Published in PLOS Biology · View the paper (DOI)
A study published in PLOS Biology found that duration, biomechanics, and force influence the subjective effort associated with arm movements, while movement amplitudes have no effect. The researchers also discovered a link between brain functions involved in decision-making and movement execution.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- What makes a movement feel strenuous? PLOS · Jun 6, 2017 · first to report
- What makes a reach movement effortful? Deutsches Primatenzentrum (DPZ)/German Primate Center · Jun 6, 2017