eli5: Why does working out helps so much with mental health?

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I have OCD and working out ALWAYS makes me feel better whenever I have spikes. How does that work?

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Working out makes you release feel good chemicals. If you work out regularly, you are regularly getting the feel-good chemicals, and your body gets better at making them. Working out can also be a release for negative emotions. Also, feeling good physically can help improve your mood.

Working out can help in multiple ways.

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