Which martial arts is right for my needs??????

Question

im 37 , done heavy jobs my life. 14 yrs ago herniated a disc-fixed that,3 yrs ago had a total hip put in. okay thats my physical disabilities.

my fault i believe is i lack commitment to things, i need to learn to focus and establish discipline to follow thruough and maintain routine-and at the same time build my inner self up. i want an art that will help me physically push me too. any suggestions????

Answer 1

You cannot - should not, study any physically challenging arts.

You need Chinese Internal Arts - Hsing I, Tai Chi, Pa Kua.

Start off with good Qigong training, then after you have built up your energy, study the martial aspect.

Answer 2

I personally study Tae Kwon Do.  I struggle trough some of the kicks but I do enjoy it.  I have a bad left knee and neck and it doesn't hurt much.  Honestly if you go to the right school in any art, a good instructor will help you push yourself to the best of your ability.  

I would also recommend Tai Chi.  I've had some friends that have been enjoying it.  It doesn't look intense but I've been told it does give the body a good work out and develops muscle control.

Answer 3

they all have somthin to offer this might help Do you want to do kicking and punching? Maybe karate, taekwondo, or kung fu would be good choices. Would you prefer more kicking than punching (taekwondo) or vice versa (boxing)?

Are you comfortable being touched by other students? In some arts, there's no contact at all (kyudo). In others, you'll spend all your training time in near-intimate contact with your partner (Brazilian jiu-jitsu).

How much damage do you want to take (or dish out)? Some martial arts are renowned for the devastation you can inflict upon your opponents--for example, muai thai kickboxing--while others let your opponents defeat themselves (aikido).

What feels the most comfortable for your body type, strength, and flexibility? While strength and flexibility undoubtedly develop as you train, you may find yourself naturally gravitating toward a certain art because it "fits" your body better. For example, a stocky, powerful guy might find grappling arts to be a natural fit, whereas a tall, limber gal might find her leg flexibility put to good use in taekwondo.

What are your spiritual and philosophical goals? Some martial arts allow almost religious experiences in the focus and flow of executing techniques (aikido, kyudo, iaido). Others are purely practical: (krav maga, no holds barred fighting

Answer 4

Although I would like to suggest Judo or Karate, since I study those arts, I know that neither is realistic for you.  I have my fair share of bodily inhibitions, and I know that it is POSSIBLE for someone with back and hip problems to practice Judo and Karate, but that does not mean it is the best for you.  I have to agree on the concept of "internal" or "soft" arts such as Pa Kua, Tai Chi, and Aikido.  Brazillian Jiujitsu is an option, as well, but if you are going to practice ANY martial art, you need to consult with the instructor and watch the classes before hand.  Make sure that the instructor is aware of your condition and make sure that the classes are going to be taught in a method that works well for you.  Good luck!

Answer 5

In my experience, taekwondo is flexible enough (depending on the school) to adapt to your limitations. I'm almost 58 and I'm a 3rd deg ATA TKD BB.

I have broken my ribs twice, toes 5 times, several fingers, ACL/Minicus/MCL tear and most recently have had an anterior cervical fusion for 3 levels.

Up until the fusion surgery, I was still able to practice my TKD with limitations. Your school will work with you and your limitations; which is why I like TKD. It is more family/sport oriented with equal emphasis placed on targeting, speed and control as well as the destructive aspects of the art.

After my recovery, I will return to TKD in a limited capacity and also migrate to Tai Chi and joint lock study.

Good luck and just try to avoid the more agressive arts and you'll be fine.

Answer 6

with your repvious hip surgery, it wouldn't be wise to use an art that focussed heavily on high kicks (Tae Kwon Do)

if you want to strengthen your mind as much as condition your body, i would suggest some variant of Kung Fu / Wing Chun.

low risk of injury if taught properly. high intensity training for weight loss and better cardiovascular health

Answer 7

You should give muay thai a shot. I do muay thai myself and believe the training is enough to kill me. I studied muay thai, muay chaiya, muay boran, and krabi krabong. All of these are forms of ancient muay thai used over 2000 years ago. Go to thailand and look for a muay chaiya camp or muay boran whatever one you want to do. Oh, and krabi krabong is the weapon form of muay thai in case your wondering. Thai training is one of the most advanced type of training in the world. Muay thai doesnt just teach you how to fight. It shows how to become spiritual. Muay thai follows buddist teachings so its an excellent way to find your inner-self and push yourself to the limit. Dont take my word for it, its your choose, I'm just answering your question.