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Why Using CBD Should Be Considered After A Workout

November 3, 2021  |  John Malanca

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  • Helps Treat Post Workout Nausea 
  • Helps In Muscle Recovery 
  • Promotes Homeostasis In The Body  
  • Supports Our Internal Endocannabinoid System
  • Promotes Greater Endurance 
  • Helps Burn Fat More Effectively 
  • Conclusion

For quite some time, CBD or Cannabidiol has been in the news for both good as well as bad reasons. Good – it has been proven to help with quite a few medical conditions like anxiety, depression, inflammation, pain, etc. Bad? The recent boom has led many people to manufacture CBD products that are not made scientifically or third-party tested.

If you’re new to CBD, here is a complete guide you can follow. CBD is still not legal in many countries around the world. 

While there is still a long way to go, the hemp industry has been making considerable progress as more and more people are making a paradigm shift to this alternative form of medicine that can help treat various medical disorders. While the workout is not an illness, many athletes suffer from post workout nausea, the problem of muscle recovery and fat not burning after so much vigorous exercise.

And some clinical research shows that CBD oil has a large amount of anti inflammatory properties which helps recover as well as lets you focus on your exercise more closely. But then again, the question arises, why using CBD should be considered after a workout?

After all, most CBD oils have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 

In this article, we have listed the benefits of using CBD post workout. Also, we have listed results from some real research on CBD, so that you can make an informed decision before using CBD post workout instead of the supplements you’re taking. 

Helps Treat Post Workout Nausea 

Likewise, full plant medicine or any other medicine CBD provides significant therapeutic relief post workout without causing any psychoactive effects of THC. And, while CBD and cannabis is considered safe for consumption, for those new to cannabis, THC is psychoactive and will help with relaxation, but make it home first :).

CBD being plant derived is considered to be a safer alternative as compared to the prolonged use of other medicines such as Aspirin to recover and get relief from nausea. 

In the words of Tamara Lilien of CannaLily, CBD not only helps reduce inflammation but also it is an anti-emetic and analgesic. This means it reduces the post workout pain and nausea. It also acts as a sleeping aid and sleep is mandatory if you want to recover prior to your workout time. 

However, it is always recommended to do thorough research and purchase CBD from a reliable and trustworthy source. CBD may interact with other medications that you might be taking. Hence, consult your physician before beginning this CBD related post workout regimen.

Helps In Muscle Recovery 

Rigorous workouts cause muscle damage thus making your post workout routine a vital part of your fitness journey. 

Rest days, ample sleep, eating muscle building proteins right after the workout are some of the effective post workout routines which often people follow. While all these play an incredible role, what if CBD oil is added to this mix? 

It will help speed up and enhance the recovery process. While undergoing a strenuous workout, the body produces a stress hormone – cortisol. Cortisol is a catabolic hormone that reduces protein synthesis and prevents the growth of new tissue.

CBD oil is an anti catabolic, which means it regulates and monitors how much cortisol should be released into the system. By reducing the level of cortisol in your body post-workout, CBD oil allows protein synthesis and encourages muscle regeneration. Similarly, it also helps athletes to cope up with muscle soreness as explained here.

Promotes Homeostasis In The Body  

Are you the one who goes for the workout during the evening? It is advised to take CBD products post workout. 

This will make your mind calm and will let you enjoy an adequate and peaceful sleep. Especially if you’re addicted to drinking caffeine or energy drinks prior training. It is not at all a bad idea to exercise in the evening but it promotes alertness thereby causing difficulty in sleeping. CBD products can help with this issue.  We discuss sleep products here.

On the other hand, if you’re the one who goes for the workout in the morning and has faced trouble in staying awake all throughout your working day, you can also take CBD products after your workout. CBD provides a natural alertness that caffeine or food alone fails to provide. 

In the recent past, several groups have investigated the pharmacological properties of CBD. In the studies, it was found that this compound has a promising level of pharmacological properties as a wake-inducing agent. 

Supports Our Internal Endocannabinoid System

This untalked system in the human body is responsible for carrying out very many natural functions such as metabolism, immune response, appetite, coordination, appetite, and more. Workouts disrupt the natural processes of the body, CBD helps maintain this balance efficiently particularly post workout and prepares you faster for your next session. 

With the passage of time, the athletes are even putting the lid on their OTC pain relievers and are making a paradigm shift to CBD because of its positive effect in reducing the pain and inflammation. 

If you’re still perplexed whether you should include CBD in your routine or not, start with CBD creams and tinctures. They can quickly ease sore joints and muscles after a rigorous workout. With topicals, CBD doesn’t go into the bloodstream, so the athletes can achieve more targeted relief for troubled areas.

Promotes Greater Endurance 

When muscles rub against each other during any workout, a condition known as DOMS, or Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, is triggered. In such an instance, even if the slow or microscopic tearing of muscle fiber occurs, it could lead to swelling.

That is why it is recommended to use CBD both before and after a workout. This not only allows the person to gain the maximum amount of endurance but also provides relief once the session gets completed. Inflammation is best experienced when muscles are damaged. And until the inflammation is eased, muscles remain damaged only.

This is where CBD comes into play by becoming one of the best post workout supplements. For a successful post workout reaching the REM cycle of sleep is vital. This is because the sleep stage provides optimal conditions for muscle building and greater endurance.

Helps Burn Fat More Effectively 

Although CBD is most commonly associated with fighting pain and inflammation, this cannabinoid also plays an important role in fitness. 

In fact, research indicates that CBD can prevent the solidification of fats by stimulating several proteins. Likewise, cannabinoids promote the burning of calories on the cellular level while simultaneously reducing the development of new fat cells.

At the same time, CBD is also an effective anti-inflammatory and vasodilator, it promotes healthy blood flow and relaxes the soft tissue effectively, improving vascularization and targeting stubborn fat. CBD oil can help you lose weight by regulating your blood sugar levels, which allows your pancreas to produce less fat-storing hormones.

Conclusion

The anti catabolic and pain relieving properties of CBD offer fitness enthusiasts a naturally derived, relatively inexpensive support tool which helps in post workout recovery. Cannabidiol is a low risk gentle option for those who are looking to optimize their workout, encourage muscle growth and reduce the overall recovery time. 

Happy Training!

John MalancaAbout the Author
Since 2011, John Malanca has been the “go to”, expert and trusted professional in education and information in medical cannabis and the health/wellness sectors. His extensive knowledge of cannabis, the endocannabinoid system, patient needs, and disease care, combined with his upbeat and genuine concern for his audience makes him a favorite among industry hosts.
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