I'm 18 and I would like to start in Men's Gymnastics , is it too late ?

Question

Ok so now watching the olympics i want to start gymnastics more than ever ... i always wanted to do it , but my parents never letted me ... now that i can afford it by my self ... Is it too late for me to start at this age ?? ... I would like to do it for competition not for fun ... and i could certanlty dedicate to this sport 3 hours a day , five days a week or perhaps more ... i am determined ... and my body is ok ... i run every day even on weekends for 1-2 hours , besides running i dont do any other sport ... i dont really like any other ... gymnastics is what really attracts me ...

I'll apreciate and honest answer .... and thank you for taking the time to read my question !

Sincerely Rod !

Answer 1

you could try it would be hard though.

Answer 2

No your too old

Answer 3

i think its a bit too late , they start training when theyre like 3 years old

Answer 4

Yor are old enough to start Gymnastics. Your body,bones will co-operate less at this age. By this age many centres of bone formation will get fused.it should b start at very young age. But you can try Athletics. As you are practicing Running also. Get a coach and learn tehniques.

Answer 5

No, if your heart says go for it, go for it.

Good LUck, youll do great!

(level 11 gymnast)

Answer 6

I think it depends on your goals. If you mean to qualify for the next summer Olympics...maybe. But if you have more modest goals (local competitions) or simply wish to do it for recreation/fun/exercise/personal accomplishment...then "no, you are not too old".

I hope you pursue it if you really love it. :-)