7802]

good luck brotha

[@slade6empire588]

I'm in a similar boat good luck brother

[@thejacklife1808]

Go for it bro never too late to become a champion too 5 years training more is only 33 bro 7 years is 35 you’ve got this man never too early

[@Norman180]

Started at 35

[@kittuthakur3515]

Hey I m from India also 35 kindly send me your contact details

[@reynavillarreal9494]

That's awesome!!!

[@ravendluna369jasso8]

I just started at 37 🤟

[@ravendluna369jasso8]

Actually 36 had first fight on my 37th birthday and I’m doing it for me and to show my 20 year old and 5 year old who is training with me, that anything is possible 😜

[@ravendluna369jasso8]

Kuddos man !

[@SaniBravo]

That’s inspiring I don’t know who that Randy guy is but I just started at 34 years old 💪🏾💯

[@EMan-qg6dv]

I’m 17, 18 in a couple months. I started doing jiu jitsu at 14-15 and even competed a couple times. I turned 16 and got a job and stopped going to the gym. I came back to the gym 4 months ago ( I would’ve joined earlier if it wasn’t for covid ). Now I’m doing mauy Thai and I love striking even tho I walk around at 135 lbs and I’m 5’10 and I get out struck by grown men. I want to eventually get my first mauy Thai fight.

[@valenpkb79]

Bro am 18 and want to start mma to be pro. Can i still be that successful like todays fighers?

[@Docinaplane]

Absolutely true. Javier Mendez was talking, not that long ago, about how nothing makes a fighter better faster than fighting (sparring). As for being too old. Age is not so much the problem as damage. As you get older, you take damage easier. That will limit what you can accomplish. Train as smart as you can.

[@OLDMONKgamers]

I'm 23 years old and I want to become a great MMA fighter! I had my left knee injured and it's unstable. Guys please wish me for good luck! Boyka dream is on! ✊

[@bobdolesghost2406]

I've been watching since ufc 1. I have always loved combat sports. I wish the support and opportunities were there 20 years ago. I absolutely would have fought at least once. Cage fighting was taboo and Kenpo Karate was all anyone ever had to offer.

[@slicktheslickguy587]

thank you sonnen senpai

[@A_SalazarMMA]

Im a sophmore and i have no mma expirience and a year of hs wrestling expirience. But i have been an mma superfan for a couple years and im truly passionate about it. Tonight im going to ask my mom about me starting training in a serious intent to compete. Please wish me luck, i dont think she'll be happy because she just wants whats best for me, but Ik if she truly loves me she'll support my dream

[@Vietmac1993]

I wish you luck but don’t expect your parents to support you from the beginning. When Conor McGregor first started his parents weren’t very supportive of him. They didn’t talk for a very long time until Conor got into the UFC. Don’t expect the same results like Conor. I hope you have a back up plan if MMA doesn’t go well for you.

[@adalgissarodriguez7026]

Hey, how it going now?

[@A_SalazarMMA]

@@adalgissarodriguez7026 hello! It actually was about 3 months ago when I told my family about my dreams!! (Yes I chickened out for about a year lol) and it went surprisingly well. Right now I’m focusing primarily on wrestling with very very high level coaches. Soon I will start transitioning into MMA training. Thanks for the reply because I forgot I posted this comment

[@A_SalazarMMA]

@@Vietmac1993 Backup plans are for losers, I’m not one. I’m gonna get educated and find another profession to do after my career for my own fulfillment purposes, not because I think I’ll fail

[@Bulsebub]

I just want to share my little story: I started training MMA when I was 17 and a half, before that I did traditional martial arts for about 2 years but that was from around 12/13 to 15 but it did not give me much because it was one of most useless martial arts you could train (taido), well maybe it gave me a good stance and distance control. Anyways I did train MMA until I was 23 because I thought I would have gone some MMA matches by then. I did do some grappling matches but yeah it's not really the same thing as a fight and I did not want to get into an MMA fight until I thought I was ready, because if you lose in any other sport it's bad for your ego but in combat sports you can get hurt and destroy your ego. My biggest frustration and why I could never get any matches going is because I was injury-prone, my trainer actually said I had good talent, my ground game was good, my striking was getting good, my speed & power was way above average and I was strong for my weight. However, I got injured like every few months which took me a few weeks to heal and then when I came back I felt as I took 2 steps back and had to get it back first before improving again, and when injuries happen every few months for that many years it just felt like it was not meant to be. I even had a fight scheduled but of course something had to happen and I got pneumonia which took me out for 4-5 months and I lost about 20 pounds, mostly muscle. I still have a bad shoulder, knee, wrist, ribs, heel these days. It was my dreams for many years but as Nate Diaz said "rich people shouldn't fight" it is a bit true, not that I am rich at all but I had other options compared to other poor people with no other options than fighting. Maybe if I did not have those options I would still do MMA.

