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              Training At 40 And Beyond: It’s Never Too Late To Start Martial Arts

              Kim Thị Hoàng Gấm by Kim Thị Hoàng Gấm
              July 5, 2025
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              Think martial arts is a young person’s game? Think again. Signing up for martial arts classes could be one of the best decisions you’ve ever made for your mental and physical health, whether you’re 40, 50, or even pushing retirement age.

              You don’t need to be young to enjoy the many benefits of martial arts training. You only need a willingness to learn and a willingness to sweat.

              There’s No Such Thing As Being Too Old To Train In Martial Arts

              Despite misconceptions that martial arts training is mainly for the young and nimble, there is no such thing as being too old to train. If you can move your limbs, you can most definitely train in martial arts.

              Contrary to popular belief, older martial artists hold unique advantages over their younger counterparts. With maturity, discipline, and patience on their side, they are well-equipped to excel in martial arts.

              In many martial arts gyms, including those in Singapore, such as Evolve MMA, you’ll find a diverse mix of students across all age groups. From working professionals to teens and even grandparents, everyone ties their belts and steps onto the mats. Age is just a number. Don’t let it stop you from trying something new, especially martial arts, where it’s all inclusive.

              What Martial Arts Training Does for Your Body

              Martial arts training has numerous benefits for your overall health, from better physically strength, to improved focus and even emotional regulation. This is particularly evident as you age. Some of the benefits of training for older adults include:

              1) Improves Balance And Coordination

              Martial arts like Muay Thai, Boxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu sharpen your balance and body awareness, helping you move more gracefully and reduce the risk of falls as you age.

              Your balance and motor skills starts declining as you age, but martial arts like Muay Thai, Boxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) challenge your body in ways that improve proprioception, the awareness of where your body is in relation to the space around you. In other words, you’ll be more graceful and mindful of your movements and less prone to falls.

              2) Boosts Cardiovascular Health

              Martial arts like Muay Thai, BJJ, and Wrestling blend aerobic and anaerobic training, boosting heart health, improving VO2 max, and burning up to 1,000 calories per session.

              A typical training session for martial arts like Muay Thai, BJJ, and Wrestling provides students with a mix of aerobic and anaerobic exercises, which greatly benefits their cardiovascular health.

              You don’t just get to burn as many as 1,000 calories per hour spent on the mat; you get to lower your blood pressure, improve heart health, and increase how efficiently your body uses oxygen.

              One study showed that regular martial arts training improved the VO2 max of participants, a key indicator of cardiovascular health.

              3) Strengthens Muscles And Bones 

              Martial arts training helps maintain muscle mass and bone density as you age through weight-bearing and resistance movements, with studies showing higher bone density in older adults who train.

              It’s perfectly normal to lose muscle mass and bone density as you age. Learning martial arts involves numerous weight-bearing movements that help counteract these trends. Working with training partners and sparring provides resistance training that helps to build muscle and bone tissue.

              A 2017 study in The Journal of Sports Science and Medicine showed that older adults who train martial arts have higher bone mineral density than their sedentary peers.

              4) Enhances Flexibility And Joint Health

              Martial arts training uses flow-based movements that boost flexibility, helping you move better and regain lost range of motion as you age.

              As you age, your body becomes stiffer, just like your metabolism slows down. However, learning martial arts involves flow-based movements and techniques that push your range of motion, gradually improving your flexibility over time.

              You’ll be able to squat lower, reach farther, and possibly even touch your toes again thanks to your training.

              Anti-Aging Benefits: Train Like It’s Your Fountain Of Youth

              You may be surprised to learn that martial arts training offers powerful anti-aging benefits, helping you age well. These include:

              1) Stress Reduction = Longer Life

              Martial arts training lowers stress hormones like cortisol while boosting mood-enhancing endorphins, helping you live longer—and better.

              Cortisol, the stress hormone, wreaks havoc on your body over time, but martial arts training helps to lower its production with endorphins that elevate your mood and reduce anxiety.

              Long-term stress is linked to chronic disease, cognitive decline, and premature aging. Combating all that through training doesn’t just add more decades to your life; it increases your quality of life.

              2) Brain Gains

              Martial arts training is not just about physical exertion; it also pushes your mind.  Your brain is constantly engaged whether you’re drilling combinations, learning BJJ transitions, or anticipating your partner’s next move. This mental stimulation can lead to improved cognitive flexibility and reaction time, enhancing your memory, thinking speed, and decision-making skills as you age.

              One study found that older adults who trained in martial arts improved their cognitive flexibility and reaction time. That means better memory, faster thinking, and sharper decision-making skills as you age.

              3) Better Sleep And Recovery

              Martial arts training helps older adults sleep longer and deeper—just avoid late-night sessions that may disrupt your rest.

              Here’s another awesome side effect of martial arts training sessions: you sleep better.

              Many older adults struggle with getting quality sleep. Inactivity and a sedentary routine can leave the body feeling unbalanced, but martial arts has been shown to improve both how long you sleep and how well you sleep. Try not to train too close to your bedtime, though, since that can disrupt sleep patterns.

              The Psychological Edge That Comes With Learning Martial Arts: Confidence, Community, And Purpose

              Some of the often understated benefits of martial arts training include:

              • Confidence Through Competence: There’s nothing like learning a new skill and knowing you could handle yourself in self-defense situations if a push ever came to shove. Training in martial arts helps build real-world skills that translate into more confidence wherever you find yourself.
              • A Supportive Community: Making friends as an adult can be challenging, but martial arts gyms bring people from diverse backgrounds together. You gain training partners who support, encourage, and work alongside you during training sessions. You’ll meet like-minded people who share your fitness goals, and you’ll enjoy a sense of belonging. Many martial artists report enjoying spending time with training partners as much as they like training. Martial arts training doesn’t just widen your social circle; it’s often the start of lifelong friendships and even romantic partners for some!
              • Renewed Sense Of Purpose: Training martial arts gives you something to work toward, whether it’s mastering a technique, earning a new belt, or just showing up consistently. That kind of focus and goal setting adds a sense of purpose that many adults crave.

              Don’t Let Your Age Define You

              Remember, aging is inevitable, but how you age is ultimately up to you. Martial arts offer an unbeatable combination of physical fitness, mental stimulation, stress relief, and community, all wrapped up in one fun, satisfying package. So, don’t let your age define you. The best time to start martial arts is right now, and it’s never too late to feel stronger, sharper, and more energized.

              You don’t need to be 20 to feel strong, sharp, and energized. The best time to start martial arts is right now. Try complimentary Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing, and Wrestling classes at Evolve MMA and discover how martial arts can help you look, feel, and move better than you ever did!

              Book your complimentary trial class with our World Champions below!

              If you have any other questions regarding Evolve MMA and the programs we offer, you can get in touch with our membership executives at the following locations:

              Evolve MMA (Orchard Central)
              181 Orchard Road
              #06-01 Orchard Central
              Singapore 238896
              Phone: Evolve MMA (KINEX)
              11 Tanjong Katong Road
              #02-52 KINEX
              Singapore 437157
              Phone: Evolve MMA (Star Vista)
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              #02-26A The Star Vista
              Singapore 138617
              Phone: (65) 6539 9590


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