Dopamine released during exercise linked to improved reaction times – study

Scientists used ‘novel brain-imaging techniques’ as part of their research (Ben Birchall/PA)

Pleasure hormone dopamine is a key cause of improved reaction times following exercise, according to new research.

Scientists at the University of Portsmouth say the findings could lead to new exercise-based treatments to improve cognitive health for conditions including Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, ADHD, addiction and depression.