Sport offers benefits that go beyond physical conditioning. It contributes significantly to those who want to quit smoking. Pulmonologist Carolina Salim, from the A.C. Camargo Cancer Center, points out that sport offers a natural "injection" of well-being that relieves the symptoms of withdrawal crises generated by nicotine dependence, such as headaches and irritability. The role of sport in quitting smoking "Sport releases substances in the body that help reduce the need for cigarettes, such as serotonin and endorphins. It is common for many patients to report that they spend several hours without even feeling the urge to smoke after a workout", declares the doctor. Personal trainer Daniel ... [Read more]