#RunnerHigh

A growing body of research suggests cannabis users sometimes pair marijuana with exercise to boost motivation, enjoyment, and even the sensation of a “runner’s high.” This challenges the stereotype that cannabis leads to inactivity and points to a more nuanced relationship between cannabis and physical activity.

In Thailand, where cannabis policy remains in flux and health awareness is rising, experts emphasize careful interpretation. For some individuals, cannabis may reduce exercise-related pain, lessen anxiety about exercising in public, and heighten the pleasure of movement. But these effects are not universal, and responsible use is essential.

A growing wave of fitness enthusiasts is reshaping stereotypes about cannabis and exercise. Evidence and firsthand accounts suggest cannabis can make workouts more enjoyable, helping people stay motivated and perhaps even experience a version of the “runner’s high.” In interviews with media and researchers, individuals like Mark, a father in his 40s, describe using cannabis products such as vape pens or edibles to make training more engaging. Mark says while he could complete a marathon without cannabis, the training might have felt more daunting without it.

A new wave of fitness enthusiasts is challenging the long-standing stereotype of the “lazy stoner,” as growing evidence—and candid testimony—suggests that cannabis is helping people exercise, find joy in workouts, and perhaps even unlock their own version of a “runner’s high.” As recently reported by Yahoo! News, and supported by emerging research, people like Mark, a father in his 40s, are using cannabis products such as vape pens or edibles to make their training more enjoyable and less monotonous. Mark credits cannabis with helping him complete the demanding months of training for his first marathon, saying, “I definitely could have run the marathon without the marijuana, but I don’t know how easily I could have completed the training without it” (Yahoo! News).

A surprising new wave of research is challenging the stereotype of the lethargic “stoner” by revealing an unexpected trend: cannabis users are increasingly pairing marijuana with exercise to boost motivation, enjoyment, and even achieve the coveted “runner’s high.” This new approach, highlighted in a recent article by Salon.com (source), reflects a growing body of scientific studies suggesting that cannabis, when used thoughtfully, might actually help some people embrace a more active lifestyle—contrary to decades-old assumptions linking marijuana to inactivity.