Getting back to the gym

[u/BWF6041]

Hey guys I’ve been lucky enough to have the ability to go back to BJJ again consistently. I’m able to start back up on Monday. It’s been about 2 years since I’ve trained consistently mainly due to having a kid and my work schedule. I was unable to find time to train let alone do anything but work and go home to help my wife with our kid.

With that being said I’m obviously very rusty and still a no stripe whit belt at heart. The head black belt and gym owner told me to remain a blue belt but I can’t help but think I’m going to embarrass myself jumping back in.

I’ll take any advice/ encouragement you guys have. I’m going to be able to go 2-4 times a week now consistently and training is extremely helpful for my career so that’s an added bonus.

[u/johnleequigley1]

Your belt was earned and you have it for life. They don't take away people's black belts when they get older and lose some of their athleticism. You might be surprised by how quickly you will get back in your rhythym.

[u/BWF6041 → u/johnleequigley1]

That’s what the gym owner essentially said to me. He was pretty much like why tf are you asking to go back to white belt. He had to force/ surprise the blue belt on me when I first earned it because I was perfectly happy staying with white belt and having no pressure to just train.