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‘I don’t believe in talent’ – Watch Mike Tyson come up with amazing motivational quotes aged just 16 in old interview

, ‘I don’t believe in talent’ – Watch Mike Tyson come up with amazing motivational quotes aged just 16 in old interview

MIKE TYSON claimed that “determination and willpower” were more important than talent in a motivational interview given aged just 16.

In a clip unearthed on social media, a teenage Iron Mike offered up his take on what helps make a champion.

A 16-year-old Mike Tyson delivers some motivational quotes

Iron Mike would go on to become world champion aged just 20

Tyson, now 56, would go on to become the youngest world heavyweight champion EVER just four years later aged 20.

In the clip shared by Twitter account @Handz0fStone, Tyson said: “I feel I was born to fight, because I have no other interest in anything else. Anybody’s a fighter in their own right.

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“You’re a fighter, I’m a fighter, everyone that’s in this room, even the newspapermen, they’re fighters.

“But everybody don’t get up every morning and run, everybody don’t go to the gym every morning.

“And everybody don’t have enough discipline to wait in the locker room for two hours or three hours, then go in the ring and do what they’ve been taught all those years in the gym.

“So, that’s what separates a champion from a mediocre fighter.”

Asked where talent fits in, Tyson added: “Talent? I don’t believe in talent.

“Well some people, they have talent, that’s good, it helps when you have talent.

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“But as long as you have a lot of determination and willpower, that’s all you need. And you have to have is the will to win.”

Having achieved all there is to achieve in boxing, Tyson recently ran the rule over young wannabe Jake Paul.

The pair posed for pictures together but according to Hall of Fame coach Freddie Roach, Iron Mike had little interest in watching the Problem Child.

Roach told FightHype: “Tyson looked at him and left.

“He saw 30 seconds of him sparring and said, ‘Freddie, can we go down and see the pictures?’

“He knows that’s where the good pictures are. He wasn’t as interested as I was.”

, ‘I don’t believe in talent’ – Watch Mike Tyson come up with amazing motivational quotes aged just 16 in old interview
Tyson poses with Jake Paul

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take you to learn boxing

Boxing can be learned in 3 months. This includes learning how to do footwork, stand, and balance. It’s important to remember that boxing is not only about throwing punches. It is important to know how to dodge and block attacks.

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How can a beginner learn to box at home?

Boxing is one our oldest sports. Boxing was initially developed by ancient warriors to defeat enemies. Boxing is still widely practised today. You don’t need to go to the gym to box. A pair of gloves, punching bags and a few sparring buddies are all you need.

Local amateur boxing clubs are also available where you can train with professional coaches. After mastering basic punches, combinations, and other skills, you can compete in tournaments.

What’s the difference between a left cross and a left hook?

A left-hand hook is thrown on the side of a body while a lateral cross is thrown on the front.

A left hook can be thrown with the opponent’s back facing you. The elbow is bent 90 degrees, while the wrist is turned 45 degrees towards the opponent.

A right cross can be thrown with the palm facing towards the opponent’s face, and the elbow straight. The opponent is 45 degrees from your wrist.

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How can I increase my defense against fighting?

By learning to fight smart, you can improve the defense of your combative skills. You need to know how defense against attacks from every angle is possible, as well how to counterattack in case of emergency.

You won’t be able to fight if you don’t know what fighting is. You’ll just get beaten up. If you know how to fight you will be ready for anything.

These are some tips that will help you improve your defense.

  1. You need to know where your opponent is coming from. This means that you need to pay close attention and observe your opponent’s body language. This could be a sign that your opponent is preparing for his next attack.
  2. Be calm. Don’t panic. Instead, be calm and focussed.
  3. Block with the arms of your armour. Blocking with your arms is an effective and simple way to defend against attacks.
  4. Counterattack. You should immediately counterattack your opponent if they are attacking you.
  5. Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another way to defend yourself. If your opponent kicks you in the face, you can counter by kicking him back.

What are the 7 punches to boxing?

Boxing uses seven punches: jab, hook, hook, uppercut and straight right. These punches can be used to strike the opponent’s head and body.

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How many punches can one human take?

A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. Humans can only withstand one punch at a time. If someone hits you in your face, it is punching. You cannot hit him/her back. This would be two punches.

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How To

These are the basic skills of boxing

How to box efficiently

Boxing is a popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. There are different rules for boxing, and they vary from one country to the next. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).

Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.

Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.

Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.

These are the basic skills required to box.

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  • Punching techniques
  • Guarding techniques
  • Footwork
  • Stance
  • Move your body
  • Defense
  • Combination
  • Rotation
  • Spare parts

Punching Techniques

There are seven kinds of punches: Left Hook, Right Hook, Uppercut, Cross, Straight, Overhand and Underhand. Each punch is different. Some punches are more powerful than others. For example, an uppercut is a powerful punch. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.

There are many combinations that can be used to punch. These are combinations which combine several punches in order to achieve a specific goal. A combination may have multiple parts. For example, a combination of a left and right hook will result in damage to the opponent’s jaw.

Guard Techniques

A boxer uses his body to protect himself against attacks. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.

Legs

Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. If he gets kicked, he raises one leg and turns away from his attacker. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.

Elbows

Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.

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Hands

Boxers use their arms to stop incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an attack. The attacker’s fist is then in their face.

Knees

When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.

Feet

Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.

Stances

Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. It determines where he will face his opponent and how he will position his body. Boxers have many stances to choose from. Here are some of the most common ones:

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  • Low stance
  • High stance
  • Southpaw stance
  • Western stance

Body Movement

A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.

Rotation

To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.

Combinations

The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A combination that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.

Spares

Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. Boxers learn to train their mind and bodies during sparring sessions. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.

In conclusion, learning to box requires dedication and patience. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.

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