Mike Tyson is given a stern caution about his lifestyle before upcoming Jake Paul bout

Mike Tyson has been warned about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle ahead of his seismic showdown with Jake Paul later this year. The 57-year-old boxing legend is gearing up for his first fight in four years, with his last bout being against Roy Jones Jr back in 2020.

In preparation for his upcoming fight with Jake Paul, Tyson has made some significant lifestyle changes. He has given up sex and cannabis, and has been diligently working in the gym to get back into fighting shape. However, former boxing star Vitor Belfort has cautioned Tyson that simply training for a few months may not be enough to secure victory against Paul.

Belfort emphasized the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle over the long term, rather than just in the lead-up to a fight. He believes that Tyson should have been looking after himself consistently in order to maximize his chances of success in the ring. Belfort stated, “A fighter always has to keep up a healthy lifestyle. I hope that he is.”

Drawing on his own experience, Belfort reflected on his exhibition match with Evander Holyfield in 2021. He noted that while Holyfield was strong and fit, he was able to emerge victorious on the night of their fight. Belfort acknowledged the unpredictable nature of boxing, where one well-placed punch can change the course of a match. He also expressed doubts about Tyson’s current abilities, suggesting that he may not be the same fighter he once was.

As the highly anticipated showdown approaches, Tyson has been exploring alternative methods to gain an edge over his opponent. The boxing icon revealed that he has been utilizing hypnosis as a tool to enhance his performance in the ring. Tyson shared, “I’m an exponent of hypnosis. I was raised off of hypnosis since I was 13, 14, to the end of my career. I always had hypnosis before I fought.”

Tyson explained that hypnosis works for certain individuals who are able to establish a connection with their subconscious mind. He believes that this connection can tap into one’s ferocity and enhance their fighting abilities. Tyson emphasized the importance of love in all aspects of life, even in the context of combat sports.

While Tyson has made significant sacrifices in his preparation for the fight, his opponent Jake Paul has taken a different approach. Paul has openly stated that he will not be giving up sex in the lead-up to the match. On his podcast, Paul shared, “If I didn’t have sex for like… if I restrain myself for like two weeks I start having wet dreams because my body’s like, ‘Get this out!’ It’s not weird, it just means that I’m normal.”

With both fighters taking contrasting paths in their preparation for the fight, the showdown between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul promises to be a spectacle that captivates fans around the world. As the date of the fight draws near, all eyes will be on Tyson as he seeks to defy the odds and emerge victorious in his return to the ring.