Study Reveals Cannabis Increases Workout Enjoyment but May Impair Performance
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A study by the University of Colorado Boulder found that using cannabis before exercise can increase enjoyment and motivation, particularly with CBD, but may make workouts feel more effortful, especially with THC. The research challenges stereotypes of cannabis leading to a sedentary lifestyle and suggests it could potentially help combat inactivity. However, THC can impair performance and increase heart rate, and separate research indicates regular cannabis use may increase the risk of coronary artery disease. The study highlights the need to balance the potential benefits of cannabis for exercise motivation with its health risks and performance impacts.
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