Cannabis Can Enhance Performance in Sports
A recent research paper conducted by the Department of Neuroscience and Behavior at the University of São Paulo’s Ribeirão Preto Medical School, in
conjunction with the National Institute for Translational Medicine, has found that cannabis can improve performance in sports (whether mild or extreme).
The paper, which examined numerous peer-reviewed studies, concludes:
“Cannabis smoking can be helpful for some activities such as extreme sports, as it improves muscle relaxation, reduces anxiety, and extincts fear memories (e.g., negative experiences) leading to enhanced performance. It is also worthwhile to note that cannabis smoking improves sleep time and recovery, which may favor performance when an athlete is facing multiple competitions in a short period of time. In light of these positive effects, one can assume cannabis is a doping substance that relaxes the mind and improves recovery.”
You can find the paper in its entirety by clicking here.
– TheJointBlog
