april sales of bike and corresponding accessories grew 75 per cent compared to last year and surpassed us$1 billion in combined sales for the first time ever. according to some experts , this is the biggest spike in u.s. cycling since the 1970s, when the country faced an energy crisis.
that’s where cbd comes in. the cannabinoid has been shown in scientific research to be an analgesic and anti-inflammatory . reducing pain and inflamed muscles, as well as helping to improve sleep, is exactly what your body needs after a tough ride.
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a 2005 french study that focused on the relationship between sports and cannabis found “the relaxing properties of cannabis may be frequently used to enhance performance.” by lowering mental anxiety or possible negative associations to an event, such as a big competition or hitting a personal best, it allows athletes to get more into the zone. several cyclists in the industry have attested the boosting capabilities cbd can provide.
“pre-cbd, my absolute limit without being in horrendous pain would be to run six miles. since taking cbd, i have done several 10-mile, off-road trail runs and i don’t have nasty side effects of prescription drugs hindering my riding,” mountain biker beccy booth, one-half of fat creations, told pinkride. “i feel more alert and less tired as i’m in less pain and sleeping better. the only side effect i have noticed is an increased feeling of happiness, others have noticed that in me, too. my mood has improved a lot,” booth said.
while cbd is permitted by the world anti-doping agency — the guiding rules committee for most competitions — cannabis, as a whole, remains off limits.
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