Muscle Relief CBD Gel - Cooling

THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is another cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant family, this is the compound responsible for the “high” feeling associated with cannabis as a drug. Generally, CBD products contain very little THC; legally, they cannot contain more than 0.2% in most countries where CBD products are sold. However, for those using CBD in conjunction with their training, it is important to ensure that there is 0% THC, as the smallest amount can be flagged on drug tests. Our sporting products, CBD Balm and both Warming and Cooling gels, have been developed meticulously so that athletes can benefit from all the natural therapeutic properties of CBD and hemp, with the assurance that there is no THC. All of our products are put through an independent third-party laboratory for quality and purity testing.

The gels provide a heating or cooling sensation that the balm doesn’t, as well as a minor odor that comes from the menthol and other ingredients in the gels. The balm has a thicker consistency and a higher concentration of CBD per ml, so it absorbs more slowly, giving the balm a longer-lasting effect and offering a great option to apply before physical activity. The gels are generally post-workout.

Our CBD gel’s topical application allows you to focus on a particular area that has been affected by your workout. Apply to a problem area and begin the natural recovery process. As opposed to taking the ingestible (oil, gummy, or capsule), which will go through your digestive system and give an overall full-body experience. There are also many essential oils as key ingredients in Terra Remedy’s muscle relief gels (both warming and cooling) that work great with CBD’s natural anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving qualities, which are also great for your skin. Conversely, the ingestibles do not have the extra ingredients but are great on the go as you can take CBD within seconds.

Although both the warming and cooling gels are similar in the relief they offer, their usefulness varies depending on your needs. The use of warming or cooling sensations for muscle recovery depends on the stage of your recovery or injury. For strains or sprains, it is generally recommended to use cold therapy to reduce swelling and pain. The cold temperature helps to constrict blood vessels and decrease blood flow to the affected area, reducing inflammation and numbing the pain.

If the affected area is sore or feels bruised, it is recommended to switch to heat therapy to promote blood flow and speed up the healing process. Heat increases the temperature of the affected area, promoting relaxation of muscles and joints, reducing stiffness, and increasing range of motion.

It is important to note that everyone is different, and some people may have different preferences as well as what works for them, so it's best to experiment with both and see which works best for you.

There are so many factors to this question because each person responds differently based on their tolerance, body weight, etc. Generally, both of the Terra Remedy gels take about 5 minutes to feel the warming or cooling sensations, and the relief from the CBD shortly after (which can last up to 2 hours). The amount applied plays a big part on the length and intensity of the relief. These estimates are based on the recommended dosage of 3 ml on the affected area.