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CBD for Active Lifestyles
Learn how active adults fit CBD oil and topicals into a fitness routine, plus what athletes should know about THC and sports testing.
You push your body during workouts, on the golf course, on hikes, or in the yard. A growing number of active adults are adding CBD to their daily routine alongside hydration and nutrition.
This guide covers how active people tend to build CBD into a routine, and what athletes need to know about THC and sports testing.
CBD Is Not a Performance Enhancer
Let us be clear: CBD will not make you run faster or lift heavier. It is a hemp-derived supplement that some people add to a daily routine. Whether it fits into yours is a decision for you and your doctor.
CBD Oil as Part of a Daily Routine
CBD oil taken sublingually (under the tongue) reaches your bloodstream within 15-45 minutes. Many active adults take CBD oil once or twice a day, the same way they take other supplements.
Our 1000mg CBD Oil is a solid daily option. For people who use a higher daily amount, our 2500mg CBD Oil delivers more CBD per drop at a better per-milligram price.
CBD Topicals for Targeted Application
After a round of golf, a long hike, or a gym session, you know which areas of your body took the brunt of the work. CBD topical cream lets you apply it directly to those areas.
Topical CBD is applied to the skin and is not meant to enter your bloodstream. It interacts with cannabinoid receptors in the skin right where you apply it.
Our 500mg CBD Topical Cream is made with a proprietary blend of essential oils and can be applied after any workout, round, or activity session.
Building CBD Into Your Active Routine
Here is what a CBD-inclusive active routine can look like:
Morning: Take CBD oil with your morning supplements.
Post-activity: Apply CBD topical cream to the area of your choice.
Evening: Take CBD oil again if that fits your schedule.
Our Active Routine Bundle was designed around this pattern. It includes CBD oil, topical cream, and capsules in one package at a bundle discount.
CBD and Professional / Amateur Sports
CBD was removed from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list in 2018. That means CBD itself is permitted in most professional and amateur sports organizations.
However, THC is still prohibited under WADA rules. Our oils, capsules, and topical cream are full spectrum and contain trace THC (less than 0.3%), so they may not be appropriate if you compete in a tested sport. Check your governing body's rules before you use any hemp product, and talk to them directly if you are unsure.
The Bottom Line
CBD is not a miracle product. It is a plant-based supplement that some active people add to their daily routine. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
Written by the Cross Country Wellness team.
Reviewed by J Bird before publication.
*Not evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
