Running & Mental Health
Although there are many mental health issues occurring in sports, there are also health benefits in the physical activity aspect of it.
Benefits of Running
Release stress
Increase awareness
Can help with depression and anxiety
Increased motivation and drive
Correlated to good cardiovascular health
“…higher levels of physical activity levels may help alleviate some of the negative mental health symptoms experienced…” (Callow et al., 2020).
This quote helps associate being physically active with destress and bringing people a sense of relief when they’re feeling down.
Running releases chemicals in our brain called endorphins and serotonin. This is what makes us feel happy after a run. Something also known as runners high is an addictive feel good sensation that makes us want to keep running.
The Science
