Hi everybody. This is my first post in these forums so i guess this will also be my introduction. Ive liveed in socal all my life and couldnt imagine being anywhere else. I go to college, work at a restaurant, and ride my bikes (ibex apogee xt(MTB) and lemond croix de fer(road)) whenever i get a chance.
Anyway, I was just wondering about the use of marijuana and cycling. First off, before the massive flaming begins, im not a pothead. I do enjoy smoking from time to time, but as far as the stereotypical munchie craving dead head, not me. Its more of a meditation thing, calming. I recently tried smoking a little before going out for a moderate ride (about 40 miles) and found that it helped me focus all of my concentration on spinning, while still feeling relaxed. Its hard to describe but it was almost like being on autopilot, or a meditative state if that makes any sense. I didnt think so much about the headwind of the heat or what might be slowing me down rather than maintaining and enjoying. Sometimes I find that when I go out and ride i feel like im fighting against the elements and get frustrated and that kills my energy.
Am i crazy, or has anyone else tried this? Also, would it be considered doping??
Anyway, I was just wondering about the use of marijuana and cycling. First off, before the massive flaming begins, im not a pothead. I do enjoy smoking from time to time, but as far as the stereotypical munchie craving dead head, not me. Its more of a meditation thing, calming. I recently tried smoking a little before going out for a moderate ride (about 40 miles) and found that it helped me focus all of my concentration on spinning, while still feeling relaxed. Its hard to describe but it was almost like being on autopilot, or a meditative state if that makes any sense. I didnt think so much about the headwind of the heat or what might be slowing me down rather than maintaining and enjoying. Sometimes I find that when I go out and ride i feel like im fighting against the elements and get frustrated and that kills my energy.
Am i crazy, or has anyone else tried this? Also, would it be considered doping??