Started BJJ at 34. MMA at 36. 37 now, best I've ever been and always improving. Hard journey, humbling being smashed by younger guys, but the way I see it, quitting will never be an option.

I am 60 this year and i train MMA...Bag/Pads/Light Sparring,Cardio,Weights...started at 47 years old .and got in the best shape ever ..took last three years off. as i was starting to feel i was too old ...got heavy and slow last three years ..hate the feeling..s.started back up this week ..going later today for third session this week...i Love it ...im the eldest by far...but i want to be a better version of myself as i head into my 60's...want to lose 30lbs and i know this will do it along with weights and Diet.

I'm 33 and have been boxing since a kid it's never to late for anything I promise you!!

Thank you coach. I am just turned 27 and trained for a year. In 6 months, i dominated my first amatuer match, and in one year had the tko in the first 30 seconds . But i stay humble and train harder because i know there are people who have been training since they were in their teens. I needed this video especially seeing your elder student dominating. So inspiriring! It makes me excited years down the road. It’s never too late to train! Never mind the outcome. Just enjoy the process.

just started training Muay Thai at 38 and am absolutely loving it! Thanks for the encouragement!

Hi iam adi my age is 41 I start mma about 1 month ago...this is very good for me it’s hard and aggressive but I love it . I like you’re video 🙏 thank you.

I’m 26 & I want to start ASAP

Moving towards better versions of ourselves no matter the age! : )

49 , started about 1 year ago. Very true got in best shape ever in 6 mos , injured my foot a couple times which slowed me down but Im still going

I started at 67. I don’t care what anyone says or thinks. I’m still athletic and 6’3” and 215-220. Of course I’m slower and and less flexible. Who cares what anyone thinks. If you want to do it. Do it. I’m getting in even better shape. I’m doing it for me. I love it. I go to the gym 4 days a week. And train 2 days a week for 3 hours.

Never too old, defy the odds

Everything the coach says is true. I begun trainning MMA almost a year ago. I have never been in such a good shape in my life. I've gain a lot of strength, muscles and something that I never really had, cardio. It's been a blast so far and I'm even considering having a fight this summer. I don't intend to be a fighter, but I would like to test myself in a real fight and perform under true stress. I'm soon turning 25, by the way.

Agreed. Go in trying to be the best version of yourself. Realistically, most of us won't be UFC ready competitors. I started at 38, 2 years ago and it got me into the best shape of my life. Mentally as well when it came to problem solving and with increased confidence in general. Pick a good environment and good dedicated trainers, train with a great open attitude and you'll be alright. I needed to hear this message.

26, finally taking training seriously. Minor experience, always used my busy life as an excuse. Feeling old to be relatively new, found this video.. thank you. Best version of myself sounds like a win to me. 🤙🏻

I’m 44 I have four months training MMA I feel great!!!!

I come from a martial arts background ,started training mma at age 10 I’m now 35 and still training ,the journey has been awesome

32 never had any experience but im trying to get into it, i believe i can still be one of the greatest fighters in the world. My dream will come true you will know my name within the next 2 years in your household. thanks for the videos they were very informative

Im very motivated after your video i fit every box you checked im 28 but have been perparing my mind for the ups and downs and im prepared to put in the work and i will never forget your words even if you dont make it to the glory and fame you still will be the best verison of yourself which is just what i need thank you and God Bless and you will be seeing my name again... you read it here first READY OR NOT HERE I COME..

The man speaks the truth. Great video

I am 15 years old and I've been training for about 6 months and I never felt like quitting

Just added MMA to my training and I am 50. Not trying to be a UFC fighter, but I am not ruling out stepping in the cage. But you are correct the training is rewarding enough

Bravo coach, baš super video! Živio sam u Bg dugo i čuo sam od vama u Karaburma. Poz iz Firenca, Italija!

I'm 22,5 now and I am training MMA for 2 Years now. I started with Wu Shu when I was 8 but it had little to do with actual full Contact fighting but it helped me in many ways even though I can't impliment it in my skillset completly so far (probably because I wasn't that accurate with it for 3 of those years). I had my first amateur MMA fight 9 Months ago and lost by TKO in the second round and 4 weeks prior to that my first grappling tournament (and first competition ever) in which i also lost both matches. I still train consistently 6 times a week and try to get a Job that allows me to train 2 times a day. My goal is to win a PFL tournament one day or at least have a solid MMA career that allows me to buy some real estate or make other smart investments to retire myself and my loved ones and build my own little Ranch with a little gym on it. My absolute idol is GSP cause he was smart, Kind and well rounded. Hopefully I will get to the top one day in one way or another.

pravi kanal.sve najbolje i pozdrav od bosanca iz svedske.

