Never get a "runner's high" when I run......

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  • No_Finish_Line
    No_Finish_Line Posts: 3,661 Member
    I didn't start getting a runner's high until I started running much faster, and much further. Around the five mile mark of a tempo run is generally my sweet spot. Or after a 10k very fast interval run.

    my understanding is that its neurotransmitters intended to dull pain or distract you from it.

    i would think that uping intensity and/or duration should amplify the effect, but still think its subtle enough to go unoticed by many
  • RaspberryKeytoneBoondoggle
    RaspberryKeytoneBoondoggle Posts: 1,349 Member
    It could still happen. I think running outside might help. I got to a point a few years ago where I would only be running for a few minutes and I would start to feel it. Mostly it's a variable intermittent high. The most addictive kind:)
  • TriShamelessly
    TriShamelessly Posts: 905 Member
    I read recently that the "runner's high", on a scientific basis, will typically only kick in after about 30 minutes of running. That's when the brain starts to release large quantities of dopamine (I believe I have that correct). SO, fo me, that meansz the runner's high doesn't hit until around miles 3 or 4. There are times it never does though. Each individual is, well, an individual. I suspect that you went a further distance, you might experience it. All that being said, I always feel better after the run has stopped than during it!
  • ninav1980
    ninav1980 Posts: 514 Member
    I only get it when I am about to finish, lol. On my last mile my pace increases, and my last 1/2 mile I am going strong...... fly fly fly!
  • Alidecker
    Alidecker Posts: 1,262 Member
    I have never liked running and don't do it very often. When I do it is usually a run/walk thing. I feel good when it is over, but I agree, I don't think it is runners high, its more just being happy it was over and I haven't collapsed. I do generally get the great feeling when lifting weights....during and after the session. I do have some HIIT training that I feel awful during and great when I am finished!
  • runner359
    runner359 Posts: 90 Member
    I've been a runner for 16 years. The times when I have felt the runners high are times when I'm very fit, very strong and able to go the distance meaning I can run at least 10 mile runs. I'm not always in that condition. Its a feeling like you could run forever, fairly effortlessly and almost like you could be airborne any minute. Yes its awesome. Again the only time I feel this way is when I'm at the top of my running game. Ok this made me want to go for a run. See ya.

    PS A runner's high is NOT what you feel when its over. Hoping you get to experience it for real.
  • Sundogoh
    Sundogoh Posts: 31 Member
    I have been running for 3 years consistently. I have run 4 half-marathons and am currently training for a full marathon (18 mile run tomorrow). I have never ever felt that runner's high.
  • hearthwood
    hearthwood Posts: 794 Member
    A runners high is that second wind you get, that sends you flying over the next hill making you believe that you can go on forever.

    It's not just running that can give you this high, it's any type of cardio. It's a great feeling, sending all those happy endorphins thru your body and brain.

    Longer distances while running can bring it on, or heavy cardio exercises that go longer than 1/2 hour. Since you really don't like running it's hard to imagine that you'll ever feel it.
  • ILoveGingerNut
    ILoveGingerNut Posts: 367 Member
    you are bored. gotta push yourself to the limit.
  • ILoveGingerNut
    ILoveGingerNut Posts: 367 Member
    It's not just running that can give you this high, it's any type of cardio. It's a great feeling, sending all those happy endorphins thru your body and brain.

    ^^this
  • CupcakeCrusoe
    CupcakeCrusoe Posts: 1,440 Member
    I've been running for a while, and the only time I get the "high" feeling is when I incorporate sprints (and always outside, not on the dreadmill). When I'm sprinting, I am flying, and while I am at the same time counting down until recovery pace (oh heavens this is rough), I feel amazing.

    Other than that, it is the sense of accomplishment as others have said. People that love running, I think, love the feeling of accomplishment. I love the fact that I can say I've run 65 miles this month, and watch people's jaws drop. It makes me feel strong, and empowered. Like I'm in complete control of this portion of my life.

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