So, you might be wondering why the hell we run? Well, let me reveal the mysteries of this not-so-mysterious practice!

Bye-bye stress

You know, stress is a bit like that bad joke that keeps coming back. But luckily, exercise is there to give it a kick in the butt!

If you exercise regularly, you give your body an outlet to get rid of all that accumulated tension.

While we're sweating profusely, our minds focus on our movements, and presto! Goodbye worries, hello to the present moment.

The icing on the cake is that running releases endorphins, those little happy hormones that work miracles! They act as natural sedatives and give you a feeling of well-being. 🧘🏼‍♀️

And as if that weren't enough, cortisol and adrenaline, the nasty stress hormones, are kindly put back in their place during exercise.

The result? A calmed nervous system and the effects of stress are minimized 🪷

Dreamy Nights

Sleep is the cornerstone of your well-being. But when stress and anxiety get involved, it's a different story!

So when you're physically active, your body plays conductor with your heart rate, temperature, and energy level.

The result? A perfect cocktail for restorative nights 🍸

As a bonus, exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety, two factors that can cause sleep disturbances.

But be careful! Don't workout right before going to bed (at least 3 to 4 hours before you go to bed!), otherwise you risk turning into an insomniac owl. Instead, opt for a session during the day to feel like you're on cloud nine when you slip under the covers 🥱

Confidence Boost

Sport is a bit like a personal coach for our self-esteem.

Every step you take (even going 10m further on your next run!) is a small victory that boosts your confidence 💪🏼

And then, running often presents us with challenges that test our resilience. But overcoming them makes us realize we're capable of moving mountains (or at least climbing them), which sends your confidence soaring.

Running is also an opportunity to enjoy friendly moments, meet new people, make new friends...

All these social interactions are like little nuggets for your self-confidence!

Good mood guaranteed

One of the superpowers of exercise is its almost instant effect on our mood. When we get active, our bodies release endorphins, the messengers of happiness.

The little extra, you will boost the production of other neurotransmitters, like serotonin and oxytocin, which are the champions of mood regulation 🌼

And if you exercise outdoors, it's a jackpot! Sunlight and contact with nature are added bonuses for a great mood.

So, do you understand why running?

Now, I know you're starting to think, "Ah... But why not me?..." So if you want some tips on how to get started, take a look at our article on how to start running ! 😉

And even though it can be difficult to get started sometimes, always remind yourself how you'll feel afterward. That feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment is worth the effort, right?

So put on your shoes, grab your bag, and go on an adventure! 🏃‍♀️✨