{"id":206,"date":"2024-08-11T19:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T19:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southbeachcannabisdelivery.com\/?p=206"},"modified":"2024-10-11T19:31:14","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T19:31:14","slug":"cannabis-in-professional-sports-athletes-and-racing-teams-embrace-the-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southbeachcannabisdelivery.com\/cannabis-in-professional-sports-athletes-and-racing-teams-embrace-the-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Cannabis in Professional Sports: Athletes and Racing Teams Embrace the Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the cannabis industry<\/strong> continues to expand, professional athletes and sports figures are increasingly aligning with cannabis companies<\/strong>. Whether for the purpose of pain relief<\/strong>, mental health<\/strong> management, or recovery<\/strong>, cannabis is gaining recognition in the world of sports. Partnerships between athletes, sports teams, and cannabis brands are becoming more common, especially as the stigma around cannabis use decreases. Here’s a look at a few key sports figures who are leading the charge in integrating cannabis into the world of professional sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ricky Williams – NFL Star and Cannabis Advocate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most well-known advocates for cannabis in professional sports is former NFL running back Ricky Williams<\/strong>. Throughout his football career, Williams faced numerous suspensions due to his cannabis use, but he has since embraced the plant for its medicinal benefits<\/strong>, particularly for athletes managing chronic pain<\/strong> and injuries<\/strong>. In 2018<\/strong>, Williams launched his own cannabis brand, Real Wellness<\/strong>, which focuses on a range of products aimed at pain relief<\/strong>, sleep aids<\/strong>, and overall wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Williams’ venture into the cannabis industry has helped spark conversations within the NFL<\/strong> about cannabis as an alternative to the highly addictive opioids many athletes have been prescribed for pain management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source<\/strong>: Real Wellness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mike Tyson – Boxing Legend and Cannabis Entrepreneur<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another famous name in professional sports who has stepped into the cannabis world is Mike Tyson<\/strong>. The former boxing champion<\/strong> has been a vocal supporter of cannabis for years, crediting it for helping him manage his mental health and post-career pain. In 2021<\/strong>, Tyson launched Tyson 2.0<\/strong>, a brand focused on THC<\/strong> and CBD products<\/strong>, which includes flower, edibles, and tinctures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tyson\u2019s involvement in the cannabis industry has made waves, particularly in combat sports, where injuries and long-term damage to the body are common. His public endorsement of cannabis has helped reduce the stigma around its use, especially as an alternative to traditional painkillers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source<\/strong>: Tyson 2.0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Matt Crafton – NASCAR and CBD Sponsorship<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the world of auto racing<\/strong>, NASCAR<\/strong> driver Matt Crafton<\/strong> made headlines by becoming one of the first racers to partner with a CBD<\/strong> company. In 2020<\/strong>, Crafton announced his sponsorship deal with Craft 1861<\/strong>, a brand that produces CBD wellness products<\/strong>. While NASCAR maintains strict regulations against THC<\/strong>, Crafton\u2019s partnership focuses on CBD<\/strong> for pain relief<\/strong> and recovery<\/strong>, shining a light on the potential benefits of non-psychoactive cannabis compounds in professional racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This partnership was a significant step forward for CBD\u2019s acceptance in professional sports, where the physical demands on athletes, particularly in high-impact sports like racing, are immense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source<\/strong>: Craft 1861<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Expanding Horizons in Sports and Cannabis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As cannabis continues to gain traction both medicinally and recreationally, athletes and teams across various sports are beginning to recognize its potential benefits. From NFL stars<\/strong> like Ricky Williams<\/strong> to racing icons like Matt Crafton<\/strong>, the growing intersection between cannabis and professional sports reflects the evolving landscape of athlete wellness<\/strong>. With more research and increased acceptance, the future is bright for cannabis in the world of sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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