So you’ve decided to be an athlete. Bold move. Whether you’re a weekend warrior with a gym playlist louder than your internal monologue or a full-blown competitor who eats chia seeds by the fistful—your body’s about to file some serious complaints. And honestly? You deserve it.
But here’s the kicker: just because you like punishing yourself with triathlons or Brazilian jiu-jitsu doesn’t mean your recovery has to suck. Enter CBD balm, the unsung hero for athletes dealing with sore muscles, chronic injuries, and those lovely, random flareups that show up uninvited like your neighbor’s cat.
At Ron’s Balms & Botanicals, we make CBD balms the right way—clean, small-batch, and lab-tested—without any of the junk that makes you question your life choices more than running a 10K in new shoes.
Post-Workout Reality: Pain is (Unfortunately) Part of the Package
Let’s not sugarcoat it—training is painful. And if it’s not? You’re either lying or doing it wrong. Whether it’s a strained hamstring, an old shoulder injury that’s flaring up every time you pretend to be Steph Curry, or your knees making a click-click-pop sound like they’re trying to play a vinyl record—your body is constantly negotiating with gravity and regret.
And that’s not to scare you off the fitness path—it’s just the deal. You push your body, it pushes back. But what if you had something that helped take the edge off without needing an ice bath or a PhD in foam rolling?
What Is CBD Balm (and Why Should You Care)?
Okay, so what is CBD balm? It’s a topical ointment infused with cannabidiol (CBD)—a non-psychoactive compound derived from hemp. In other words, it won’t get you high, but it might make your legs stop acting like they’ve just run the Boston Marathon—again.
Here’s what CBD balm does for athletes:
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Reduces inflammation: Because your joints don’t care about your personal goals.
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Soothes sore muscles: Great for that “I forgot stretching existed” phase.
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Aids in healing chronic injuries: The stuff you pretend doesn’t hurt until it does.
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Prevents flareups: Yes, that means fewer unexpected “Oh my God, why is my back doing that?” moments.
Why Athletes Love Topicals (Spoiler: They Actually Work)
There’s a reason athletes across every sport are rubbing CBD balm on themselves like they’re marinating for game day. Unlike oral supplements that have to go through the whole digestive system detour, topicals go straight to the source.
You feel the effect exactly where you need it—no waiting for it to “kick in” while you question your life decisions on the couch.
Plus, CBD balms from Ron’s Balms & Botanicals don’t come with sketchy additives or ingredients that sound like a chemistry test. Just pure plant-based relief, no spell-check required.
Chronic Injuries: The Guest That Never Leaves
You ever have that one injury that just... sticks around? Like, you hurt your ankle playing flag football in 2019 and now it randomly throbs every time it rains or Mercury is in retrograde? Yeah, that’s a chronic injury. And they’re the worst.
They don’t really go away, they just wait in the background, ready to flare up the moment you try to carry groceries or attempt a pickup game. CBD balm helps by reducing inflammation and promoting recovery right at the site, making flareups less frequent and less soul-crushing.
And no, it’s not a miracle cure. You still have to do the boring stuff like stretching and wearing proper shoes. But CBD balm gives you a fighting chance.
Preventing Flareups Before They Ruin Your Tuesday
Let’s talk prevention. Most of us wait until something hurts to do something about it. That’s like waiting for your house to flood before buying a plunger. Using CBD balm as part of your post-workout routine helps minimize recovery time and prevent future flareups. Think of it as athletic insurance—with fewer deductibles and more pleasant smells.
Slather it on after a run, rub it into your shoulders after lifting, or use it as part of your nighttime wind-down routine so you don’t wake up feeling like you fell down a staircase in your sleep.
A quick guide to preventing flareups with CBD balm:
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Apply immediately after exercise, especially on high-impact areas (knees, shoulders, hips).
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Use consistently, not just when things hurt.
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Combine with smart recovery habits: hydration, stretching, sleep (no, 5 hours isn’t enough), and the occasional vegetable.
Why Ron’s Balms Is a Game-Changer for Athletes
Let’s be honest—there’s a lot of garbage CBD out there. Products that feel like petroleum jelly got into a fight with a candle, or stuff that smells like regret and gym socks.
At Ron’s Balms & Botanicals, we keep it real. Our founder, Ron, was a master carpenter who beat up his body long before CrossFit made that cool. Dissatisfied with the greasy nonsense on the market, he built his own formulas—with the help of a naturopath and a lot of trial and error. And guess what? They worked.
Now, the Watkins brothers (that’s us) have taken up the torch. We craft every batch right here in Washington State, using lab-tested CBD, plant-based ingredients, and a whole lot of common sense.
Choose from:
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Lavender or Mint CBD Balm – for soothing relief with a side of aromatherapy
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Pure Unscented CBD Oil Rub – for athletes who want zero distractions
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CBD Gummies – for when you want full-body chill after leg day
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CBD Gift Sets – because your fellow gym rats deserve a little TLC, too
Real Talk: CBD Isn’t Magic, But It Helps
We’re not claiming CBD balm is gonna make you an Olympian. It’s not going to erase years of bad form or undo that time you tried to deadlift with your ego. But it can help you bounce back faster, hurt less, and maybe not wince every time you get out of bed.
It’s about working smarter, not just harder. And if you’re an athlete who plans to keep moving, lifting, running, or even just aggressively speed-walking into your 40s, CBD balm should be in your gym bag—right next to the protein bar you keep forgetting to eat.
Get Recovery That Works as Hard as You Do
Skip the icy sprays and pills that make your stomach sound like a haunted house. Try something real. Something tested. Something that was made by people who actually understand what a sore lower back feels like.
Ron’s Balms & Botanicals has your back. Literally. Figuratively. All of it.
👉 Shop our full collection at www.ronsbalms.com and upgrade your recovery routine today.
Because being an athlete is hard enough. Recovering doesn’t have to be.
