physical effort

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Ms. Saxbe is sarcastic about the “visible” work men do, dismissing the physical effort and planning required by, say, roof and plumbing repairs, while championing the more challenging “invisible labor” that women perform.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

One of the obstacles to overcome is the idea that exoskeletons reduce physical effort and diminish the health benefits of exercise.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

But researchers are finding that the brain also has a powerful influence, especially in how hard physical effort feels.

From Science Daily • Jan. 8, 2026

"But I have to congratulate the lads. Whatever you say tactically at half-time, you still have to rely on them giving a great amount of physical effort and desire. We had bags of that."

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

“A lot of physical effort, calisthenics, and endurance exercises. A lot of mental intimidation, a lot of inspections.”

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge