We all know about the typical health benefits and physical conditioning that running brings, but what about the weird benefits that no one talks about so much?

We've all heard about how running typically improves your life. The improved state of health; physically looking and feeling better; a more confident mentality; we know the score.

But about the things we didn't know it could do for us? Like the runner's high? Immediately leaving you feeling like you literally can do anything in the world right not. And it's completely legal too.

So here are some of the lesser-talked about benefits of running. Do enjoy.

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