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Why Does Movement Feel So Hard? Your Body May Be Overworking

Why Does Movement Feel So Hard? Your Body May Be Overworking

Dr. Gregory Robrahn, PT, DPT, GCS
Published on: 08/09/2026

Why does movement feel so hard? Learn how compensation, protective muscle tension, and changing movement strategies may increase effort—and what to consider.

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