Cannabis use for exercise recovery in trained individuals: a survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cannabis use, be it either cannabidiol (CBD) use and/or delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) use, shows promise to enhance exercise recovery. The present study aimed to determine if individuals are using CBD and/or THC as a means of recovery from aerobic and/or resistance exercise, as well as additional modalities that might be used to aid in recovery.

Methods

Following consent, 111 participants (Mean ± SD: Age: 31 ± 13 years) completed an anonymous survey. All participants were regularly using cannabis (CBD and/or THC) as well as were currently exercising. Questions pertained to level of cannabis use, methods used for consumption of cannabis, exercise habits, exercise recovery strategies, and demographics.

Results

Eighty-five percent of participants reported

SUBMITTER: Pinzone AG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10403841 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature