urge to move the legs, while a cramp causes a painful, involuntary contraction.
1. Your Muscles May Simply Be Overworked
One of the most common explanations is muscle fatigue.
If you’ve exercised harder than usual, spent hours standing, walked a long distance, or suddenly increased your physical activity, your muscles may be more susceptible to cramping later.
Sometimes the cause isn’t an intense workout at all.
Simply spending an unusually long day on your feet can be enough.
2. Dehydration Can Play a Role
Your muscles need adequate fluids and
