cardio/weights & neurotransmitters

[anthrax]

srtange subject, isn't it ?

well, I have noticed that after a long cardio session (but seldom with weight training) I have a feeling of euphoria and wellness .....
(w/o any supps/drugs)

it must be linked to the release of serotonin, dopamine .... and some endorphins

but why more after aerobic activities than anaerobic activities ? (though I may be wrong)

 

[vitor97]

Hmm

I dont know the reason, But I too feel quite Amazing after a good Cardio session, I used to go real fast and intense, but I slowed down to stay in the fat zone and U really feel energized, and Happy, Its almost like the feeling you get after sex,

 

[anthrax]

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[SteelWeaver]

Hmm ...dunno

But I too used to feel fantastic during and after aerobics classes, until I switched to cardio where I can control my heart rate better, went on diet and started doing it in the early am ...

Now I just feel like crap! LOL

Just kidding - I feel very good after morning cardio - refreshed and relaxed.

Weird. Never thought about that. But I'm sure it must be endorphins - maybe it has something to do with oxygen, since we don't feel it with weights.

Whilst we're on the topic of how cardio makes you feel - how about this one ...

About 40 minutes into a 1-hour session, I suddenly feel lighter and freer, and it seems easier Do you think that's related to the same effect you're wondering about, or a changeover to fat for fuel? Or just knowing the session's gonna be over soon? lol

 

[anthrax]

hey, SteelWeaver,

I have the exact same feeling
the fist 15min are OK
then it becomes harder, I feel tired and just want to give up
but after a while it becomes way better and I feel ready to stay on the cardio machine for a much longer time

I also do think endorphins play a large role in this feeling
they inhibit pains
and serotonin make you feel very weel


and when I look at my watch and notice that I just have a few minutes to go, it is even better