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Benefits of CBD oil for runners

Written by Fiona

November 13 2019

CBD oil is claimed to be useful for athletes, including runners and especially endurance runners. The compound is increasingly being suggested as beneficial for physical health. Love Hemp reveals why runners may find advantages in using CBD for their sport.

Pain relief

Muscle pains, inflammation or general body pain can be relieved by the application of CBD oils and creams. This is because CBD is believed to help with reducing and relieving inflammation.

Improve performance. Credit: Kate Trysh

Reduce injury recovery time

Body recovery after an injury is a crucial process for athletes. CBD’s healing properties are proven to help heal body injuries and have you back to running in no time. The secret lies in how CBD can treat degenerative body conditions to enable your muscles to recover faster.

Cut anxiety and stress

CBD can help with the reduction of mental stress and anxiety by offering a calming influence. People will perform better – and recover quicker – if they are less mentally stressed.

Since CBD has antidepressant properties taking some before exercise could have a positive emotional impact on body performance. As a result, the anti-depressant effects can help a runner have an enhanced mood and even beat the competition.

A better night’s sleep. Credit: David Mao

Improve sleep quality

CBD can aid relaxation and, therefore, sleep . And adequate sleep is vital for good phyical performance in sports as well as muscle recovery.

Using CBD for athletes

At Love Hemp, there is a range of CBD products that running enthusiasts can use. 

  • Love Hemp CBD tinctures

CBD tinctures and oils are among the most common options available for use. They offer the purest CBD concentrates and oils you will find in all CBD products. Both are also easily administered. You can check out some of Love Hemp’s CBD tinctures that vary in strengths of 300mg, 1,000mg, 2000mg, 4000mg and 10,000mg.

  • Love Hemp CBD topicals

Topicals are also popular among runners due to their ease of use and application. Love Hemp provides a CBD body salve that you can directly apply on the joint or skin. A CBD cellulose face mask is also available to help cleanse and rejuvenate your face after a long day of training.

  • Love Hemp CBD oils

Love Hemp was rated one of the strongest CBD oils in the UK.

Conclusion

If you are a runner looking to gain momentum in your health and wellness, then CBD could be the answer for you. With research and studies already confirming the positive health aspects of the compound to the body.

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