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Mr. Arieson · 03-26-2007, 06:41 PM

I am definately interested. Only problem, I am 40+ and not in the best shape-(not in the worst, either) carrying about 20 extra pounds for my frame at this time.

I want to start, but am I going to get the crap beat out of me so bad, that I won't get anything from it?

What can I expect? If the going gets too rough, can I take a breather? If there are some rolls I just can't do (full backward roll seems to be the hardest for me) does that pretty much rule Judo out? Should I look at Aikido instead?

I would appreciate any advice. I am presently doing boxing (non-sparring) and some BJJ with a private teacher. Mostly ground work. No flips or throws yet.

03-26-2007, 06:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
Mr. Arieson Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 883	Thinking about Judo I am definately interested. Only problem, I am 40+ and not in the best shape-(not in the worst, either) carrying about 20 extra pounds for my frame at this time. I want to start, but am I going to get the crap beat out of me so bad, that I won't get anything from it? What can I expect? If the going gets too rough, can I take a breather? If there are some rolls I just can't do (full backward roll seems to be the hardest for me) does that pretty much rule Judo out? Should I look at Aikido instead? I would appreciate any advice. I am presently doing boxing (non-sparring) and some BJJ with a private teacher. Mostly ground work. No flips or throws yet.