Is it too late to start a sport??

Question

I really want to start a particular sport and be really good at it but i am 14, so am i just too old to start a sport and be awesome at it?

I am thinking gymnastics or swimming, because i am quite flexible and i have massivly long arms and fingers. But is too late to become like olympic standard good?

Answer 1

i fyou practice and train then you should be ok, have a go anyway if you enjoy otherwise you will never know will you? :)

Answer 2

You still have plenty of time, some learn much faster and better than others.

Answer 3

you can always start a new sport.you're just 14! according to your body type, i think basketball and swimming will be fine for you .  

Answer 4

Its never too late. even if you are above the normal age limit you arent too old to enjoy the sport, i think go for it!

Answer 5

It's not too late!  You just need more practice!

Answer 6

It's never too late to anything...well most things at least, like what you want to do.

Answer 7

nah you'll just have to be dedicated

Answer 8

No its not to late...if you have the drive to do it, you can do anything

Answer 9

you know for both of those sports it is too late - gymnastics - they start when they are 4 y old both synchronized and sports gymnastics. Swimmers are Olympians when they are 15 ( MIchael Phelps did it ) but there are swimmers at 36 as well so maybe you can give it a shot in the pool.

If you are tall and you think you will grow up more ( your parents are tall and athletic ) try volleyball or basketball. Both sports are good to start at your age.

Good luck,

I hope to see you on TV in 2012 in London

:)