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The Science Behind Dopamine Hits and Exercise
Dopamine is a molecule that acts as a reward signal in the brain, encouraging the repetition of activities that lead to its release. Exercise triggers the production of dopamine, providing a sense of reward and pleasure. Individuals who are fit and regularly exercise experience greater dopamine hits compared to those who are unfit. It may take months or even years of consistent exercise before unfit individuals start experiencing the same level of dopamine reward as those who are physically fit.