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

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

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 ...

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 ...

A major study of almost 4,500 older adults in China has revealed a significant connection between grip strength and cognitive function. The research suggests that how firmly older adults can squeeze ...

Four quick tests after 50 check balance, leg power, push strength, and grip so you can stay strong and independent.

Grip strength measures the force you exert with your hands when holding or squeezing an object. Weaker grip strength is often associated with frailty, and studies suggest that it may be linked to ...

Q: My doctor had me do a grip strength test with this weird contraption. When I asked him how I did, he said I have nothing to worry about; I'm on the road to a long, healthy life. How could he tell ...

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