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Exercise / Stretching

15-Minute Aerobic Workout = Natural Drug High

Workout Effect (15 min Zone 3-4)Feels Like This Drug/ Brain Chemical ReleasedEffect You Feel
Boost in motivation & energyRitalin / Cocaine (mild)DopamineDrive, excitement, "ready to go" feeling
Warmth, mood upliftMDMA (light)SerotoninEmotional glow, reduced anxiety, social warmth
Calm joy + light euphoriaAlcohol (1-2 drinks level)Endorphins + GABARelaxation, loosened mood, pleasure
Pain relief, peaceful highMorphine / OpioidsEndorphinsRunner's high, physical comfort
P Brain clarity, creativityMicrodose LSD / KetamineBDNF + DopamineFlow, focus, mind expansion
Focus, sharp alertnessAdderall / ModafinilAdrenaline + NorepinephrineMental edge, faster thinking
Calm, bliss, inner peaceCannabis (mild THC)AnandamideChill, inner glow, contentment