Tips for avoiding marijuana couch lock

One of the things we love about marijuana is the fact that there are so many strains to choose from. Being in a legal state is like walking into your favorite candy store as a kid. The ability to choose from multiple strains means controlling your high to a level that no one could have imagined 30 or 40 years ago. Depending on how well you know your cannabis strains, this can be both a good and a bad thing.

Knowing the strain you bought well can help you prepare for possible side effects. Munchies, bad breath, drowsiness – you name it. Without this insight, users could experience a very different experience than what they planned. Whether you’ve been smoking since your teens, for example, or just recently started as an adult, chances are you’ve been couch-locked – when you’re so high you can’t move – and can you feel impossible to break out.

Here are some tips on how to deal with this common consumer error.

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Carbonated Beverages

One of the oldest techniques to break couch lock is to simply sip on your favorite soft drink. The more caffeinated and sugary, the better. Scientists have long claimed that the glucose in soft drinks can increase insulin levels, leading to a explode with energy so your prefrontal cortex eventually breaks out of couch lock.

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With that in mind, it would probably be a good idea to grab a bottle of Pepsi or Mountain Dew before your next smoke if you plan on doing something afterwards.

Don’t sit in the same place for too long

Depending on the environment, short bursts of exercise can do wonders to break the couch block. It’s not necessary to show off with one-handed push-ups or anything like that, but a quick walk for a glass of water or a quick getaway to get some fresh air can have a bigger impact than you might think. If possible, smoking during a short walk could be an opportunity to kill two birds with one stone.

Good entertainment

Turning off is usually one of the inevitable side effects of noise. Obviously, being stuck in the zone is one of the main reasons for being stuck on the couch. For this reason, socializing and engaging in dialogue with others is one of the most important ways to escape the feeling of being couch bound. This is especially the case when you are alone. Try calling someone over the phone or FaceTiming to get the energy you need to jump off the couch.

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Try some CBD

Last but not least, one of the most unlikely ways you would assume would actually be very helpful in breaking the couch lock situation is – more weed! Just another guy. A little-known fact about CBD is that it can help balance the effects of THC on the mind and body. CBD has the ability to block CB1 receptors in the brain, allowing it to counteract the psychoactive effects of THC. This plays a part in why consuming CBD oil or flower can make users feel “run down” after consuming high levels of THC.

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So the next time you’re glued to the couch after a smoke session, just pop open your favorite soda and take a walk around the block with your CBD stick. You might also call a relative or friend! You’ll soon forget how tied you were to the couch.