why do i feel good after running?

Ive been running for over 1,000 miles yet never stopped and thought why i feel better after running, my mind is clearer, i feel more focused, more satisfied in life and less lonely than usual, with what i have for a few hours, why is this, is there any scientific reasoning to this?

Reply 1

propergoodman

Original post by Anonymous

Endorphins, a feel good chemical, it essentially gives you a fake 'high'.

Reply 2

Zarek

Physical stress trumps mental stress big time. Once you get in to a routine of exercise it’s incredibly positive for wellbeing. Sadly the zero effort availability of a relaxing glass of red wine is vastly easier to check in to, but a far less effective in the long term