A significant change in WWE’s wellness policy emerged during Mia Yim’s recent appearance on The Speakeezy podcast, where she discussed the company’s updated stance on marijuana use.
Because it’s (marijuana) more legal, they’ve kind of accepted it. So before, that used to be—marijuana used to be on the drug list, and they took that off a couple years ago.
The modified policy marks a departure from WWE’s previous approach, which imposed financial penalties on talent for marijuana use. While these substances previously incurred fines under the company’s wellness policy, the restrictions have been lifted, allowing performers greater autonomy in their personal choices.
Yim elaborated on her own recovery routine, providing insight into how she incorporates this change into her schedule.
So, when I get home on Saturdays, I’ll do that, and just chill out all day, and then I get back into the gym on Sunday. Sunday through Wednesday, I work out…
This policy adjustment aligns with broader changes across professional sports, as organizations like the UFC have also modified their stance on cannabis use in their anti-doping policies. The shift occurs amid increasing legalization of marijuana for both medicinal and recreational purposes across various states.