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

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2025

And there is nothing quite like the post-run feeling of the "runner's high", she says.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2024

For those brave souls who want to boost their endorphins beyond a runner’s high, there is an optional cold plunge during the warmer months.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2023

Running in nature seems to foster higher instances of runner’s high for some, too.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2022

Leonard, the outdoor adventure author, starts feeling the runner’s high after 40 to 50 minutes into a run.

From Washington Post