Athletes can experience a "runner's high," or euphoria,during strenuous physical activity due to elevated levels of_______.

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Endorphins are natural painkillers that are released by the body in response to stress or pain. During prolonged, strenuous exercise, the body can release endorphins which can produce a feeling of euphoria, often referred to as a "runner's high." GABA, acetylcholine, and norepinephrine are neurotransmitters that are involved in various physiological processes, but they are not specifically linked to the runner's high.

Athletes Can Experience a "Runner's High," or Euphoria,during Strenuous Physical