According to WebMD, when you exercise your body releases endorphins and these endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body (sometimes described as “euphoric”). Regular exercise has been proven to reduce stress, ward off anxiety, boost self-esteem and improve sleep.
I must be doing it wrong. I got a gym membership in May 2012 and have been going to the gym regularly (3-6 times a week, 45-50 minutes each visit) since then and I haven’t once felt “euphoric” after a workout. I feel sore, tired and sweaty. All those wonderful things that are supposed to be happening aren’t.
I still feel stressed and have anxiety. My self-esteem isn’t any better and I’m not sleeping all that great.
The photo above had the caption, “Nothing beats that post-workout glow.” Bullshit. I have never, ever, had a post-workout “glow.” I look like crap when I’m done working out. My hair is all matted with sweat, my clothes are sticking to me and I usually walk funny because I’m sore. I’m still waiting for those endorphins to kick (anytime guys).
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