Why CBD should be an essential item for active individuals?

CBD is being used more & more by active individuals –  from regular walkers, to daily joggers and even professional athletes. In recent years it has had a huge surge in popularity among people from all walks of life. Especially from those looking to reap the health and wellness benefits such as its' muscle soreness & aching joint reducing properties. Such benefits have caught the attention of sportspeople and athletes. CBD’s legendary role as an anti-inflammatory also makes it an ideal aid to recovery from injury or training and one of the reasons it should be an essential item in every gym bag.

The popularity of CBD as a muscle recovery supplement has grown so much that gyms are starting to sell CBD themselves and it’s easy to see why. CBD has become all the more present in our social consciousness over the years. Its removal from the World Anti-Doping Agency list in 2018 and increasing research showing it’s effectiveness at treating sports-related conditions, has evidently earned it a place as a legitimate sports remedy. CBD Performance has products that are targeted to the fitness market including the CBD Protein Powder which is great post-workout.

As many experienced athletes are aware, a recovery regime is just as vital as a training routine. Without adequate recovery time after intense training sessions or competitions muscle breakdown can occur alongside immune system deficiencies, chronic pain and even severe injury. Human muscle is made up of specific, sensitive muscle fibres – the more muscle contraction, the stronger the muscle. CBD reportedly does the muscles wonders. This is because workouts are designed to break down these fibres, making recovery all the more important. Strength and endurance are vital athletic traits.  

This is where CBD for athletic recovery becomes most effective. While products like a CBD Muscle Gel can reduce the tenderness associated with the recovery process, administering the product orally could potentially help speed the process along thanks to its role as an anti-inflammatory. 

While the breaking down of muscle fibres is critical for gains and growth, the excess inflammation it can cause within the body is not desirable. When muscles are unable to recover due to excess inflammation, athletes (or those who like to exercise) are more at risk of becoming run down, injured and even becoming ill due to a decreased immune response. CBD’s natural anti-inflammatory properties make it an optimal addition to any recovery routine. That’s because – as several studies have proven – the compound exerts antioxidant effects that decrease inflammation and “loosen” muscles by decreasing spasticity that often besets those who are regularly active.

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