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Long Runs for Mental Distance
A steady run of about 3 miles, used as a regular aerobic session rather than an all-out workout. The practice is valued for its mental effects: it can improve mind wandering, creativity, and problem solving, and may also make intrusive or compulsive feelings seem less immediate.
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“I'm relieved it's no longer present, but I confess it, I always feel it close by. A long run helps.”
huberman · Biology & Treatments for Compulsive Eating & Behaviors | Dr. Casey Halpern · Sep 26, 2022 · 39:03 · open ↗
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