It’s already 2022, and without question, it’s been a tough two years for all of us. Even if you didn’t get infected with COVID-19, the global pandemic has probably already affected your workout routine. Perhaps you got locked out of the gym, spent too much time indoors, or your emotional well-being suffered, and you might have lost your motivation for working out. On top of that, the holiday season threw you off balance, and now you might be searching for ways to get back in shape, boost your fitness and improve recovery this new year. It’s not surprising that on your way to improving fitness, CBD crossed your mind, and you wonder if it can help in the process. 

The long road it takes to improve fitness can get challenging. Getting back to your routine after a long break, returning to the gym, or experiencing soreness after your first workout sessions are a few challenges you’ll be dealing with, so you may want to find a product to help you ease into the workout.   

CBD is a natural cannabis-derived compound that has stormed the wellness market, and its popularity has exploded in the last few years. If people could hardly tell the difference between CBD and marijuana, in the beginning, CBD products are now available on the shelves of your local supermarket. The number of CBD consumers also keeps growing, and as of 2020, 1 in 3 Americans had already tried CBD products. Why are so many people adding CBD to their routine, and can it help you boost your fitness and improve recovery? Let’s find out!

Why CBD?

It’s been a long time since CBD first appeared on the wellness market, so you might have already heard many consumers enthusiastically speaking about its benefits for their bodies and mind. Still, if you don’t yet know what this famous abbreviation stands for and why so many people are choosing to add the popular ingredient to their routine, here’s why CBD is suddenly so popular.

CBD is Non-Psychoactive

Firstly, CBD is a cannabinoid, but not the one responsible for marijuana’s high – that’s THC. CBD derives from marijuana’s cousin plant – hemp, which is non—psychoactive, unlike the latter. Ingesting hemp-derived products won’t cause mind-altering symptoms pr psychoactive experience; therefore, it’s not surprising hemp-derived products like CBD are legal in many countries worldwide, including the U.S. (with up to .3% THC)

CBD is Legal and Non-Addictive

Production, transportation, sale, and consumption of CBD products are legal, meaning you won’t be breaking any law by adding the cannabinoid to your routine. On top of that, The World Health Organization in the Cannabidiol (CBD) critical review report stated there is no known addiction potential linked to CBD.

CBD Interacts With the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)

And most importantly, the reason why suddenly so many people want to add CBD products to their routines is the newly discovered endocannabinoid system (ECS) in humans and animals. It plays a vital role in many bodily processes like pain, memory, and homeostasis, as science revealed. The system runs on human-produced cannabinoids – endocannabinoids that activate ECS receptors in the brain and immune system when something goes out of balance. Cannabinoids like CBD are similar to endocannabinoids, so when we take CBD through supplements, it goes to the ECS system and delivers its results. CBD doesn’t directly interact with ECS receptors, but many believe it can help prevent endocannabinoids from degradation.

Can CBD Improve Workout Performance?

CBD can have many indirect and direct connections with your workout performance, depending on your goals and the products you choose. For instance, if sore muscles are your main challenge, many CBD topicals are specifically designed to provide instant relief with the help of other ingredients such as menthol, peppermint, or eucalyptus. They offer immediate effects, while CBD interacts with CB1 and CB2 receptors under the skin and offers various properties, not all of which researchers have studied until now. 

According to the 2019 CBD Insider Consumers report, 58% of CBD consumers use CBD for pain and discomfort and 41% for muscle soreness and recovery. More than two out of three consumers reported CBD to be very effective in combating aches and discomfort, while seven in ten stated the same for muscle soreness and recovery. 

People take CBD for varying reasons, with relaxation being amongst the primary ones (50%). Therefore, if stress is the reason for struggling to boost your fitness and you take CBD for relaxation, it can indirectly affect your workout. The same goes for CBD sleep supplements; many brands have combined CBD with melatonin to fight insomnia. If sleep deprivation makes you feel tired and too exhausted to perform well at the gym, then CBD with melatonin could affect your performance.

Want to try an Effective CBD Product to Boost Your Performance? Try Primabee Sports Cream

At Primabee, we know sticking to your workout routine can get challenging when dealing with sore muscles, so we have created our Cool Menthol Sports Cream to support your muscles anytime you need a natural boost. It comes with a convenient pump dispenser to easily apply the desired amount of the cream to your painful area. You can use our sports cream before, during, or after your workout to promote the best performance. 

All our products are:

• Free of harsh chemicals and pesticides
• Safe to consume daily
• Third-party lab tested
• Vegan Friendly / Gluten-Free
• Cruelty-Free
• Pet-Friendly
• Legal in All 50 States
• USA Grown / Non-GMO
• LO2NoTHC* - removing the unwanted THC and refining our CBD to remove undesired compounds like wax, chlorophyll, and plant pigments.
• 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Everything we offer, including our CBD topicals and oral supplements, combines top-grade ingredients and proven quality through third-party lab testing. Our products are made from the highest-quality U.S-grown hemp, free from harmful ingredients like heavy metals and pesticides. Shop from our inventory today and find the best products to boost your fitness!