Mike Tyson Sparks Psychedelic Buzz: Athletes Embrace Magic Mushrooms To Increase Focus And Recovery
Mike Tyson, the legendary heavyweight boxing champ, is once again in the spotlight not for his wild antics in the ring, but for his unconventional training regimen involving psychedelic mushrooms. As USA Today reported, during a recent appearance on Logan Paul’s podcast, Tyson revealed that he consumes mushrooms while training for his upcoming fight against Jake Paul on November 15. “It takes me to heaven, baby,” Tyson exclaimed, adding yet another layer to his complex persona.
Athletes Turning To Psilocybin
Tyson isn’t alone in his exploration of psychedelics. A growing number of athletes across various sports have begun incorporating psilocybin, the active compound in “magic mushrooms,” into their training routines. These athletes, including professional hockey players, golfers and MMA fighters are reportedly microdosing—taking small amounts of the drug that do not produce a psychoactive effect but are believed to increase focus and aid recovery.
Dr. Ara Suppiah, a physician with experience working with Ryder Cup teams, estimates that 4% to 5% of professional golfers are microdosing mushrooms. “It makes you feel much more present,” Suppiah said, although he declined to name specific golfers.
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