Do CBD and sports go together?

CBD has been a permitted substance in sport since 2018, including in competitions. More and more athletes are using cannabidiol to improve their performance and to aid recovery after exercise.

Is CBD permitted in sport?

WADA - the World Anti-Doping Agency - removed CBD from the list of prohibited products in sports competitions on 1st January 2018. It is important to highlight that this measure is only related to cannabidiol and not all cannabinoids. In particular, the use of THC remains prohibited. This compound is still one of the prohibited substances sought during anti-doping tests. Sportsmen and women who want to enjoy all the benefits of CBD should therefore ensure that they choose full spectrum CBD, free from traces of THC or CBD isolate. The removal of cannabidiol from the list of banned substances in sport represents a recognition of the benefits that CBD products can provide to both amateur and professional sports. Cannabidiol consumption has thus grown in many disciplines: combat sports, endurance sports, etc. 

Consuming CBD before exercising

Are you about to go for an intense sports training session or competition? CBD can help you perform better. Firstly, it acts on the mind, which is extremely important especially if you are involved in high-level sport. Consuming cannabidiol before a competition, sublingual CBD oil for example, improves concentration. It allows you to clear your head and concentrate on the upcoming sporting event. It also reduces the anxiety and stress that top athletes may experience in the run-up to important events.
Finally, taking CBD before a sports events gives a boost of energy without the undesirable side effects associated with other stimulants (coffee, etc.), such as excessive nervousness. Finally, CBD helps you to manage pain better and helps you to excel in your sports activities. Therefore, it is very popular when the human body is subjected to high levels of stress over a long or short periods of time. For example, CBD is widely used in endurance sports or by athletes who train intensively over short periods of time.

CBD for better recovery after sport

Cannabidiol is used just as much by sportsmen and women both before and after exercise. Its properties are indeed a great help for recovering after a major sporting effort. Firstly, CBD is a powerful anti-inflammatory that acts on the muscles and reduces the recovery time needed. By recovering faster, you can reduce the amount of time you need to rest between training sessions or competitions. It is also an effective muscle relaxant for relieving cramps or aches.
Cannabidiol can be applied topically after sport. Using CBD oil or a cream containing CBD to massage sore muscles will provide quick relief. Finally, when the intensity of a sports activity causes muscular injuries, cannabidiol is a valuable ally to help reduce the pain caused and accelerate recovery. It is therefore unsurprising that CBD has been accepted by many sportsmen and women who have found it to be a natural and side-effect-free solution to help improve their performance.