I’m 19 years old and I been training for 8 months

This helped me out massively, I used to fight amateur Muay Thai from 16 to 22 years old. Went to the army and recently medically discharged, now back into Muay Thai and hopefully into MMA.

I got a whole channel on this topic by what doing what I do, and that is just train like crazy from nothing to something. Great video!

I've trained several martial arts, wrestling. I am also a box and Krav maga instructor . But I am 44. The MMA gyms here focus only in younger guys who want to compete. It is hard to find a teacher who just teaches and do not want to focus in competitors only.

Not a professional fighter, but best version of myself, very well said Mr Coach 👍

I have the same approach and started some wrestling and K1 at 41. I did sport like gym or circuits before and that helps for sure. Many people keep trying to discourage me: why, what for etc. Just ignoring that BS and you know what - I won't be a champion or pro fighter but I will be happier, healthier and better. That's well enough.

Awesome video

I'm 37 and train grappling, kickboxing and here and there MMA. Not for competition but to keep myself in shape👍

Been training BJJ for 2 years and now am 36.i start MMA training next week and cant wait

Very nice explanation some people are just better than others at fighting naturally that’s why not everybody becomes a champion even if they tried their best we have to accept that.

I was a wrestler in highschool im turning 23 missing to so ima get into mma training to be exactly what u said the best version of myself

38 just started mma and jujitsu. Wrestled when I was younger I climb trees for a living. Couple weeks into bjj detattched my bicep. Had surgery...gym was awsome their insurance paid for everything great guys. Back training again. Love it hope I never have to stop

Hi thanks so much for this video. It has given me motivation & food for thoughts & goals. I am a 48 yr old woman I have been over weight & seriousley bed bound ill for 16yrs. I am getting better both physically & mentally I have a little way to go yet. I have had a burning desire to do MMA fighting competitions throughout the hole time I have been ill it has been a goal that's kept me going. I felt to ashamed & embarrassed to admit it out loud because I thought people would think I am a deluded granny. I just discoverd Ann Perez 67yr old amatuar MMA fighter & I thought, "'Right if that amazing lady can do it, why cant I?" Now I am determind to get well, loose weight & go for my goal. I know this video u shared was about men but as a woman who has survived the traumatic life I have had I am a fighter deep down. At the moment a very unfit sick fighter but hey I am determind to change. I would love to get a reply & some advise from u? Please?

I'm 24 and I started MMA recently. I'm doing it mainly for fitness and discipline(I've been a skinny fat nerd most of my life), but I am enjoying it immensely. It is the best decision I have ever made.

I think it depends on your class of fitness. For example I never truly been 'in shape ". So I probably,at 43, can't do MMA anymore. Someone who is still fit and active would be able to.

veliki pozdrav i sve pohvale...👍💪🍀

I’m 21 & 4 months right now plan on starting this year

Just turned 40, missing my martial arts club due to the lockdown. Got a mat out and practiced my rolls and breakfalls today and wished I'd trained more in class 😂

Thank you

23 have dabbled here in there with jujitsu and krav maga, wrestled 7 years back in school, been thinking if I'm to old to start mma and try to go competitive

i am 39 and would love to start MMA

I wonder that everyday I'm 38yrs young and I'm putting myself in position to train

I started at age 24 age 39 now not as good as I use to be cant take as much as I use to as far as hard training I've had a lot of wear and tear over the years I just had to learn to accept i cant do it all anymore

I am 29 tomorrow, decided to joj my first MMA traning ever today together with my gf. We want to get in shape but mostly want to improve our self-defense capabilities and gain some confidence. Me personally - I need to get humbled and I think hard training with guys way tougher than me will help me. I hope I will keep improving, Thanks for motivation video

There is no age limit for anything 👍💯

I've trained boxing when I was 22. Now I'm 26, and I started to train in pencak silat. Hope I'll have enough opportunity to train in Brazilian jiu-jitsu or wrestling.

respect

Great

Im 23 training since then had now over 1 year break being dad , started from 19 first fight at b day 20 another fight a few months later .. and then they break now im training back again

I am going to start SAMBO (have some boxing experience but I am not sure that would help a lot) in my 35. though not to join UFC and what not but to defend myself and the people I care for. So I think if that's the reason you want to get yourself into any kind of martial arts it's never too late! Thank you for so inspiring video!

