Originally Posted by Iride01

I wouldn't think cleat position is going to affect them much. Perhaps you just do like many and use to high a gear. You are essentially just wearing yourself out. Shift to a lower gear ratio. I was out walking the trail today and saw many a newb cyclist struggling to climb the simplest of hills because they would not shift to a lower gear.

If you are going to feel anything from cleat position, I'd think it would be in your lower leg and ankles.