CBD Gummies for Fitness Recovery: Benefits & Tips

In recent years, active individuals have turned their focus to the importance of post-workout recovery. Many are incorporating hemp-derived CBD into their daily routine. Knowing some of the many reasons athletes are turning to CBD could help you decide if CBD might also be beneficial for you and your fitness routine. This guide covers the benefits, tips, and insights to incorporate CBD into your routine effectively! 

Understanding CBD and Fitness Recovery 

What is CBD 

CBD is the commonly used scientific abbreviation for cannabidiol, a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in cannabis. CBD works by mimicking the effects of neurotransmitters made in your body and interacting with the receptors of the largest regulatory system in your body, your Endocannabinoid System (ECS). 

To better understand how CBD could be beneficial for athletic training and recovery, it's helpful to know how your ECS works and how cannabinoids keep essential systems functioning efficiently. Here's a brief explanation: 

The Endocannabinoid System 

Your Endocannabinoid System (ECS) regulates nearly every essential function in your body. ECS signaling influences your immune system, muscle function, emotional responses, pain perception, and more. Many researchers believe the ECS regulates the processes of homeostasis¹, the critical internal balance that all living organisms need to survive.² 

Cannabinoids 

Cannabinoids are the chemical messengers of your Endocannabinoid System. Your body is wired to respond to two types of cannabinoids, those made in your body (endocannabinoids) and those found in cannabis (phytocannabinoids). The cannabinoids made in your body are synthesized on demand and quickly broken down by metabolic enzymes. CBD works by mimicking the effects of the cannabinoids made in your body and interacting with the receptors of your ECS. 

Why Choose CBD Gummies for Recovery?

Post-workout discomfort can disrupt your sleep, limit your mobility, and impair your range of motion. Although tender muscles and aching joints are often viewed as an unavoidable consequence of improving physical fitness, participating in similarly strenuous activity before your muscles, tendons, and joints recover can stall your progress while increasing your risk of recurring injury, widespread inflammation, or even permanent damage.³ 

In a report published in a 2020 issue of Sports Medicine – Open, CBD is credited with multiple physiological and biochemical effects identified as potentially beneficial for muscle repair.⁴ Whether you're feeling the strain of topping your personal best in the gym, tackling an ambitious home improvement project, or tending your garden, you may want to consider how CBD could help support your recovery.  

The Science Behind CBD for Muscle Recovery   

Nearly any strenuous activity that helps build strength and endurance can also cause microscopic injuries to muscle fibers. That exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) triggers the release of specialized white blood cells to help clear cellular debris and initiate repairs. The resulting inflammatory response contributes to the release of free radicals that can cause secondary damage to surrounding tissues. Researchers believe that secondary damage is the primary cause of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). When your muscles don't have what they need to recover, your risk of recurring injury, widespread inflammation, and permanent damage increases.⁷  

But the science of muscle recovery extends beyond the repair mechanisms that occur between bouts of strenuous activity (training recovery). Professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts are increasingly aware of the way immediate and short-term muscle recovery can impact their performance. Immediate recovery occurs in the short time between successive efforts, between sets of bicep curls, for example. Short-term recovery takes place within the breaks between sets. Within all three scenarios, activity creates physiological stress on the body. Recovery enables physiological adaptation and the restoration of homeostasis, a term you'll also find in numerous reports about the health and wellness potential of CBD.⁶ 

Benefits of CBD Gummies for Fitness Recovery 

Muscle recovery is essential for people of all fitness levels, not just professional athletes. With so many health-conscious consumers striving to reduce their use of pharmaceutical solutions, adults of all ages are taking a more natural approach to muscle recovery by paying close attention to nutrition and hydration, managing inflammation with ice or compression, and investing in plant oils and extracts to ease their discomfort. 

In an athlete exercise recovery study conducted by CBDistillery™ in 2022, 80% of participants agreed to strongly agreed that they were able to improve their overall endurance and overall performance while using the Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tincture by CBDistillery®  In addition, during an exercise recovery study conducted in 2022, 87% of participants agreed to strongly agreed they felt less overall soreness during their exercise/workout while using the Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tincture by CBDistillery®.  

If you're curious how these tinctures compare to our tasty CBD gummies, one of our full spectrum CBD gummies contain the same formulation of high quality- hemp derived cannabinoids as the standard serving of 1000mg of full spectrum CBD oil tincture used by study participants. 

How to Choose the Best CBD Gummies for Fitness Recovery 

The CBD dosage that works for you will depend on the type of product you are using, product potency, and the way your body responds to CBD. A dosage that works well for someone else could be significantly more or less than you need. To determine the dosage that's best for you, consider the following suggestions: 

#1 Start with a Small Serving Size 

Your goal should be to determine the smallest amount of CBD you can use for maximum benefits. You can do this by starting with a small serving, anywhere from 10-30mg, and work from there. That means you might begin with a few drops of a tincture or half a CBD gummy to test the waters. 

#2 Keep Track of How CBD Affects You 

Many first-time CBD users find it helpful to keep a written log of their experience. You might start by making a list of the effects you're looking for and track any changes to how you feel throughout the day. You can also use your journal to track dosages so you can make adjustments based on your observations. 

 #3 Don't Be Afraid to Increase Your Serving 

If you don't experience the effects you were hoping for, don't be afraid to increase your serving size. But keep in mind that it can take days or weeks to experience the full effects. Some people choose to increase their amount of CBD with every serving until they are pleased with the results, while others decide to give their current serving size a week or more before making changes. It's your call. 

 #4 Serving Sizes Suggestions: The Benefit of Starting Low and Slow    

If you are new to the CBD gummies space, we recommend starting low and slow.  

