How to Achieve Runner's High

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Many serious runners say they have experienced an elevated, euphoric consciousness just by running long distances. Find out if you can achieve the same by following these steps.

Warning
Check with your doctor before starting any vigorous exercise plan.

Step 1: Acquire the right equipment to run safely
Invest in good running shoes that offer ample support and shock absorption. Shop for clothes that are appropriate for your climate and that will keep you dry and comfortable throughout your run.

Tip
Give yourself extra motivation by bringing along a digital music player to listen to your favorite songs while you run.

Step 2: Run on schedule
Create a running schedule so that you stay disciplined and develop a runner's body over time. Commit to running at least four times a week.

Step 3: Go the distance
Prepare to eventually run long distances, such as 10 miles or even more before experiencing the runner's high.

Step 4: Boost anandamide
Run for at least 40 minutes at approximately 75 percent of your maximum heart rate and you may experience a significant increase in anandamide, a chemical which promotes feelings of contentment and lessened sensitivity to pain and may be partially responsible for the runner's high.

Tip
Push yourself, but don't overexert yourself, to find your optimal, chemical-boosting pace.

Step 5: Don't expect immediate results
Know that the runner's high experience is not very common and that it may take much time and training to achieve it. Still, you can enjoy the health benefits of vigorous exercise and experience endorphin rushes while you await the runner's high.

Step 6: Reflect while you run
Reflect or meditate while you run to foster your mind-body connection. People who have experienced the runner's high describe feelings of timelessness, floating, and inner awareness often achieved in deep meditation. Just make sure to continue to watch where you are going!

Did You Know?
Anandamide binds to the same chemical receptors in your brain as cannabis.

[tmitchell]

I have been a binge drinker for 20 years (am now 37) so am unfit. But I've been running lately once a week on average for about 1.5 miles and its been the best thing ive done. feel absolutely fantastic afterwards really serene and calm and it makes me feel good for 2-3 days not just for a few hours like alcohol. i really recommend to anyone with depression or who just wants to feel better in general

[marcelaubry]

I got one in a 5k race, I felt like my legs were moving on their own and it just felt really easy. It lasted around 500m tho...

[Daffy]

I describe the "runner's high" as your body doing the running and your mind being very relaxed and sedated... It's very calming and this is why running before or after your daily routine can help you get rid of stress. It's not the "fake" high you get from alcohol. You actually feel good long after you experience it.

[rygi]

You do not have to run 10 miles to feel runners high.

[TheNumberrunner]

The good feeling you have after running is not the same thing as runners high. ive been running for 3 years theres a huge difference.you always have a good refreshed feeling after exercise but when you have runners high you feel on top of the world and extemely happy if it happens after your run, if it happens during your run you feel like you can run extremly fast without any effort its an extremely incredible feeling to experience

[joshlewis]

So did Forrest Gump have like a really long runners high when he ran across the country?

[cpv]

I experienced a runners high after i finished smoking a blunt

[mcren]

I get this occasionally and my
god is it amazing!!! Its the best feeling ever and music sounds amazing afterwards and you are just so locked into everything as if everything is 10x more interesting!!! I think a lot of things have to be right in your body to get it.

[TJ-qhoj]

When I run, I listen to music and the motivation from the music helps with the runner's high. Doesn't happen every time though. The feeling after a good run though is incredible!

[Jordan-otqf]

I found that a great pre-workout diet gets me in the zone quicker. By eating an adequate portion of noodles or rice, the carbs light me up and push me straight into the flow👌🏽

[alanaardvark]

"at least 4 times a week"
goodbye gains

[Deuce]

when i'm high... moving my body is that last thing i wanna do.

[xXxMindlessGamingxXx]

I fucking love that feeling, I run a mile a day, and I only get it sometimes. But when I am done, I just wait for that feeling to kick in, holy shit... I LOVE IT :D

[GODMODE]

Run at a medium pace (5-8 treadmill setting) for about 5-6mi and you'll start to feel like you can keep going forever.

[sixstringstak]

I've only experienced it a few times in my life and came after consistency. I believe it's different for everybody. It truly is an amazing feeling though. I wonder if its harder to achieve the older you get. Hmmm?

[brandone]

I get runners high everytime I run. I run everyday 2.5 miles. The high is strong and feels so dam good. Lasts 4 or 5 hrs but still feel great the next 18 hrs after. When I dont run I get depressed. I hated running, now I look forward to my 10pm 25 min run everyday. 😊

[Tom-xygb]

I'm a cross country runner I've experienced runners high and it feels amazing!!! But I haven't experienced it for a while now .-.

[Zeemas]

if you have low stamina, jog for half and hour and stop immediately and sit down. sit back, relax and enjoy the high. i always get it most of the time but i hate it when i feel nauseas.

[yoghrut]

correct me if i'm wrong, but basketball shoes just aren't quality running shoes, right?

[botslife]

@YourWiseSage
they have some rubber on the bottom but be a little careful where you step.