I like to smoke a blunt before i hit up the gym, am i defeating the purpose here?

:lol:

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Yes.

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Could be

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i don't think so, cuz i work out at this adventure rec. center and they have climbing walls, so after i'm done lifting i hit that up and thats always fun.

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yes you are. think.

you are altering your body in a negative manner before you are attempting to alter in a positive way. you have all the wrong hormoones flowing, chemicals in your blood are already reac ting to the THC> wait until after.

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Have thought about it, and doesn?t seem to be the right thing. I?ve opted for doing it right after, while stretching in the steam bath... nice thing

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[quote=thesightless;533834]yes you are. think.

you are altering your body in a negative manner before you are attempting to alter in a positive way. you have all the wrong hormoones flowing, chemicals in your blood are already reac ting to the THC> wait until after.[/quote]

damn your right, but i don't think its like if you blaze the THC nullifies all the shit happening in your system when you work out, but yea, its prob. best to do it after.

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it takes away the pain - so its better for non strenuous exercise - ie you could run longer; but bad for lifting heavy weights cos you could pull a muscle or cause a strain and not feel it as much.

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Marijuana lowers your testosterone levels, which makes it harder for you to recover and grow muscle. Also, it's a depressant, so you're likely not exerting yourself on the same level as you would be if you were sober. You're basically putting yourself at a disadvantage physiologically by smoking before or after your workout. I'd say if you don't want it to affect your workouts, you'd need to avoid using at least 24 hours before and 48 hours after.

Psychologically though, it may motivate you to work out in the first place. I know people who smoke because they love lifting, and smoking helps them relax and feel motivated to do things they actually enjoy. There are plenty of athletes out there who use drugs and perform well in spite of them.

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actually, from what I've heard it "accelerates" your body... uh or your heart. so working out while stoned can be dangerous, cause all you're gonna do is just pump your heart even faster... Something like that.. I doubt you can get a heart attack but it just doest seem right :what

Besides, if Im stoned, working out is the last thing on my mind... :p

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Sorry but this is probably one of the dumbest thing you can do. Weed causes you to relax, how does that prime your body to move heavy weights? As Huggie said, you risk pulling or even tearing a muscle, dropping a weight on yourself, or even injuring someone else.

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Being stoned while working out is an adventure in itself..Pop on the ipod and get lost in it...It's really fun, but probably not good for you..I always liked doing it, but don't anymore..

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try NO-Xplode or White flood. That'll get you in a state of pumping-iron-rage in no time. if you want to relax, why bother with the gym? why waste a few good hits?

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Save the blunt for a good night's sleep.

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Not good man, the THC messes up all the brain areas that are trying to help you when you gym, motor skills, vision etc, best leave it for later or for that good nights sleep you need

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It prob doesnt help..

But its still better than not working out at all..

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[quote=AndyH;533930]It prob doesnt help..

But its still better than not working out at all..[/quote]

Exactry.

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[quote=feather;533864]Sorry but this is probably one of the dumbest thing you can do. Weed causes you to relax, how does that prime your body to move heavy weights? As Huggie said, you risk pulling or even tearing a muscle, dropping a weight on yourself, or even injuring someone else.[/quote]

cant we just call him stupid! :lol:

anonin guess the concensus is that it isnt a good idea.

now how about trying some speed and seeing how it goes.

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Bosh a huge line, then hit the treadmill!!

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At least your going to the gym, I haven't been since spring

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Do you have to go to a gym???

Couldnt you, then go for a cycle???

The ipod idea works beautifully with the bicycle, just remember those shades!!!