Quote Originally Posted by LawHoops
im 31 and have always been a die hardboxing fan (and an apologist for the fighters i love---you guys probably know that already--but ill admit it)

anyway im not looking to be a competitive fighter or anything i just want to learn the art, get back into top shape, and learn how to fight basically---looking really to improve my overall self image and self confidence really

anyway just to give you some background on me--ive lost 36 pounds in the last eight weeks with diet and exercise --from 302 to 266--i was never fat at 302 i had a powerlifters physiique, benched about 380+ , and i always looked lighter than what i was............ at 302 people would tell me i looked 250 or so and now people tell me i look like im 220ish---

im a little over 6'3, former college basketball player, also played HS football, baseball, and a little volleyball actually so im pretty athletic and always have been---i always thought id make a good fighter but i never took that first step

now at 31 i realize i wont be young forever and id like to learn how to fight

what do u guys thnk?
Your not to old to learn to fight..how is your wind? at 260+ I would expect you to be putting in 2-3 mile runs at a sub 9min mile pace at least.....if you got into a good gym and dedicated yourself..(I don't know how much time you have) but at least 4 times a week for 2hrs on top of the running you could be fighting Amateur inside of 3 months. You can fight competively in the amateurs until you turn 35...so yes you have time...and You might even be able to turn pro in 2 1/2 years and fight some local shows.....Becomeing a world champ is probably out of the question but a good local fighter is not to much to ask for....