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Re: KM and the older (and smaller) student
56 yo. Had most of a lung removed 5 yrs ago due to cancer. Started attending Krav classes a little over a year ago. Sure, I get winded easier than other, but I push on. I just recently passed my yellow belt test. I agree with Metta, “train smart, let your partner and instructors know whats going on. Trust you’ll be able to find the proper balance between your fears/limits/mental obstacles and actual physical considerations is the best advice you could get! “
Re: 54 year old having trouble with intro class
quote stewbs:I took an intro to KM class and I was the oldest person there. I noticed the others in the class were catching on to the instruction better than me. I wonder if I can keep up with the classes. I need self defense class because I have been attacked several times so I am determined to learn.I started at age 54. I have some challenges to overcome < missing a large portion of a lung. Cancer sucks by the way > The nearest place to attend class is almost 2 hrs away. My wife and I go every Saturday, stay for 2 classes, shower, lunch, and head home. The week before my level II test I injured my back. I could not test up. I cant test again ’till September, but I’ll be back in class this weekend! Hang in there! You’ll see positive changes in yourself physically as well as mentaly! Dont worry about catching on as fast as younger students! Remember: Old Guys Rule! thumbsup
Re: Why Krav?
I’m 55 and decided I had enough of being called the “old guy” or ” Pops” About a year ago, There was a Krav class taught at the military base I work at < I’m retired military > So i started going to the class. It was taught by a friend of mine, and I loved it. After 8 months, he had to transfer out of the area. I also went to Krav Maga of Maryland. Krav has become a part of our lives < my wife started training as well > We both enjoy it a great deal. The increase in endurance, and self confidence are great. We’ve also met some great folks, and made some friends.
