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The latest information on what causes runners high from the NY Times

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The latest information on what causes runners high from the NY Times Have you experienced Runners High without realizing why you feel great after a long run? Runners high is this almost mythical feeling that has been described by numerous running magazines. It previously was thought to have been caused by endorphins which regulate pain.` We now understand it is really about the endocannabinoid, which has an effect similar to cannabis according to a new study. Check out the article below Getting to the Bottom of the Runner’s High For years we’ve been crediting endorphins, but it’s really about the Read More »

What is runners high and how do I know if I experienced it?

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What is runners high and how do I know if I experienced it? Runners High is experienced mostly by those who run longer distances.  What is it exactly? The constant impact of running will break down muscle tissue and help us become more able to endure longer runs. The runners high is the elated good feeling experienced after exercise and it lasts usually a few hours. It has been said to be caused by endorphins produced by the body but the effect may be more complex than most people realize. I found this great article that discusses Runners High and Read More »

Rob Defilippis from Runner’s High in Metuchen NJ tells us about the newest 2018 shoes and products for runners.

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Rob Defilippis from Runner’s High in Metuchen NJ tells us about the newest 2018 shoes and products for runners. The weather is finally warming and many of you no doubt are beginning to go outside and run.  Running shoe designs have changed markedly over the past few years and it is not about Nike or New balance anymore, since other manufacturers are rethinking what a running shoe is and what it should do, including some newer boutique brands not normally carried in the big box stores like Dicks or Road Runner Sports whose poor shoe fitting habits results in hundreds Read More »

Runners high according to the Wall Street Journal has prehistoric roots.

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Runners high according to the Wall Street Journal has prehistoric roots. If you are an avid runner, and run long distances, that feeling of elation is something you have learned to expect.  That euphoric feeling after the run was thought to be due to endorphins by many scientists. The current science has altered our way of thinking about what causes the elation, which we now understand is really due to endocannabinoids, or eCBs (named for their molecular resemblance to the active ingredient of cannabis). These powerful painkillers are released during long distance running, and they also cause the release of dopamine Read More »

Newest products for runners courtesy of runners high of Metuchen and Freehold

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Newest products for runners courtesy of runners high of Metuchen and Freehold Rob Defilippis tells us about some of the new innovations and trends in running shoes and demonstrates the Elliptogo bicycle, which is more like an elliptical machine but one that allows you to travel your local roads. This is a very innovative solution for those who wish to stay involved with running but cannot tolerate gravity the way they used to.  You’ve got to see it to believe it. Check it out here Read More »