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7/14/11 5:15 AM

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DoubleBagger

Member Since: 7/16/10
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I'm 16, 5'6, I weigh about 118lbs. I'd say I'm quite athletic, but I'm very lean and don't have nay muscle at all. I've had several bad expereinces with injuries in the past, shin splints and torn ankle tendons which have healed wrong, meaning my ankle is basically swollen for life. I play football (soccer) at a pretty high level, but I want to give it up to pursue my dream of being a pro mma fighter.
Is it realistic to start training now? If so, what martial art should I go with and does anyone know any good gyms in the north west area of the uk?

7/14/11 7:24 AM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
DaveM Member Since: 1/1/01 Posts: 4043	1) At 16, ANYTHING is still possible so get in there! 2) At 16, you have NOT played soccer anywhere near a high level 3) At 118 lbs, the only people in your weight class will be the ring girls so start lifting and eating! You have ignored this user.

7/14/11 12:42 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
BshMstr Member Since: 10/13/09 Posts: 71	at your age, i agree that you're at a great age for training... i think first off, make sure you take care of your joints, and continue prehab/rehab for your ankle. since you're still in school, i'd suggest looking into the wrestling team or intramural boxing team....these will be a lot cheaper than MMA, and still do a great job of teaching you the basics. You have ignored this user.

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DoubleBagger Member Since: 7/16/10 Posts: 195	Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. You have ignored this user.

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Bull_in_chinashop 15 Member Since: 1/1/01 Posts: 38985	DB are you in the UK? if so where? I might be able to recommend some very good muay thai gyms. You have ignored this user.

7/16/11 11:49 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
pcuzz 4 Member Since: 7/12/03 Posts: 879	Your young and in the UK, learn to wrestle.... You have ignored this user.

7/18/11 2:12 AM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
DoubleBagger Member Since: 7/16/10 Posts: 208	Bull_in_chinashop - DB are you in the UK? if so where? I might be able to recommend some very good muay thai gyms. I live in Preston. You have ignored this user.

7/18/11 2:13 AM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
DoubleBagger Member Since: 7/16/10 Posts: 209	pcuzz - Your young and in the UK, learn to wrestle.... Thats actually top of my to do list You have ignored this user.

7/19/11 5:51 AM

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Zoeyerin

Member Since: 7/16/11
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Hey if you are interessed, there is a great special week ( all day, 10h-21h) of intensive training in all kinds of martial arts : all kinds of boxing, mma, wrestling etc.and physical conditioning.
It's directed by a few world champions so it would be a good chance to start off your career with correct basics.
Plus since it's abroad, it would be a great vacation.
Email them at panza.gym@sfr.fr or panzagym@free.fr for more info!
It's also possible to sleep there so don't hesitate to inform yourself!
http://www.alsace-sportdecontact.fr/index.php/prochainement.html

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Jayd Member Since: 8/12/10 Posts: 103	I train MMA and BJJ in Blackpool and one of the trainers holds classes in Preston as well. Google Sukata MMA and have a look at the website. You have ignored this user.

10/1/11 9:59 AM

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ElTriangulo 3 The total sum of your votes up and votes down

Member Since: 4/11/11
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DaveM - 1) At 16, ANYTHING is still possible so get in there!

2) At 16, you have NOT played soccer anywhere near a high level

3) At 118 lbs, the only people in your weight class will be the ring girls so start lifting and eating!

at 16 you can play football at a high level i have friends that play high level football at that age with the professional teams' youth squads so you can play it at a high level.

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DaveM Member Since: 1/1/01 Posts: 4143	Nope You have ignored this user.

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zaiontz 24 Member Since: 10/8/11 Posts: 0	You have ignored this user.

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zaiontz 24 Member Since: 10/8/11 Posts: 1	Is 18 too late to start training You have ignored this user.

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kawsy4209 Member Since: 10/9/11 Posts: 2	Your the perfect size weight and age for muay Thai..plus you okay soccer so your kicks should be great You have ignored this user.

10/14/11 1:36 AM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
bonez05 Member Since: 3/25/09 Posts: 445	Everybody wants to be a pro athlete at 16. There is no money in mma. Do yourself a favor and concentrate on school. That's what will pay the bills. You'll be surprised how your priorities will change in the next ten years. That said what you decide to do dedicate yourself fully to it and take no prisoners. Good luck You have ignored this user.

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kawsy4209 Member Since: 10/9/11 Posts: 5	Bones your right but I think everyone should train..get in shape and just compete for fun you know?..shit you would be suprise how many people train these days and what people know..if a street fight breaks out I'd rather have experience atleast You have ignored this user.

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sly fox 30 Member Since: 6/30/09 Posts: 1140	go for it.. check out cagewarriors forum, thats uk based adn will plug you into the scene You have ignored this user.

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sly fox 30 Member Since: 6/30/09 Posts: 1141	go for it.. check out cagewarriors forum, thats uk based adn will plug you into the scene You have ignored this user.

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