Runner’s High with Josiah Hesse
“Cannabis transports me to realms of intense passion, where my joy for any given activity (be it running, writing, or cleaning) is accelerated to the point where everything else dissolves into silence and I become lost in every nuance of it. It transformed me from a sedentary, depressed, high school dropout with a drinking problem, into an accomplished writer and runner.” Continue reading Runner’s High with Josiah Hesse
Rachael Rapinoe is Leading the Charge with Mendi
Starting 2022 on a High Note
Al Harrington, Founder of Viola Brand and cannabis advocate has led the charge for athletes around the world pushing a host of initiatives to the forefront. With an opportunity to shift the cannabis conversation and provide a much needed dose of education, Al Harrington joined Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Chantel Tremitiere and D.J. Williams on the I Am Athlete Podcast. “In New York, New York … Continue reading Starting 2022 on a High Note
Elias Theodorou is Fighting to Break the Stigma
Cannabis advocate, MMA icon and the world’s first cannabis-sanctioned pro athlete, Elias Theodorou is fighting to break the stigma. In a historic moment Elias took home the victory for his team and cannabis athletes around the globe. Immediately after winning, Elias shared a message for his fans and the sports cannabis community on Instagram; “We came. We saw. We conquered.“ -E Theodorou, Professional MMA Fighter/IG … Continue reading Elias Theodorou is Fighting to Break the Stigma
Empower Psychedelics Announced as an Official Sponsor for the Canadian Classics Rugby
Empower Psychedelics was founded in 2020, focused on bridging the gap between athletes and first responders to address the global need for recovery solutions and alternative therapy options. Today, EMPOWER is dedicated to pushing sports psychedelics forward as well as developing research for first responders, athletes and individuals towards treatment opportunities for mental and physical health conditions. Nigel Smith, a First Responder, retired Professional Minor … Continue reading Empower Psychedelics Announced as an Official Sponsor for the Canadian Classics Rugby
Stephen Jackson Doesn’t Hold Back
Retired Professional NBA Legend, Stephen Jackson is a huge cannabis advocate, and has never been shy about his cannabis use. “I smoked my whole career. I had a hell of a career, didn’t miss no games…” -S Jackson, Yahoo Sports He’s enjoyed a ton of success in the NBA, winning a championship in 2003 with the San Antonio Spurs and after retiring, coached BIG3’s Trilogy … Continue reading Stephen Jackson Doesn’t Hold Back
Driving CBD Forward
Danica Patrick’s Investing in CBD company BEAM Continue reading Driving CBD Forward
Athletes Moving the Needle at Toronto’s Lift & Co.
“In football you play with injuries. That’s just what you do…” – Justin Renfrow Continue reading Athletes Moving the Needle at Toronto’s Lift & Co.
Pushing Sports Psychedelics to the Forefront
Empower Psychedelics was founded by retired Rugby Player Jonathan Hill and retired Professional/Collegiate Hockey Player, First Responder Nigel Smith in May 2020. With a commitment to psychedelic science, they are on a mission to provide novel therapies to those who have experienced traumatic situations and injury. Today Empower Psychedelics is focused on bridging the gap between athletes, first responders and psychedelics, taking residency at the … Continue reading Pushing Sports Psychedelics to the Forefront
Matthew Nielsen
We have the absolute pleasure of introducing the newest addition to the Sports Cannabis Team, Matthew Nielsen. With his deep background in Graphic Design, Illustration and more, Matt has joined on as a creative content contributor in an effort to create stunning visuals, break the stigma and normalize the conversation. Sports Cannabis : Introduce yourself to the Sports Cannabis Community ; Matthew Nielsen : “I’m … Continue reading Matthew Nielsen
Bethany Semeiks
Skating to break the stigma, normalize the conversation and advocate for change, Bethany Semeiks is moving the needle forward and paving the path for athletes around the world. For 8 years Bethany Semeiks was known as the “B-Train” dominating Women’s Roller Derby and today she’s using CBD to help with sleep, recovery and relief. With an opportunity to shift the perception Bethany’s using her platform … Continue reading Bethany Semeiks
Providing Access On and Off the Field
fourfive announced as the Exclusive Official Partner of Saracen’s Mens and Womens rugby teams as well as the Saracens Mavericks Netball Team. Continue reading Providing Access On and Off the Field
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