To old to start boxing?

[AlexKid]

No but you wont ever be number one because some pro fighter will have trained his kid since he was 1, and ull never catch up.

Do it though, I like when people fail, makes me feel good inside

[Ray Corso]

The "basics" I'm talking about are his interpretation of them.
So you put him in the ring and ask him to shadow box. You put some bag gloves on him and have him hit the heavy bag.
This is done without instruction your looking to see his concept of how to do it.

If a guy looks like he has a good idea of balance and form then I give him some exercises to do and then talk to him about his goals.

Any trainer can tell within minutes how much work and time he will need and after talking to him for a minute or two you know if it's worth the time regardless of his physical abilities.

Ray

[O Prophet]

No but you will be at a disadvantage compared to guys who grew up with the sport. good luck though.

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Why would you want to? It's hard enough for people who started at 12 to make a career out of boxing. Starting at 22 if you're a natural boxing God and skip amateurs you'll have your first pro fight in your mid 20s, won't make significant money til most guys are retiring (if ever).

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[BostonGuy]

22 is definitely not too old but the learning curve will be much steeper than if had started at a younger age. Learn the fundamentals: footwork, punches, stance, defense, headmovement, etc. by practicing everyday. Also, become a student of the sport by watching and following boxing. I can't stress this enough - I'm a fan of the sport and I box to keep in shape and when I'm at the gym talking to people who seem to be serious about it sometimes they tell me that don't even watch boxing. You want to emulate what the pros are doing

[upapashi]

If you have talent, you can try, but in the late 22.

[Mr.MojoRisin']

Every fighter is different. At 22 starting now and working hard you could get amateur experience over the next year or two and turn pro then do pretty well. Usually fighters who start late have better longevity hence why the Euro fighters who turn pro at like 25-30 are still fresh.

[Rockin']

It can be done but you gotta want it bad.