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Exercise releases endorphins, which act as natural painkillers. The catch? You have to exercise first.

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Endorphins are endogenous opioids that can reduce pain perception and improve mood during and after exercise. Other chemicals (like dopamine and endocannabinoids) also contribute, which is why “runner’s high” can feel real.

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