I am to old to compete in the Olympics?

Question

I am 14 and want to start rythmic gymnastics i am quite flexible i can do a cartweel, roundoff, spilts, bridge, handstand etc but i want to know if i start training now will i be able to get an olmpic medal? if not what other sport could i compete in

Answer 1

That isn't true that they all start at 4! Rebecca Romero started rowing at 17 and 8 months later she was in the GB squad- she got gold in both rowing and cycling! As long as you are dedicated enough to a sport, there is no reason why not! And you don't have to get into 2012 either- 2016 will be just as good, and you'll be even better by then providing you keep going- and only 22! Good luck!

Answer 2

olympic gymnasts start training at the age of 4 i dont mean to sound rude but it is nearly impossible to make it when u start at 14 it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to the sport u have to train fom 6a.m to 11p.m u wouldnt be able to be in the 2012 olympics i think u might be able to be in the 2016 olympics but there is probably a very slim chance of u qualifying or even making it to get a medal

Answer 3

I'm Michael Phelps apprentice. He teaches me every Sunday, Monday and Thursday swimming. I'll be competing for the 2016 Olympic. I'm 15 now. when I'm 23 i'll compete. I really hope to see you there. Yes you can and will wear the s**y outfit to compete in the gymnastics.

Answer 4

nope im your age and im competeing in 2012 in martial arts so you aint

Answer 5

Majority of the people who competed in the Beijing Olympics this year for rhythmic gymnastics were in their early to mid 20's.  If you already can do those things, I'd say join a national gym (one that will help you qualify for the olympics in 2012 or 2016) and begin working on your skills with the 4 apparatuses used in rhythmic gymnastics: hoop, rope, ribbon, and clubs.

Good luck!

Answer 6

40 year olds compete in the Olympics, the Question should have been am i too young.

Answer 7

ur too young to compete in the Olympics but you will be 18 by the next summer oylmpics so it is good i think you can do it just start a class and make it a importance in ur life

plus some people are 41 that competed in these summer Olympics so u can totally go for it