runner's high

American  

noun

1. a state of euphoria experienced during prolonged running or other forms of aerobic, sustained exercise, attributed to an increase of endorphins in the blood.

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Example Sentences

It’s unclear what part of exercise is activating the endocannabinoid system when a runner’s high happens.

From Salon

The runner’s high, which targets this system, tends to boost one’s mood and well-being naturally.

From Salon

The runner’s high — which can occur with any form of exercise — was originally thought to be caused by the release of feel-good hormones called endorphins after a high intensity workout.

From Salon

She continued, “Spicy foods — and that sort of pain perception — also make the body produce endorphins, which is the same chemical that runners get when they're running a marathon. They get that runner's high. I wouldn't say it's full-blown euphoria, but that is why, despite being painful, people still seek out spicy food.”

From Salon

When experiencing controlled fear – like jump scares in a zombie TV show – you get to enjoy this energized sensation, similar to a runner’s high, without any risks.

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