[@comonerleon]

Stannis Baratheon injuries are part of the game. One of the worst aspects of it. One needs to be on phenomenal shape to train MMA muscle is like protection against injuries.

[@StallionFernando]

Well there must have been something wrong with your training to be getting injured so often, sure they're part of the sport but I see tons of MMA fighters who have the most shit form when it comes to lifting weights, that will destroy your body in no time.

[@x_MrYAYA_x]

Nate is right. No need destroying your 🧠 if you have other options. The potential “riches” and glory is not worth it.

[@sirmount2636]

How is MMA different from martial arts?

[@whiteisthewolf1632]

What kind of injuries did you get ?

[@mohsin7702]

I turned 21 a few months ago I've started mma I've done boxing for years but switched to mma so wrestling,bjj, kicking etc it's completely new to me but I'm already getting better after a few sessions my plan is to compete at the end of year god willing ✌️

[@decoyaardvark2828]

So basically....the more time you spend doing the actual task (Fighting)...is where you get the most skill. So I'd say if you are starting old then make sure to get more fights than the younger guys in a short amount of time. So older guys take as many fights as you can...fight every week if you can (and if you are able to recover)...and don't spend too long preparing in the gym.

[@julienobioha1838]

Probably the best channel on KZbin. You should make a belt

[@2160Studio]

Started boxing at 28… 30 now and loving Every second of it!

[@burnintrees420]

Horwitch (probably butchering that) was such a submission beast in the IFL. Remember seeing the IFL in the Rose Quarter here in Portland....

[@Kaydje]

29 with a karate and boxing foundation from my childhood and teen years, with a little bit of scrappy fun times mixed in, starting the mma journey now. I feel old, but not too old. The hardest part is being new again while there are teenagers that dummy you.

[@drewpinckney6328]

47. Just started last week.

[@RobinHood-yk8og]

No old is too old. I started training at 37. No intention to enter a cage ever, but I've done a couple of BJJ comps and plan to continue until I'm dead.

[@Slippy_CTE]

I love that this video came out on my 18th birthday. Cause I really want to try mma

[@billyballepaltnacke451]

You are my God, Chael!

[@PunkHippie1971]

I think it’s still important to have a base in one of the traditional arts.. Boxing, wrestling, bjj, karate etc. I’ve never been a fan of beginner “MMA” classes. You gotta learn one first before you can be a jack of all

[@StallionFernando]

This is true

[@SurrealMK]

Might start this im 20 with a decent athletic background I just hope that if I do start I can compete and make it a career ?

[@DinoMac1973]

I'm 48 and just starting after a 20+ year layoff. Kickboxing for the weeks now and my body is remembering.

[@jerrygiovengo1927]

Great topic

[@thesage90]

I actually hear that starting at 30 or a little older is better because when you start young a lot of people lose momentum when they reach their prom because of injuries they got when they were younger

[@crystalmoreno3787]

It's old school thinking, we live in a new world now. I agree with you tbh.

[@thesage90]

@@crystalmoreno3787 I start working out in my early-twenties stopped started back early thirties I feel stronger, faster and younger. I put on more muscles doing calisthenics than I did lifting weights

[@crystalmoreno3787]

@@thesage90 That's awesome! I agree, I also feel stranger and more youthful now in my early 30s than I did in my 20s. I have been thinking of getting into calisthenics as well, thanks for sharing your experience with it!

[@Extinguish_]

I’m bout to start Muay Thai, wrestling and BJJ at 21 around new years.. I actually wanna compete but I don’t care if I make it to the ufc I just wanna compete to do it for fun. Good work out as well and I’ve always wanted to fight when I was little but I was broke to even go to a mma gym to get trained. Besides I also wanna sell clothes so it’ll be a good way to promote my clothing brand if I put my clothing brand on my mma shorts

[@thesage90]

@@Extinguish_ that's wassup kid go for it we live ones do ya thing do whatever you put your as long as it ain't hurting anyone I'm I'm 33 thinking about joining a boxing class for similar reasons just to learn the science and get the workout....