I started practicing muay thai at 26 I had wrestling background when I was 13 and now I'm 28 and I'm looking to become a good fighter

Hi I'm 56 and still train MMA and loving it

yea 34 always loved the high it gave me watching just signed up today ,I think my genetics is good and I don't want to waste them

Im 37 gonna start MMA day after tomorrow 💪

The Golden Gloves(an amateur boxing tournament in America) has the perfect set up that I wish amateur MMA had for older guys. They have novice division- less then 10 fights Open- More then 10 fights Master- This division is for guys over 35. Not many ppl do it but basically it is for guys who are older and working. This way older guys can get a chance to compete. I really wish MMA had something like this. This would allow guys who were not only older but guys who work 40 + hours, guys with jobs and children, etc. to compete with someone on the same level. You can’t have someone who is 21 and just going to college w/ a lot of free time w/ intentions of becoming a pro fighter going against someone who is 37 working 50 plus hours a week in construction while taking care of family. Having fights with an older crowd gives guys the chance to try something they didn’t when they were younger. Just sucks that isn’t much of an option

Solo hay una manera de averiguarlo...

Im 33 , today I had 3 session of my training !

I think it depends on your health and physical adaptation to the sport I would say

Just started training in both BJJ and Muay Thai . Currently 24 and definitely going to work towards competition and getting cage experience. Just wonder how long I should train before being able to competently get in on a fight.

Why is there an age limit to everything I want to do

Yah you're right. Numbers are numbers, but that does not stop your goals in life. "Focus not jealous " 🙂🤙@49 Alooooooha! #808lyf

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

I am 24 and had 3 major chest surgery i feel so strong after it all and I want become Stronger 💪

My background was boxing and ji jitsu. Now since octobre in mma. I'm 30 years old but i look realy like a 24 / 25 years old guy. My goal is go to the UFC. I train now very very hard and wants to fight in locale promotion in Belgium for take some record , and will see about 2 years whats gone happen. I will chase my dreams and to listen too nobody.

I just started train MMA/Muay Thai/Boxing/Kickboxing in Jun 2020.Before I join the classes I do some research about the ages that learn about this sports in the gym.So since the article said that there is no age restriction.I challenge myself to learn it.Its very hard at first since I am 31 years old and I never done this even to a normal gym.1st 2 months is hard and I did learn a lot and happy with the stamina I have😅.But there are some people told me who is a friend said that you should learn and train this thing when you are in the early 20's not in your age now-which is I am 31.It was a bit hurtful when she said that,but I said it back it's for health purpose.And they actually don't know that training martial arts is also benefit for your health just like you go to the normal gym.I was like....ooookaayyy you just said that coz you wanna discourage me from continuing what I'm doing what is beneficial for myself🤣.Well you may hurt my feelings but you are not stopping me for doing what is good for me.I will continue to learn as regularly as I can.Because I know what is good for me.You don't like it,not my problem.Just sit back and enjoy my show💪💪💪💪

I'm 35 I look younger though lol good genes I guess but I've grew up in a rough area fighting to defend my self growing up usually bigger than me I feel with the proper training and trainier I can achieve greatness

Thank God someone tells the harsh truth.

I'm turning 22 soon, have minor boxing, muay Thai experience, I did alot of bodybuilding and won a show. been MMA training a couple of months now, definitely a dream to one day turn Pro, for me it's mainly set backs like injuries you need to be smart about them, bodybuilding has definitely taken its toll on my joints I'm afraid, have hip popping and pain. struggling with flexibility and lower back hurts, still trying to fight it and train everyday

As a kid I was street fighting and I stopped as much as possible this last year as I’m 20 but my mates have always told me I should do MMA and if I put my mind to it I would be very good I never lost a fight I know this could be a bit of luck as well but I guess it’s a factor I wanted to fight for a reason and not with random guys

Lol I hadn't clicked on your channel in a while. Saw the thumbnail and thought it couldn't have been that long!

I just wanna compete at some level. It would be nice to get to something like OneFC or PLA or something like that

24 years old, just started MMA 3 weeks ago

I’ve been training in no-gi grappling very hard and as competitive as possible since 19. Did some absolute tournaments locally and placed silver in some large brackets. Sidelined for a total of 4-5 years cause of life and two knee surgeries. I’m 33 now and with a year of striking, and I am going to take a fight for the first time this year. Confident I’ll be fine. I spar with armatures my size and really dominate when in grappling exchanges, setting up takedowns with striking but more so w/ pressure. Start thinking you’re old for mma/BJJ when you’re in mid 40s, and even then, consistent training, sleeping, eating, and having something to prove to a healthy degree, you can be a mfer into your 50s. Don’t forget to lift too if you can somewhat.

