The Pro Pickleball Recovery Routine: How LA Xtreme Players Prepare, Play and Recover

The LA Xtreme  just took 2nd place in two different age categories in their MLP at their latest tournament, and their new docuseries on Pickleball TV is giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to compete at the professional level. One thing you won't see in every highlight reel: the recovery work that happens before, during and after every match.

Professional pickleball players don't just show up and play. They warm up cold joints, manage soreness between matches and wind down after hours on the court. The routine below is built from the same THC Free hemp-derived CBD recovery tools the LA Xtreme team uses. You don't need to be a pro to follow it. You just need to take your game seriously.

Congratulations to the LA Xtreme on an incredible tournament finish. Here's the recovery routine that keeps them moving.

What Does a Pro Pickleball Recovery Routine Look Like?

A pro pickleball recovery routine has three phases: pre-game prep (warm up stiff joints, get blood flowing), mid-tournament maintenance (quick relief between matches) and post-game wind-down (deep recovery and sleep support). Each phase uses targeted CBD products to ease everyday tension and support comfort without slowing you down.

This is about keeping your body ready to move, match after match, day after day. Professional players know that recovery isn't optional. It's how you stay in the game.

Phase 1: Pre-Game Prep (30 Minutes Before Your First Match)

Cold joints don't move well. Stiff shoulders, tight knees, and locked-up lower backs need time to wake up. The pre-game phase is about getting your body ready to play without feeling like you're fighting it.

Step 1: Apply Rapid Relief Balm to high-stress zones (30 minutes out). Shoulders, knees, lower back, elbows. Massage it in thoroughly. The 650mg hemp-derived CBD works with arnica, turmeric, and devil's claw to ease everyday tension and support comfort. Give it time to absorb before you stretch.

Step 2: Move through your warm-up (15 minutes out). Arm circles, knee bends, lunges, light volleying. The balm has had time to work. Your joints should feel more responsive.

Step 3: Toss the  Rapid Relief Gummys and our Rapid Relief Roll-on in your bag for mid-tournament support and post game wind down. You’ll want it for both.

Phase 2: Mid-Tournament Maintenance (Between Matches)

You've just played two matches. You have 30 minutes before the next one. Your shoulders are tight, your knees are barking and you need to show up ready to play again. This is where most players lose the day.

Step 1: Take one Rapid Relief Gummy as soon as you walk off the court. Hemp-derived CBD supports whole-body calm and comfort from the inside. It takes 20 - 30 minutes to feel the effect, so don't wait until you're already tight.

Step 2: Use Rapid Relief Spray and Rapid Relief Roll On on hot spots (knees, shoulders, lower back). They both absorb fast and don't leave residue. They can be applied over the balm from earlier. They are designed to layer up and ease tension and pain where you need it most.

"Very satisfied with both the spray and salve. Feel relief instantly. Would definitely recommend to others and I already have done so.", Mary M

Step 3: Hydrate, stretch lightly, and rest. Let the products do their work. You want to feel loose, not locked up, when you walk back onto the court.

Phase 3: Post-Game Wind-Down (End of the Day)

You've played four matches. You're done for the day. Your body needs deep recovery and sleep. This phase is about helping your muscles ease tension overnight so you wake up ready to play again tomorrow.

Step 1: Apply Rapid Relief Balm generously to every sore spot. Knees, shoulders, elbows, lower back, calves, forearms. Massage it in slowly. Research on topical hemp-derived CBD shows it works locally to ease everyday discomfort at the application site. This is your deep-recovery layer.

Step 2: Take another Rapid Relief Gummy 30 - 60 minutes before bed. Whole-body comfort support helps you settle into rest. You want to sleep well, not toss and turn replaying every point.

Step 3: Elevate your legs, foam-roll lightly, and let your body recover. The balm and gummy are working together now. Topical hemp-derived CBD eases tension where you applied it; oral CBD supports comfort from the inside. You're stacking formats for maximum support.

