Is it unreasonable....

[SharinganUser]

Is it unreasonable set going to the Olympics as a goal?

I am 23 and I am ok at TKD martial arts. I want to start training harder because I am kind of a slacker and I am sick of being an under achiever. People are always telling me I have potential and then I usually flake out.

I think that if terry fox can run across canada on one leg, then I shouldn't have to much trouble reaching the goal if I put in the time and effort. I would have to be training atleast 5 hours a day for the next five years.

I just want to know if it is even possible for someone who is in above average shape to go to become an athlete. I will start today.

What does it take to become a great athlete?

 

[KontrollerX]

"What does it take to become a great athlete?"

Discipline, drive, skill and committment.

 

[Quiksilver]

You must believe in yourself fully.

I played on our state(province) tennis team for a time, and as soon as you stop believing you can win... you lose.

You have to master your body and mind.

 

[speakeasy]

If you've got to ask that question, then you're probably not Olympic material.

 

[SharinganUser]

How can I know unless I try, speakeasy?

 

[Warboss Alex]

All I can say is that is a noble and impressive aspiration - best of luck to you and kudos for aiming high!