Depression Help - Depression and Exercise: How the Body Fights Depression Naturally
Depression and Exercise: How the Body Fights Depression Naturally
Depression and exercise have been linked since the discovery of the runner's high, the euphoric state of well being experienced by people who run regularly.
Endorphins are peptides produced by the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. The natural biochemical make up resembles opiates, and when released into the system act as pain killers, complete with the euphoric state of well being.
At this point, the bodies natural endorphins kick in and you will get a burst of adrenalin energy as well as a euphoric feeling. This release of endorphins and subsequent feeling is what is known as 'the runner's high.'
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