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663. Is Weed a Performance-Enhancing Drug?

Feb 13, 2026 · 50m

The science says no, at least not in the athletic sense. But the psychic benefits can be large — just ask former N.F.L. star Ricky Williams. He says athletes should consider cannabis a healing drug, not a party drug. Even the N.F.L. is starting to agree. (Part two of a two-part series .) SOURCES: Angela Bryan , professor, associate chair for faculty development in the department of psychology and neuroscience at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Ricky Williams , former …

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