exertion
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She tries to control her symptoms by using pacing techniques - a strategy that balances rest and exertion to minimise post-exertional malaise.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026
Between the travel and the exertion, I was incredibly fatigued.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
The trackers can help monitor physical exertion, stress levels and heart rate.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
Given my age and lack of recent high-altitude exertion, I could easily need a helicopter to get out.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025
He was still upon the ground, but his arms were long, and his huge hand held me fast while the bells of his hat tinkled with the force of his exertion.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
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