I am 51. When I was 19 or so, I did judo for several years and was pretty good at it, not the best, but I could take care of myself. 30years ago, there was no mma and when I watch these matches now, I wish I was 30 years younger, because I am interested in this, but my body can't do it anymore. Bad knees and a bad back (scoliose). One of the things when getting older is wishing I could do the things I could 30 years ago, but can't anymore and that is hard. Therefore, I am busy with weights, to keep the muscles into condition.

Well I'm 28 and I'm considering starting a career in MMA. So I don't think it's too late for me. Plus I have a martial art background.

I’m a 22 year old football player who can’t get back into school to play football. Been Try’n for 2 years and now I have mad a decision to chase the UFC instead of the NFL. This new year is strictly train’n first 6 months jiu jitsu, next 6 strike’n

I would only consider taking mma for self defense & mental/ physical strength. I’m 49 years old. No desire to compete only if I started at a early age

44, been training for about 16 or so years, 3 to 4 times a week, jiu-jitsu, stricking and mma

I train Bjj and mma and I'm nearly 56 it's hard but just enjoy it!!

It is good to be realistic.

Just something to be very wary of if you're gonna compete. When starting out you may be overmatched by some promoters, not all of them are honest. In your first fight, let's say you trained for 6months but they'll match you up with someone that's been around for years with a dozen fights, and ofcourse you'll only find out when it's too late.

Could you point me in the direction of some reputable trainers in the uk please? I’d like to train in MMA to become my best. I am an older female with no fighting experience but I have crazy determination and self competitiveness

I'm in my 30s now. Started Kendo and Iaido in late 20s. Now I've started basic boxing training and looking at Muay Thai. Zero desire to be some ranked pro MMA fighter. I just want to be stronger physically and mentally. To be broken down and rebuilt.

I got 40 this year..all my life I was dreaming for fighting Competition..but never been..and I thinking if is to late now😔

Dont hurt any worse to take a hit when u get older. It just hurts longer, way longer. Most of us go to work with soar backs & fractured fingers & toes in our 20's. In our 30's & 40's we are calling the hell out. It's just how it is. It's no longer such a great adventure to work through pain.

Gtta respect em in that intro truth hurts but if ur not here for the gold you're a average man looking for insight 💯

I am 64 years old and have been training 11 months

I started martial arts when I was younger on and off I just never had the drive to compete but I have one question is 33 too old to start MMA and compete as a amateur MMA fighter

I'm 17 and I have been boxing for like a year now I'm taking it very seriously i train everyday and sometimes twice a day with alot of running too so I try very hard and I want to push myself even more but I go to school too so I dont have that much time. I'm thinking about transitioning into mma but I think its too early right now. I want to give mma a try if I succeed then OK if I dont I'm gonna box for the rest of my life.

I thin you can train MMA and become a good fighter, learn some great self sense skills and help push the younger guys to compete. But if you want to become a GREAT fighter, a great grappler, a great striker etc. competition is a must. It just depends on how far you want to go

Hey coach, is flexibility is the most important if you want to be a good striker? In kicking high?

Women's MMA wasn't a "thing" when I was a kid. . . I would of love to have started this at a young age.

im 29 , i have a good sport past , did taekwondo , karate , wushu , swimming , and football , but since 10 years ago i didnt train and went deep on smoking weed , now i wanna change again , i know i wont have the same body i used to have before , but is it possible at my age to re-train boxing and get to a good and mostly healthy condition ? sry for my poor english btw , peace ou from morocco

Sooo, I have a great question. I wanna fight on MMA UFC, but I’m a boxer. I’m 34, and I wanna sign up, but it’s just for the money if I get a fight . But Can I make it?

Im 23 turning 24, ive fought my whole life but not in the ring, since elementary up to a year or two ago ive always dominated the person in front of me, amateur boxers, and mma fighters as well if i had to guess my life record id have to say somewhere around 70 wins, less than 10 draws and two embarrassing losses one of which i evened the score. Fighting is what ive always been good at and seeing Jorge Masvidal transition from the streets to top ten makes me want to give it a shot. what do you think?

When any fighter fell in ground another fighter hit him again n again..why ??? the Refree stop him after 2,3 punches.this is too bad.