exercise <\/a>response. Advanced runners and marathon competitors often feel the condition after completing a race. Science has recently discovered a potential reason for this phenomenon.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStudies from the University of Heidelberg show that endocannabinoids, a type of biological chemical secreted into the bloodstream during exercise, are responsible for this pleasurable effect. The research suggests that these biochemicals are released to slow pain and fatigue associated with strenuous exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Runners high may merely be another primal response from the body to help us run away from predators. Research shows that runners high can show up during the second hour of exercise when endocannabinoid receptors are most receptive. To experience runners high for yourself, get on the road, and start running. Exert yourself at no more than 60% of your maximum capacity and try to run for at least 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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