Thick, hardened patches of skin that form where there's repeated friction or pressure, usually on hands or feet.
From Latin 'callus' meaning 'hard skin.' The Romans understood that repeated work literally changes your skin, creating protective layers.
Calluses are your body's way of adapting to challenges—guitarists, laborers, and athletes develop them in different places, and they're actually a sign that you're pushing yourself.
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