Based on the feedback of our 2019 survey respondents, most CBD users report favorable results using our hemp-derived products for relaxation, better sleep, discomfort and inflammation after physical activity, and mild or temporary anxiety. You won't know exactly how your system will respond to ECS support until you choose a product and try it, but you may not want to start with the serving size suggestion printed on our product labels.  

Every CBD user has a unique physical chemistry, meaning an amount that works for someone else could be significantly different than the serving size that's right for you. Instead, we suggest starting with half of a gummy. If a partial serving doesn't provide the results you're hoping for, increase your serving sizes gradually in small increments. Some first-timers move on to a full gummy with their next serving; others wait a few days (or more) between increases to give their systems time to adapt and respond. The choice is yours.    

Why Choose CBDistillery® CBD Gummies?   

CBDistillery® gummies are made with cannabinoid-rich oil extracted from naturally cultivated hemp flower and we rely on the cleanest food-safe extraction methods in our industry. Plus, our gummies are vegan, made with 100% clean ingredients and backed by our hassle-free 60-day satisfaction guarantee.  

As you're browsing our product pages, you'll find a link to a downloadable certificate of analysis. When you find our products locally, you'll get the same information by scanning the QR codes printed on our labels. Whether you're an experienced CBD user or browsing your options for the first time, you're sure to find CBD gummies with just the right combination of cannabinoids for your needs, preferences, and lifestyle while exploring our product line.  

CBDistillery® ahhh distilled Full Spectrum CBD Gummies   

Full spectrum gummies contain all the minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and other phytonutrients in the same ratios as hemp flower. Their 25-30:1 CBD to THC ratio ensures there's no risk of intoxication. With full spectrum gummies, you gain the potency-maximizing potential of the "Entourage Effect.”  Our vegan-friendly CBDistillery® ahhh distilled Full Spectrum CBD Gummies have a subtle strawberry flavor and 30mg of CBD per piece.  

CBDistillery® ahhh distilled and shhh distilled Broad Spectrum CBD Gummies  

Broad spectrum CBD gummies have the minor cannabinoids and terpenes needed for an Entourage Effect, but their THC is reduced to non-detectable levels. CBDistillery® ahhh distilled Broad Spectrum CBD Anytime Gummies have a delightful tropical fruit flavor. For better sleep, consider CBDistillery® shhh distilled Broad Spectrum Sleep Gummies. They have 5mg of melatonin per serving.  

CBDistillery® ommm distilled CBG + CBD Gummies   

CBDistillery® ommm distilled CBG + CBD Gummies give you another way to experience an enhanced Entourage Effect with a product formulated for calm and clarity. Our CBG-infused CBD gummies have just enough mango flavor to complement the terpene profile of our full spectrum hemp extract. Every naturally flavored gummy gives you 15mg of CBG and 15mg of CBD.  

CBDistillery® shhh distilled CBN + CBD Sleep Gummies  

CBDistillery® shhh distilled CBN + CBD Sleep Gummies are made with our high-quality full spectrum hemp extract and just enough of the minor cannabinoid CBN (cannabinol) for rest, relaxation, and an enhanced Entourage Effect. Every elderberry-flavored gummy gives you 15mg of CBN and 15mg of CBD, the amount determined to be ideal by our expert botanists.  

CBDistillery® ahhh+ distilled THC + CBD Enhanced Relief Gummies    

CBDistillery® ahhh+ distilled THC + CBD Enhanced Relief Gummies could be just what you need at the end of a busy day. Each mixed berry-flavored gummy gives you everything our full spectrum hemp extract offers, plus just enough Delta-9 THC for relaxation, an enhanced Entourage Effect, and a mellow, uplifting buzz. In each gummy, you'll get a highly potent 75mg of CBD and 5mg of THC to help calm your mind and alleviate tension.  

CBDistillery® shhh+ THC + CBN + CBD Enhanced Deep Sleep Gummies   

CBDistillery® shhh+ distilled THC + CBN Gummies are made to help you get the rest you need to wake feeling refreshed. They have an enticing dreamberry flavor and a rigorously tested blend of cannabinoids working together to help you drift off naturally and remain in slumber mode: 5mg of THC, 15mg of CBN, and 75mg of CBD. CBN (cannabinol) is well-known for its sleep-promoting potential.  

CBDistillery® shhh CBN Isolate Sound Sleep Gummies  

CBDistillery® shhh CBN Isolate Sound Sleep Gummies are our first-ever supplement featuring isolate cannabinol (CBN), a hemp-derived compound known to promote healthy sleep. Research has shown that CBN isolate is just as effective as a serving of melatonin without the next-morning grogginess. CBN is well-known for its sleep-promoting potential, and these isolate gummies offer a great night's sleep for those who wish to avoid THC in their wellness routines.  

We're Here to Help  

Knowing the science behind CBD gummies and how CBD works with CBD will help you make informed product purchases. Realizing the different types of CBD products and the importance of quality is equally important.  

At CBDistillery, we stand behind our products with verified third-party testing, and each product comes with a Certificate of Analysis. We also invite you to read what satisfied users say about our products in more than 47,000 verified customer reviews. Our customer service professionals are also here to help. Please don't hesitate to contact us today with any concerns.  

References 

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3.     Fitzgerald M. (2013) Is Inflammation Holding You Back? Active.com  

4.     McCartney D, Benson M, et al. (2020) Cannabidiol and Sports Performance: A Narrative Review of Relevant Evidence and Recommendations for Future Research. 6(1) Sports Med Open 27. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7338332/  

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