In the heavyweights you can be well over 30 and still have a career. Not so much skill involved except at the highest level. Shavers and Norton were in their mid 20's while Lyle was 30 at the time they took up boxing.
I started at 23 and am now 24. Just do it and train hard and you wont look back. Best thing ive ever done was to start boxing.
Is there somebody in your area who knows boxing? If so, then get him to assess your talent and tell you if a career in boxing is worth the effort. Remember the lowest paid man in the NBA makes more money than 99% of boxers. Boxing is a tough business.
Most people dont want to be paid to riches, as long as they have enough money for a home, food etc. theyre happy =)
Not too late at all mate it's never too late. Antonio Tarver was in his 20s when he started and nearly 30 when he turned pro. Carl Froch turned pro at around 25. I'm not saying its ideal but a lot depends on your ability and how much work you put into it. Its late but never TOO late to try anything you want. Bottom line is you CAN
Anyone who says that it's not possible doesn't know a thing about the sport. Seriously, ignore them right away.
I want some help too, guys, if you will. I'm 19, a 6"0 HW and have been watching boxing for years since I was a kid. I have been working out with my heavybag and pads for a few years. I want to give it a go, but want some opinions first?
i dont think its to late if you fail you fail but you might not am 21 and am getting back into it after 2 years out but if you dont try you will never know
TS, at 24 its not really "too late" per se but it won't be anything easy. The only thing you have to have is a hard working ethic. You can have great skills, speed and stamina but if you're lazy and you don't train hard you won't reach your full potential. Good luck.
Age doesn't matter.In today boxing 24 is young.Archie Moore said that every fighter has his number of rounds,not years but rounds.You must training hard and teach how to box,find good trainer for you.Today boxers can be in top shape in 30s and early 40s if they didn't take many punishment and if they didn't lost hunger.It's never too late,never!
