As with muscle strength in general, grip strength naturally declines with age, “reflecting changes in muscle mass, neural drive and overall physiological resilience,” says Tzoumaris.

Grip strength is associated with a range of health outcomes, from type 2 diabetes to depression. Here’s how to check yours. In a world of technologically-driven longevity clinics with their ...

BOSTON - In addition to your weight and blood pressure, there is another vital sign that your doctor should measure at your next physical - your grip strength. The amount of force you can muster with ...

Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence.

Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. During a Zoom interview, Maury Purnell, 85 ...

Hand grip strength has been reported to be an excellent way to measure overall muscular strength. Some consider testing hand grip strength as another vital sign similar to measuring blood pressure, ...

That ability to hold onto a bar or carry that *really* heavy suitcase? It’s not just a flex—it actually might be one of the simplest clues to how well you’re aging. Grip strength—the ability of your ...

Want to know how healthy you are? There’s one health metric experts can look to for hints about everything from your cardiovascular risks to your brain health and even your risk of dying by any cause: ...

Maintaining a firm grip helps you perform better at the gym and in everyday life. We spoke to experts about why it matters ...