Don’t Overthink Your Cardio
Cardio is one of the most rewarding things you can do for your health. It’s also a huge pain in the ass to get started. No matter if it’s your first day or tenth year, getting the best out of your run can be stressful. Your mind isn’t always convinced the experience will be worth it, making it all the more difficult to get the hard part out of the way. What you’re missing is endurance.
Endurance; the ability to sustain a prolonged stressful effort. Clearly, the ability to control mental stress is a huge challenge in itself, let alone get your body moving. Much like meditation, endurance activities require a similar mental focus in which you try to clear your mind and let your body do the work. By disconnecting the mind from the body, pain is more manageable and time is relevant. Some refer to this reward phase of exercise as being in the zone, hitting your stride, or feeling a runner’s high.
We created OFFFIELD Enhanced Hydration so that you reach the reward phase a lot faster through specially formulated ingredients meant to calm your mind and hydrate your body. A great balance of electrolytes for anyone that’s ready to sweat, combined with adaptogens and cannabinoids to help you calm your mind and enjoy it.
For beginners, the hardest part is building mental endurance. Your frontal cortex convinces your body that cardio is a good idea. But as soon as you start moving, your brain begins to go crazy. Your medulla says “Screw this. There’s nothing chasing us, so why are we running?” Your instinct and your logic are in opposition with each other.
The hardest part is building mental endurance.
Cannabidiol (CBD extracted from the cannabis plant) and L-Theanine (an adaptogen extracted from tea leaf) are two natural non-psychoactive supplements proven for many to manage stress. By taking a stress relieving supplement before you run, your endurance improves.
Now for people already living a more active lifestyle, not every day can be your best day without a little help. Staying properly hydrated is a must to get you through any distance activity, but much like a beginner, you still have a lot on your mind. Overcoming your mental stress is the difference between your personal best and just another run.
So how do you quiet your brain down and lower your stress without affecting your energy? We chose a natural way, CBD and L-Theanine.
OFFFIELD gives you what your body needs to keep the engine running with a low-sugar (non stevia) electrolyte solution for hydration, while providing a mental calming effect so you feel the natural benefits of being in the zone, hitting your stride, or feeling a runner’s high. After you feel it enough times, it can transform your cardio into a lifestyle. That’s why we made OFFFIELD for an open mind and an active life.
A study titled “Enjoyment as a Predictor of Exercise Habit, Intention to Continue Exercising, and Exercise Frequency” emphasizes the critical role of exercise enjoyment in promoting long-term adherence to fitness routines. It found that when individuals engage in exercise that aligns with their preferred intensity, they experience higher levels of enjoyment, leading to stronger exercise habits, more frequent workouts, and a greater intention to continue exercising.
Enjoyment acts as a motivating factor, reinforcing positive feelings and commitment to regular exercise. Tailoring workouts to match individual preferences for intensity can enhance the pleasure of exercise, ultimately fostering better engagement and sustainability in health club settings.
Another study found that cannabis may be a primary motivator for people to exercise more often because it elevates their enjoyment. This is a key factor for OFFFIELD, as we are endurance athletes in every sense of the word. We’re not just focused on getting to the finish line quicker in our next marathon, but also getting to the finish line way slower when it comes to life.
All of our products are formulated to activate your Endocannabinoid System, responsible for regulating mood during exercise. Our High Performance line of products, including Energy Gummies and Sports Drinks specifically focus on enjoyment as a key contributor to overall performance enhancement.
Have you ever heard of a molecule, Anandamide? It's a special chemical in your body known as the “bliss molecule,” that helps you feel happy and relaxed.
When you run or do lots of exercise, sometimes you get a great feeling afterward or during longer duration training. This is called the Runner's High (you may have noticed we’re obsessed with it). Scientists used to think this was only because of endorphins, which are like natural painkillers. But now they know anandamide, a cannabinoid we produce in our body, is also the primary reason for the effects in both mind and body.
Anandamide works by fitting into receptors throughout your body, kind of like a key fitting into a lock. When this happens, it makes you feel good… real good. Funny enough, these receptors are the same ones that react to the chemicals in cannabis, or phyto-cannabinoids. Although similar, Anandamide is created by your own body.
So next time you're out running and start to feel amazing, you can thank anandamide. And if you want to hit it a little earlier, you can try our products designed to mimic our best buddy Anandamide. You don’t have to thank us, but we do accept compliments.
A groundbreaking new study conducted by researchers at Washington State University has revealed several significant health benefits associated with cannabis use, including a reduced risk of anxiety and obesity, as well as enhanced memory function. The findings, published in *Scientific Reports*, offer fresh insights into how CBG may impact mental and physical health.
Key Findings
1. Reduction in Anxiety:
The study found that individuals who had used cannabis within the past month were 31% less likely to experience anxiety compared to non-users. Participants who consumed cannabis recently showed marked resilience to stress, with significantly lower anxiety levels during the trial. These findings suggest that, particularly CBG, may offer a natural and effective means of managing anxiety without the cognitive impairments often associated with traditional treatments [oai_citation:1,Cannabigerol (CBG) Reduces Anxiety and Improves Memory - Neuroscience News] [oai_citation:2,CBG found to reduce anxiety and enhance memory in clinical trial]().
2. Lower Risk of Obesity:
Another surprising outcome of the study was the discovery that recent cannabis users were also 31% less likely to be obese. This finding challenges the common stereotype that cannabis use leads to weight gain due to increased appetite or "the munchies." Instead, the study suggests that cannabinoids may influence metabolism, appetite regulation, and energy balance in ways that contribute to a healthier weight profile [oai_citation:3,Cannabigerol (CBG) Reduces Anxiety and Improves Memory - Neuroscience News] [oai_citation:4,CBG found to reduce anxiety and enhance memory in clinical trial]
3. Enhanced Memory Function:
In addition to reducing anxiety and obesity risk, the study found that CBG may enhance memory, particularly verbal recall. CBG appeared to improve participants' ability to remember and recall information. This finding could have significant implications for those seeking to manage anxiety without sacrificing cognitive function [oai_citation:5,CBG Shows Promise in Reducing Anxiety Without Intoxication - ScienceBlog.com]
Implications and Future Research:
These findings highlight the potential of cannabinoids like CBG in addressing some of the most pressing health concerns today, including anxiety disorders and obesity. As more people seek natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals, the role of cannabis in health and wellness continues to expand. However, while these results are promising, further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms behind these effects and to explore the long-term impacts of cannabis use on mental and physical health.
Future studies will likely focus on the physiological effects of cannabis, such as its impact on heart rate, blood pressure, and cortisol levels, as well as its broader implications for cognitive and metabolic health. Additionally, researchers are keen to investigate how different cannabinoids interact and what combinations might offer the most therapeutic benefits.
For those interested in exploring the details, the full study is available here [oai_citation:6,Cannabigerol (CBG) Reduces Anxiety and Improves Memory - Neuroscience News] CBG found to reduce anxiety and enhance memory in clinical trial].
