Why did you not Box?

[Mars_ax]

I am sure we all wanted to become ATG boxers and some of us got further than others. So wondered why did you not take it that extra step further from
Going to a gym to exercise
Getting into the ring
Sparring
Having a contest
Becoming amateur boxer
Becoming a professional contender, champion, journeyman

I guess most of us boxing fans had some sort of dream or aspiration to become a boxer, I know I did. I'm really glad however that I didn't, I like having my health and all my marbles and no amount of glory or money can replace that when it's gone.
Mad respect to the pugs who become successful at it, but as for me, i'm just happy being a fan.

[Taeth]

I've been lucky to find a trainer who can teach me all the skills and nuances of boxing without all the brain trauma. That alone is what keeps me away from truly "going for it" in boxing. I also don't think I have the dedication needed. I can work hard, and I go to the gym 5-6 days a week, but I am not competitive and I don't have the desire to dedicate my whole life to just boxing, there are more things that life has to offer, and even in martial arts, if you just box you are limiting your knowledge.