WWE has quietly changed its drug testing policy, officially removing marijuana from its list of banned substances. This change was confirmed by Mia 'Michin' Yim during a recent appearance on the Speak Easy Podcast, where she discussed the role cannabis plays in her recovery routine.
Marijuana used to be on the drug list, and they took that off years ago. So when I get home on Saturdays, I’ll do that and just chill out all day.
WWE allowing marijuana marks a major shift from the company's previous stance where wrestlers could face fines or worse for testing positive.
In 2006, Rob Van Dam was suspended after being found with 18 grams of marijuana and five Vicodin pills during a police stop. The issue would see WWE quickly force Rob to lose both the WWE and ECW World Championships, accolades he'd never hold again in his career.
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On the podcast, Yim explained the importance of recovery in professional wrestling, noting that maintaining her body is crucial given the toll the industry puts on her body.
I go to a chiropractor once a week, cryotherapy once a week, a massage depending on how I feel… but if I had a hardcore match, I’m taking the whole weekend off.
WWE accepting the use of marijuana aligns with the broader trend in sports and entertainment, with leagues including the NBA and NFL relaxing their stance. Many athletes have advocated for marijuana as a safer alternative to opioids for pain management, and WWE’s decision could signal a more progressive approach to wrestler wellness.
With WrestleMania season underway, Superstars are working tirelessly to prove they deserve to be on the two-night card in Las Vegas, and this policy shift will allow for Yim and others to help their bodies recovery through marijuana usage. As Yim put it, “If I’m not taking care of my body, my career isn’t going to last.”
