Oscar De La Hoya, a true boxing icon, has mesmerized the world with his exceptional skill, unwavering determination, and charisma both inside and outside the ring. As fans eagerly anticipate the next episode of his documentary, produced by the multi-talented Mark Wahlberg, there’s one aspect of De La Hoya’s preparation that has remained shrouded in secrecy: his pre-match essential.

Recently, in an exclusive video with Men’s Health, the boxing legend decided to reveal this well-guarded secret, offering a unique glimpse into the rituals that shaped his illustrious career.

Oscar’s secret pre-workout meal and the science behind it

What is the secret to Oscar De La Hoya’s pre-match success? is a question that has piqued the interest of fans and aspiring boxers for years. Now, in a video with Men’s Health, the Golden Boy opened up about the essential ritual that played a pivotal role in his journey to greatness. The boxing legend shares that before every crucial bout, he would turn to a balanced diet of nutritious and energy-rich foods to ensure he was in peak condition on fight night.

“I would have a little tiny piece of steak just a tiny one, chicken, and a lot of vegetables, and, like I said, a lot of water, like tons and tons. The more water you can drink, the better. Make sure that I’m light and lean, and I don’t want to feel sluggish when you’re up in the ring. You want to feel very elusive and fast,”?revealed Oscar.

De La Hoya’s pre-match meal exemplifies a balanced approach to nutrition, one that aligns with the recommendations of sports nutrition experts. By combining lean protein, enough hydration, and nutrient-rich vegetables, the Golden Boy ensured his body received the right nutrients at the right time. Before the next episode of The Golden Boy comes out, let’s take a look at?what Oscar thinks of his documentary.

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What does De La Hoya think of Wahlberg’s production?

In an interview with ESNEWS, Oscar was asked about his opinions on his documentary. Making a witty joke before replying to the reporter’s question, De La Hoya stated, “Well the only thing I can say about it is that Oscar?s gonna win an Oscar, it?s that good.?It?s incredible, it?s amazing, yeah.”

He went further and said, “It?s very uh- it?s heartfelt, it?s inspirational. I talk about the downs, the lows, the highs, it?s one that it?s gonna inspire, I believe. But most importantly, it?s gonna set me free. It?s so authentic, you know. So I talk about everything, it?s pretty cool.“

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