“I’ve Pretty Much Stopped” – Mike Tyson Details Lifestyle Changes
Follow Us
Mike Tyson spoke on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’ podcast and touched upon several aspects of his personal and professional life. “Iron Mike” is set to make his return to Heavyweight boxing at 54 against Roy Jones Jr. The fight will span a duration of eight rounds, and the commission will overlook certain measures to ensure the safety of the aging fighters.
Tyson will return to action after a 15-year hiatus. He last competed in a losing effort back in 2005. Since then, he has undergone significant changes to his personal lifestyle and has ventured into the cannabis industry. He has used his platform to discuss the benefits of marijuana consumption and has opened up a discussion about the same.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Furthermore, he has explored the podcast world himself by creating the massively popular ‘Hot Boxin’ podcast around the aforementioned theme.
Mike Tyson provides some insight
The megastar boxer explained that he no longer consumes weed as he sets himself to prepare for Roy Jones Jr. He touched upon the discipline it requires to refrain from any indulgences when preparing the mind and body for combat.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Trending
“He’s Not Stuck in Dubai”: Floyd Mayweather’s $30,000 Act of Kindness Towards Homeless Men in LA Raises Questions About Gervonta Davis’ Bombshell Claim
May 03, 2024 06:58 AM EDT
Boxing Insider Blows the Lid off Floyd Mayweather’s NBA Game Visit After Fans Discover “Forced” Picture in Dubai
May 03, 2024 08:56 AM EDT
Terence Crawford Responds to Kendrick Lamar’s Drake Diss Track With Bold Declaration
May 02, 2024 03:35 PM EDT
Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia Stats Comparison and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Reach, Weight, and Knockout Ratio
May 03, 2024 06:51 PM EDT
“She’s a Sweetheart”: Jaime Munguia’s Wife Alejandra Steals the Show Ahead of Canelo Alvarez Showdown
May 04, 2024 01:11 PM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Boxing stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
“I’ve pretty much stopped [smoking weed], when you do something like that [return to fighting] it’s all about change. You have to practice it, they say, if you practice it for a year, you’ll be better for it. The more you do it, the better you become.”
Although the fight against Jones will be an exhibition bout, Tyson is expected to bring significant energy to the bout. Additionally, he stayed away from physical indulgences for months while gearing up for a fight. Boxing enthusiasts and critics have attributed Mike’s success to his willingness to face adversity.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The comeback fight is going down in late November, and fans of the sport await the return of “Iron Mike”. The high-profile nature of the bout means that a mainstream audience will tune in to watch Mike Tyson. Given his lifestyle changes, it seems like Tyson is serious about putting on a show-stopping performance.