Music Exertion (IMAGE) Max-Planck-Gesellschaft Caption Listening to music makes physical exertion less exhausting, probably because of improved muscle coordination. Credit Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.