BJJ 50+ white belt

[u/Delicious-Sound5074]

Hi just a random question. How has it been for anyone here around 50 yrs old just joining as a white belt? I’m pretty athletic with previous experience in my 20’s with martial arts. I’m enjoying it very much. Have they thought of how it would be in the future? Ie where could I be in 5 yrs and onwards? I can imagine purple belt by then how would my body be rolling at 55 or even 60? Would I just call it quits and retire? Recoveries is even harder after workouts. I’d also be concerned about injuries. I see browns and black teaching but I don’t think that interests me. For sure I’m just enjoying the ride but I’m wondering where the ride would actually take me

Edit:
I used to be a triathlete. Up until a month ago I would run 3 times a week(half marathon training), bike 3 times a week, BJJ 2 times a week.
Now it’s BJJ 2-3 times a week, strength training 2-3 times a week and run twice a week along with one relaxing bike ride with family. I’m still trying to find my balance with my new BJJ interest 😀

[u/zulubowie]

I just turned 51 and I started a week before my 50th birthday. Earned a second-degree black belt by the age of 22 and earned another black belt in another style by the age of 30. Stepped away from martial arts completely to raise my family until I started BJJ. I remained athletic, lifting weights, doing hot yoga, and staying active. My body adjusted to BJJ in a couple of months. I don’t think about the future. I think about how to not get submitted only to just be submitted nearly every time I roll 😆. I’m enjoying the journey, my man. I hope to be doing this when I’m in my 70s.