Oftentimes marijuana is considered a great medication for pain and insomnia but people forget that the plant can do much more than just that. Yes, the same plant that is known for its sedating effects can actually be used to get out of bed in the morning.

But is it actually worth it? Should marijuana be a part of someone’s morning routine? Will it be safe to consume marijuana first thing in the morning?

Well, a lot of people do it. And anecdotal evidence suggests smoking medical marijuana first thing in the morning can help people who have chronic pain and find it difficult to leave the bed or even move due to intense pain and stiffness.

Can You Smoke Weed in the Morning?

Yes, you can smoke weed in the morning. A lot of people believe marijuana is supposed to be consumed at night. While it does make a lot of sense because of the sedating effects of marijuana, it is only partially true. If one knows about different strains of marijuana, they would know not every marijuana strain has sedative effects. Even though every marijuana strain will offer a ‘high’, it won’t necessarily make you sleepy. This is why people can choose to consume marijuana in the morning as well.

The high one gets after consuming marijuana can make one alert and creative as well. These effects are pretty commonly noted by cannabis consumers. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that a lot of recreational marijuana users turn to marijuana for its motivating, creative effects. Yes, we are talking about the music industry that is openly supporting and promoting the beneficial effects of the plant through their lyrics and statements.

But does that mean these marijuana strains are only for recreational use? Absolutely not. People who are using marijuana for medicinal purposes can also choose to consume marijuana first thing in the morning. In fact, it is a great way to start your day if you are suffering from chronic joint pain and find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning.

The concept of consuming marijuana first thing in the morning is very popular among cannabis consumers and is commonly known as “Wake ‘n’ Bake”

Benefits of Smoking Marijuana First Thing in the Morning

It may come as a shock to a lot of people but there are actual benefits of smoking marijuana first thing in the morning.

It goes without saying that these effects are only going to work in your favor if you choose the right strain and refrain from overdoing it.

Pain Relief

Smoking marijuana right when you wake up will help you get out of bed easily. Marijuana is known for its pain-relieving properties and people who have chronic pain or joint pain know how difficult it can get to leave bed especially with all the stiffness in the body and bones. Marijuana will reduce the pain and inflammation that usually takes place due to less movement during the night.

Sense of Calm

How many of you can relate to the morning rush? I guess all of you who don’t have a morning routine. But what about people who have a decent morning routine and still feel stressed about it every morning? I know you exist. I am one of you. No matter how early I wake up and how calmly I start my routine, I would always end up either being late or stressing about something. Writing morning pages helped get over this issue but not as much as consuming marijuana first thing in the morning. The sense of calm, motivation, and positivity it offers is incomparable and unimaginable.

Wakes You Up

If you are a coffee person you would relate to this. Compare the time when you just started drinking coffee first thing in the morning to the present. Is coffee still that effective? Does it still wake you up exactly how it used to? Probably not. That is because your body can tolerate caffeine now. In a similar way, if you start consuming the right strains of marijuana first thing in the morning, in small doses, it will help you wake up. However, it is important to keep the dosage low in order to avoid intoxicating effects.

Reduces Period Pain

It is one thing to feel pain and stiffness in the morning and a totally different thing to wake up when you are menstruating. Rachel’s “no uterus, No opinion” is for situations like these when people argue it is the same. No, it’s not people. Waking up and leaving the bed after bleeding for the whole night is terrible. And the pain can be intolerable especially if it is your second day. Girls, try waking and baking during your menstruation cycle and you will thank yourself and mother nature for blessing you with this herb.

How to Avoid Getting Sleepy After Smoking Marijuana?

There are a few things that you will have to keep in mind before trying waking and do baking. Otherwise, you will probably end up having the opposite effects.

  • The first thing has to be the type of strain you are using. There are broadly two cannabis strain families: Sativa and Indica. I say family because there are a number of Sativa and Indica strains that may not be pure Sativa or Indica but hybrids with dominating properties of either strain. The strain that you are supposed to consume in the morning is Sativa.
  • When they say “wake and bake” they actually mean it. You are not supposed to leave the bed, brush your teeth, take a shower and then smoke the joint. Instead, write when you wake up just take the puffs. The most you can do is have something healthy to eat or your morning coffee along with the joint for a better experience. But smoking after brushing and taking a shower makes no sense. Especially because the smell will linger on your body and clothes.
  • Do not overdo it. The suggestion of consuming marijuana is always followed by a warning that you need to keep your dosage and consumption in check. Overdoing marijuana will not offer more benefits or enhance the effects but it will actually offer opposite and unwanted effects. Overdose can get you extremely high and out of control, make you sleepy, anxious, or even increase the pain.
  • Hydrate yourself after smoking. Once you have smoked, it’s time to leave the bed and get back to your normal morning routine. Do not get into your blanket again, just leave and start your day on a positive note. A great and healthy morning routine starts with at least a glass of water, make no exception. Hydration, especially after smoking, is very important.

Summary

Since the awareness regarding medical marijuana and its medicinal properties is growing, it shouldn’t seem surprising if someone says smoking marijuana first thing in the morning can be beneficial. But is it really something? Should you consume marijuana in the morning or is it something that is only meant to be used at night?

Well, the answer is you can smoke marijuana whenever you want to. Especially when you are using it for medical reasons. Depending on your health condition, you may expect different effects from the plant than average marijuana consumers and that is totally fine. Just talk to a reliable medical marijuana doctor, they will let you know how to get a medical card online and manage your health with medical marijuana in a way that suits your body and lifestyle.