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

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Endorphins are known to reduce pain and promote feelings of pleasure and euphoria. They are released during prolonged, strenuous exercise and may contribute to the "runner's high" experienced by athletes. GABA, acetylcholine, and norepinephrine are also neurotransmitters involved in various bodily functions but have not been specifically linked to the "runner's high."

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