With the London Marathon happening today, recovery is at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Marathons are intense physical activities that require a lot of energy and exertion. It is common for runners to experience pain and inflammation after running a marathon and CBD, or cannabidiol, known for its therapeutic properties, is the perfect way to aid your recovery.
CBD has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant properties, making it a popular choice for athletes looking to enhance their recovery process.
Serena Organics founders Joe Alabi and David Hexter have given us 3 tips to aid your recovery using CBD after the marathon.
1. Use CBD oils
CBD oil can help reduce inflammation and pain, which can be beneficial after running a marathon. To use CBD oil, place a few drops under your tongue and hold it there for 30-60 seconds before swallowing. Alternatively, you can add it to your post-workout smoothie or apply it topically to the affected areas. Our Serena Organics 10% Broad Spectrum in MCT oil uses MCT oil as the carrier, meaning our CBD oil goes further to aid in muscle recovery while providing a host of benefits through its interaction with the endocannabinoid system.
2. Apply CBD topically
CBD topicals, such as our Cooling Gel, which offers a silky blend of eucalyptus, peppermint and organically grown CBD. This potent amalgamation helps stimulate blood circulation, giving you an invigorating cooling sensation, and helps revitalise and replenish the skin, providing relief from pain, stiffness and tension. can be applied directly to the affected area.Topicals are absorbed through the skin and can provide targeted relief to sore muscles and joints. They can be used in conjunction with other forms of CBD for a more comprehensive recovery approach.
3. Treat yourself to a massage
Massage therapy itself is a great way to reduce stress and tension, improve circulation, and promote a sense of well-being; combining that with the use of a CBD massage oil will help foster anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. Our Serena Organics CBD Massage oil is gently scented with ylang-ylang, lavender, chamomile, and frankincense mixed with organically grown CBD, the ideal combination to leave you with softer, more soothed skin and less painful muscles.
Not only will using CBD help your muscles recover more quickly, it’ll improve your sleep, and help get rid of those pesky muscle spasms. Sleep is crucial for recovery. CBD has been shown to improve sleep quality and duration, a crucial part of post-marathon recovery. Muscle spasms are involuntary contractions of the muscles. They can be painful and can hinder the recovery process. CBD has been shown to have muscle relaxant properties, which can help reduce the frequency and intensity of muscle spasms. This is because CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system, which plays a crucial role in muscle control and movement.
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