How firmly you can squeeze your hand provides clinicians with a snapshot into your overall health—with studies consistently ...

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.

There are a lot of different tests that claim to be able to tell how long you’ll live. But research suggests that a simple measure you can do at home is highly predictive of longevity. It’s known as ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many tests claim to be able to tell how long you’ll live. But research suggests that a simple measure you ...

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 ...

Many tests claim to be able to tell how long you’ll live. But research suggests that a simple measure you can do at home is highly predictive of longevity. It’s known as your grip strength, and it ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Research suggests that grip strength can indicate longevity. There are things you can do to enhance your ...