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The effects of exercise on the brain

Exercise has been touted to do everything from treat depression to improve memory, with the power to cure a host of problems while preventing even more. In particular, exercise leads to the release of certain neurotransmitters in the brain that alleviate pain, both physical and mental.

 

Exercise and stress hormones

Aerobic exercise prompts the release of mood-lifitng hormones that promote a sense of well-being and reduce stress.