It’s credited for easing lower back pain to boosting posture and even improving lifespan, so I put it to the test for 30 days ...

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 ...

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, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." That ability to hold onto a bar or carry that *really* heavy suitcase? It’s not just a flex—it actually ...

Test real-world strength after 55: carry 15–25 lb grocery bags for 60–90 sec. See elite benchmarks and how to train.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Grip strength is a measure of how tightly you can hold onto an object in your hand and how long you can ...

SPONSORED CONTENT is content paid for by a partner. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. As we age, the strength of our grip becomes an ...