For more guidance on how to layer topical and oral hemp-derived CBD products for recovery, read Topical vs Oral CBD for Recovery: Which Format Works Best?

How to Adjust This Routine for Recreational Play.

You don't need to be a pro to use this routine. Adjust the timing and intensity based on your schedule.

For a casual weekend game: Apply Rapid Relief Balm to your knees and shoulders 20 minutes before you play. Take a Rapid Relief Gummy after you finish. Reapply balm that evening.

For a full day of play (round-robin or tournament): Follow the three-phase routine exactly as written. Pre-game balm, mid-tournament spray, roll on and gummy, post-game balm and gummy. You'll feel the difference by match three.

For chronic knee or shoulder tension: Add the Rapid Relief Roll-On to your bag for targeted application between games. Full-spectrum hemp-derived CBD with arnica and menthol in a no-mess roll-on format. It fits in your pickleball bag and works fast.

For a deeper dive into managing pickleball-specific soreness, read Pickleball Recovery for Sore Knees and Shoulders.

Why Layer Topical and Oral Hemp-Derived, THC free CBD?

Topical products work locally. Oral products work systemically. Layering them gives you both.

Rapid Relief Balm and Rapid Relief Spray deliver hemp-derived CBD directly to the skin over sore joints and muscles. The Arthritis Foundation notes that topical application allows localized comfort support without systemic effects.

Rapid Relief Gummies deliver THC Free CBD through digestion for whole-body comfort support. Studies on oral cannabinoid delivery show it provides broader support that lasts longer than topical application alone.

Professional players use both because they need localized relief (knees, shoulders, elbows) and whole-body recovery (sleep, overall comfort, next-day readiness). 

The Recovery Bundle That Supports Tournament Play

If you're serious about your game, build your recovery stack around these three products:

• Rapid Relief Balm (650mg hemp-derived CBD, arnica, turmeric, willow bark) for deep topical relief
• Rapid Relief Spray (hemp-derived CBD, arnica, turmeric, devil's claw ) for fast mid-game application
• Rapid Relief Gummies (hemp-derived CBD) for whole-body comfort and sleep support

This is the core routine. Add the Rapid Relief Roll-On if you need a portable, no-mess option for targeted spots between matches.

When you build your own bundle on xtreme-brands.com you automatically save 20% at checkout. 

FAQ: Pro Pickleball Recovery Routine

Can I use this routine for recreational pickleball?

Yes. Scale the routine to match your play schedule. For a casual weekend game, use balm before and after play plus one gummy post-game. For a full tournament day, follow the three-phase routine exactly.

How long before a match should I apply the balm?

Apply Rapid Relief Balm 20 - 30 minutes before your first match. Massage it in thoroughly and give it time to absorb before you stretch. It works locally to ease tension at the application site.

Can I layer the spray over the balm?

Yes. Apply balm as your base layer pre-game, then use Rapid Relief Spray for quick touch-ups between matches. The spray absorbs fast and doesn't leave residue. You're stacking topical hemp-derived CBD and mushroom peptides for maximum localized support.

How many gummies should I take per day?

Start with one Rapid Relief Gummy mid-tournament and one post-game. Wait 30 minutes to feel the effect. You can adjust based on how your body responds. These are hemp-derived CBD gummies for comfort support, not medication.

Will this routine make me feel drowsy during play?

No. Topical products work locally at the application site. Oral gummies support whole-body comfort without sedation. The routine is designed to keep you moving, not slow you down. Save the evening gummy for post-game wind-down if you're concerned about timing.

Where can I learn more about pickleball-specific recovery?

Read Pickleball Recovery for Sore Knees and Shoulders for detailed guidance on managing the most common trouble spots for pickleball players.

Are Xtreme Brands products THC-free?

Yes. Every Xtreme Brands product is THC-free, vegan, gluten-free, and USA-made.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.