Cannabis, specifically the compound THC, is on the World Anti Doping Agency’s Prohibited List. Some believe that this compound is performance-enhancing, while others believe it’s simply a tool that can be used for performance recovery. Where is this fine line drawn? And are there other substances that are also performance-enhancing, but not on the prohibited list? This episode dives into why athletes use cannabis, my personal experience with using the plant for pre and post-workout, what official sports organizations think about the plant, double standards with the prohibited list, and where the future of cannabis lies for the sport and athletics community.

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 intro 00:18 topics covered 02:23 my experience with cannabis for recovery 03:46 why others use cannabis 04:04 what the studies say 05:51 why athletes use 06:33 brain injuries and neuroprotection 06:58 impact on vo2 max 08:08 why cannabis might enhance performance 08:44 study on professional rugby players 10:19 why cannabis might hinder performance 13:151 NBA, UFC and NCAA 15:37 shacarri richardson controversy 16:47 former Olympic triathlete 17:42 why retired professional athletes are investing in cannabis 18:34 double standard with caffeine and supplements 21:30 one time I took a gummy before running 21:42 the fine line between mental health and physical performance

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