Jake Paul shook up the entertainment industry in 2020 by entering professional boxing, initially facing Ali Eson Gib and then famously knocking out basketball legend Nate Robinson. Despite skepticism from traditional boxing fans, Paul organized fights against former MMA champions Tyron Woodley, Nate Diaz, Ben Askren, and Anderson Silva, winning each and achieving a professional record of 9-1-0.
His next fight is scheduled for July 20, 2024, against Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fighter Mike Perry. In preparation for this match, Paul has been training intensively in Puerto Rico.
Paul’s transformation into a serious athlete has included a significant dietary overhaul. Originally indulging in fast food, Paul now consumes whole foods like eggs, potatoes, steak, chicken, yogurt, and fruit to support his rigorous training schedule. His fridge reflects his high-protein diet, featuring luxury items such as Japanese Wagyu beef, smoked salmon, and Angus beef tenderloin.
These protein-rich foods help him maintain muscle mass while cutting weight. Paul also incorporates functional foods and supplements like ginger and ketone shots, which purportedly aid in fat-burning and reducing lactic acid.
Paul’s daily nutrition plan includes oatmeal and eggs for breakfast, a Thai chicken sandwich for lunch, and a modest amount of pasta for dinner. Despite his avoidance of vegetables, he emphasizes the importance of fruit as a pre-workout snack for its quick sugar and glucose supply. Interestingly, Paul keeps a row of W body wash in his fridge, a personal quirk that he humorously declines to explain further.
In the gym, Paul trains rigorously twice a day, five to six days a week, focusing on boxing drills, footwork, sparring, and strength conditioning. Since changing coaches 18 months ago, his training regime has intensified significantly, incorporating more practices, running, and punching, with a greater emphasis on footwork.
His warm-up routine includes treadmill walking and dynamic stretches, while his training approach aims to minimize injuries through diverse and unorthodox exercises.
Beyond physical training, Paul also fortifies his mental resilience through meditation and visualization techniques. He engages in twice-weekly beach sessions for what he calls “salt water cleanse boxing” to release energy and anger.
Collaborating with author Lucas Mack and Onnit founder Aubrey Marus, Paul visualizes his fight outcomes to maintain focus and commitment. Despite fluctuating motivation, his dedication to becoming a world champion keeps him disciplined and persistent in his pursuit.
