What Is a Runner's High Like?

A runner's high is a brief, deeply relaxing state of euphoria. Euphoria is a sense of extreme joy or delight. In this case, it occurs after intense or lengthy exercise. Often, people who experience a runner's high also report feeling less anxiety and pain immediately after their run.

How long does runner's high last?

The runner's high is one of many neurobiological effects of physical exercise (i.e. how exercise can change your brain state), and is relatively short-term – it will typically wear off a few hours after you finish your run.

How does a runner's high work?

Runner's high is an intense feeling of elation following exercise. It is the result of chemical reactions in the brain and body during prolonged periods of exercise.