Best CBD For Golf

We review some of the best products that can help you both on and off the golf course

Best CBD For Golf
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Best CBD For Golf

Walk past a pharmacy and it's quite possible that you’ll see a Cannabidiol (CBD) product displayed. CBD is used to treat pain, anxiety and sleep disorder, as well as a wide range of medical conditions and illnesses.

It is derived directly from the hemp plant, and whilst it’s a component of marijuana, it’s the legal part of the cannabis plant, and by itself does not cause a high. As well as occupying a prominent spot on the shelf in your local pharmacy, it's also finding its way into golf pro shops.

Why?

Well, there's growing evidence to suggest that it can help your golf game - and a number of professional golfers do use it. Of course, taking CBD is not going to stop you from missing putts, but it can improve your sleep, and the calming effect that it offers might just help your golf game.

We have been testing a range of products over the past year - so here's our guide to the best CBD for golf. If you're interested in those marginal gains, you may also want to view the 10 best supplement and sports nutrition products for golf

Best CBD For Golf

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This procedure involves using the products, like the CBD ones above, out on the golf course, before and after the round, and also away from the course as well to gauge impact and effectiveness. What should also be acknowledged is that no manufacturer can pay for a good review from us, because our testing team tells it how it is.

FAQs

Is CBD good for golf?

CBD is an an acronym for cannabidiol, a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. It doesn't contain THC though, which is the psychoactive compound in marijuana that gives the high sensation.

The product above contain this compound and are designed to increase recovery, reduce fatigue, eliminate pain and discomfort, as well as help calm your nerves in pressure filled situations. For golfers, this can result in better concentration and faster recovery from injury, among other things. From helping you to feel more relaxed on the first tee and over those nervy three-footers, to improving your overall enjoyment of the game, there are numerous benefits on offer.

Michael Weston
Contributing editor

Michael has been with Golf Monthly since 2008. As a multimedia journalist, he has also worked for The Football Association, where he created content to support the men's European Championships, The FA Cup, London 2012, and FA Women's Super League. As content editor at Foremost Golf, Michael worked closely with golf's biggest equipment manufacturers, and has developed an in-depth knowledge of this side of the industry. He's now a regular contributor, covering instruction, equipment and feature content. Michael has interviewed many of the game's biggest stars, including six world number ones, and has attended and reported on many Major Championships and Ryder Cups. He's a member of Formby Golf Club.