[@TravisBickle0312]

I've been doing martial arts since about 14 and MMA since about 16 or 17 but I've taken years out at a time and been incredibly inconsistent. I wonder how good I'd be if I'd stuck at it with no breaks.

[@rezkisain3288]

Me too. Same situation. Started at 14 for my black belt by 17 took too many breaks and now I’m 26. I have one month to train hard as I have a training sesh with the GOAT Jon Jones in a month 😅 rip me

[@rezkisain3288]

I hope you managed to get back into it 🙏

[@sickboy5919]

good ole Chael brings shit up for nostalgic reason.

[@FLeon-km2ky]

that was the greatest non-answer ever, thanks Chael...

[@nanu421]

I started kickboxing when I was 16 yo and I still believe I will be UFC World Champion

[@GratefulG]

All the best! If you believe it will happen!

[@-KillaWatt-]

For the health aspect you're never too old.

[@fraggelz]

GrannyFC make it happen conor

[@bensweeney5878]

I like this video. A lot of videos that are of the same genre that this one is in seem to venerate mediocrity. They talk about what makes MMA hard, what makes it grueling, but never what it truly means to do these things and dedicate to it. If I was someone who never trained martial arts, never been in a fight, or even sparred, I wouldn't want to hear some bullshit about how I should stick to a normal life, nor would I want to hear a bunch of horror stories. If anything it would make me more aggressive, make me want it more, and put me down that path anyways in a way that would probably make me fail or seriously hurt themselves. We need people to present this stuff like: "okay, even though I discourage you from this path, I know you're going to take it anyways, so here's the right direction to take it in."

[@dedededeedede]

I started training muythai, jujutsu, and judo two years ago at 23 had my first fight early this year and got my first win! Rn focusing on sharpening my skills against high level guys and improving my jujutsu cause i like to kick. My goal is to become pro by 30 and I know it’s achievable. Hope everyone with similar hopes stays on the grind and makes it 💪🏾

[@JG-ys6bq]

amateur fight in what?

[@dedededeedede]

@@JG-ys6bq muy thai! we had a smoker our gym vs another

[@Hamgak]

@@dedededeedede I'm 17. Is it too late to join an mma gym? 🤔

[@dedededeedede]

@@Hamgak best time to start at your age!

[@CliffordStarks1]

38 now, I can still fight but had my baby boy and made a decision to stop. Still doing bjj though haha👍

[@eddyweston6]

Clifford Starks I saw you fight Yoel!

[@CliffordStarks1]

@@eddyweston6 Cool, wish I didn't get caught with that flying knee but such is life. I actually just uploaded a video talking about having faith during the tough times and have a the scene of that fight👍

[@notorious9495]

I’m 15 and have 2 years experience in Muay Thai. One day I want to fight in the ufc

[@Jayjamie]

Go for it kid 💪💪

[@gabrielmartin2197]

I really want to start doing MMA and try myself in competition. I'm 27 with kung fu, muay thai and krav-maga background (total 8 years) but I didn't fight for a long time, also an elbow joint and hip problem manifested, my stomach has an unusual pain only coming out when I try to spar... currently rehabing myself and going to start swimming... I'm finishing university next year, after that, I really want to dedicate myself to fight, to have a good mentor who could recognize and strengthen things I'm good at... somehow I feel I really missed that. It would just be good to have someone else believe in you too, not just yourself... I still know the fire is still inside, just need to figure out how to reignite it...

[@notup2muchjefferson319]

Started practicing martial arts (krav maga, thai boxing, juijitsu And wrestling) at 6 years old, got my first black belt at 15 years old. Continued until 16 years og age. Been training with friends ever since, but notthing orginized. I feel like guys that start young and train all formative years have a real edge. Its like it becomes second nature in a way it just doesn’t for guys that start later. My opinion tho, and there will ofcourse be individual differences.

[@nomo4u886]

Sometimes starting older can be a advantage coz you haven’t been in tons of wars as opposed to guys who started training as kids or in there teens.

[@ether6136]

true

[@liltonramos1938]

I’m 34 and I wanna start

[@MartinAston00]

I think it’s all about body, health, and ability... the number doesn’t matter... that’s proven by many guys... and they’re are plenty of older guys in other sports/disciplines as well

[@TheKickboxingCommunity]

Adonis Stevenson started at like 28-30 and he became a WBC world champion. You only know of you try it, anyone elses opinion is pretty much never a guarantee

[@ArielHelwaniOnABouncyCastle]

Just learning about Adonis Stephenson now, what a SAVAGE