The Season Where Everything Hurts (in a Good Way)
If you've been hitting the trails around Loveland lately, your legs know it. Devil's Backbone is busy again, the reservoir loop is packed on weekends, and we've had a few customers come in this week walking a little slower than usual. That's the sign of a good weekend.
But here's the thing about Colorado springs — and I mean the season, not the city — they sneak up on you. One weekend you're doing a casual three-miler, and the next you're halfway up Horsetooth wondering why your calves feel like concrete. The altitude doesn't help. Neither does the dry air.
Recovery Isn't Just for Athletes
You don't need to be training for the Colfax Marathon this weekend to need a recovery routine. Gardening counts. A long walk with the dog counts. Even a Saturday of yard work in the sun can leave you feeling it on Sunday morning.
The basics haven't changed — water, stretching, rest. But we've been seeing more and more people layer in CBD as part of that routine, and honestly, it makes sense. Topical CBD products let you put support exactly where you need it, and a lot of our customers say it's become the thing they reach for before the ibuprofen bottle.
What We'd Grab Off the Shelf
If you're looking for something targeted, the CBD + CBG Pain Relief Stix by GoodLeaf ($115.00) is one of those products that earns its price. It's a 4000mg twist-up stick — no mess, no jar to dig into — and the cooling formula with eucalyptus and menthol kicks in fast. A lot of runners and hikers in Loveland keep one in their gym bag.
For something lighter, the CBDfx Muscle & Joint Cream ($35.00) comes in a cooling formula that's easy on the wallet and works well for everyday soreness. It's broad-spectrum, so you're getting more than just CBD in the blend.
And if your idea of recovery is a hot bath and a locked door, the GoodLeaf Bath Bombs ($15.00) are infused with 150mg of CBD, CBG, and CBN. Drop one in, soak for twenty minutes, and you'll understand why people keep buying them.
A Little Goes a Long Way
Recovery doesn't need to be complicated. Drink more water than you think you need — especially up here at altitude. Stretch before bed, not just after your workout. And give your body something to work with instead of just pushing through.
We're open seven days a week if you want to come in and talk through what might work for you. No pressure, no pitch — just people who use this stuff ourselves and know what works after a long day outside.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement.