runner's high

In the former study, runners also reported less pain and that they experienced the “runner’s high” phenomenon — in which people enter a state of euphoria after performing demanding exercise — more easily when they used cannabis.

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.

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

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

The important thing is that people exercise, so whatever gets them moving — be it a runner’s high, a cannabis high or something else specific to them — may be ultimately beneficial.