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Sam Hopes

Can you really exercise for happiness?

Group exercising outside for happiness

The physical benefits of exercise are well documented, but can you exercise for happiness? It's a common belief that exercise releases endorphins, which make you feel good, but why does this happen?

And while there are plenty of low-cost self care ideas you can use to look after your body and mind, it's not always clear whether you can use exercise to boost your wellbeing and improve your mental health.

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