The following are a selection of resources around running, exercise and mental health that I found helpful in my research:
8 Ways Running Works Wonders for Your Mind – Cigna
The Truth Behind ‘Runner’s High’ and Other Mental Benefits of Running – Johns Hopkins Medicine
Exercise and stress: Get moving to manage stress – The Mayo Clinic
Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms – The Mayo Clinic
Want a strong brain? Exercise! – The Mayo Clinic
A Scoping Review of the Relationship between Running and Mental Health – National Institutes of Health
10 Mental Health Benefits of Running – Podium Runner
Why Running Is So Good for Your Brain – Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Benefits of Jogging and Running – Very Well Fit
It’s Astounding How Much Running Can Improve Your Mental Health – CoachMag