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On the exercise exhilaration factor, I went to see what Joseph Mercola, MD had to say. He has a research team so I think he's mostly on the right track. Here's part of the enlightening article I found and I'll post the link too.
So while exercise may increase blood levels of endorphins, it's the endorphins in your brain that would make you feel good. And research hasn't proven that exercise increases brain levels of endorphins.
What does increase in your brain following exercise is a neurotransmitter called anandamide, sometimes known as the bliss compound.
'Bliss Compound' May Be Involved in the Runner's High
Anandamide is a neurotransmitter and endocannabinoid produced in your brain that temporarily blocks feelings of pain and depression. It's a derivative of the Sanskrit word "bliss," and a deficiency is associated with increased anxiety and stress.6
Anandamide is actually found in chocolate too and is thought to be one reason why eating chocolate may give you a boost in mood (chocolate also contains other chemicals that prolong the "feel-good" aspects of anandamide).
http://fitness.mercola.com/sites/fitness/archive/2016/01/29/exercise-endorphins-happiness.aspx
I think that happiness as a motivation for exercise is a good approach. (Thanks lorrie)
I feel exhausted and in pain after exercise. I know I need to work on the level I am on and work myself up the levels as I become more conditioned. Hope you continue your work outs. Think I'll join you.
Gentle hugs.